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Audi's new generation Q7 for 2015
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Audi Q7: new generation revealed
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14th December, 2014
- All-new Audi Q7 to debut at Detroit Motor Show in January 2015
- Global release begins mid-2015
With the new generation Q7, Audi is improving its entrant in the premium SUV segment. Less weight and a lower centre
of mass make it more agile than the outgoing model. Its innovative assistance and infotainment systems modernises the
SUV.
With a kerb weight of 1,995 kilogrammes (with the 3.0 TDI engine), the new Audi Q7 is lighter than before. In fact, it
weighs 325 kilogrammes less than the previous model. With its lightweight, multi-material body and an all-new chassis, it
is comfortable while at the same time offering relevant performance.
The engines set god marks in the segment of large SUVs with all-wheel drive. The 3.0 TDI with 200 kW and the 3.0 TFSI
with 245 kW accelerate the new Audi Q7 from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.3 seconds (TDI) and 6.1 seconds (TFSI).
The Audi Q7 sets new standards for Audi with respect to the operating concept, infotainment, connectivity and driver
assistance systems. The second-generation modular infotainment platform is on board, as is the Audi virtual cockpit. The
new MMI all‑in‑touch control unit with large touchpad makes operation relatively easy. Other innovations include the
expanded services from Audi connect, the Audi tablet for the rear seat passengers and the two sound systems with 3D
audio. Smartphone integration with Google Android Auto and Apple CarPlay is also new. The new Audi Q7 is one of the first
cars worldwide to offer these functions.
One highlight is the comprehensive portfolio of new driver assistance systems, including adaptive cruise control with
traffic jam assistant.
The Audi Q7 e-tron quattro, which will be launched later in 2015, is the first plug in hybrid from Audi with a diesel
engine. It has 275 kW of system output and a system torque of 700 Nm. A full battery charge is sufficient for a distance
of 56 kilometres.
The new Audi Q7 in greater detail
Audi will present the second generation Audi Q7 at the Detroit Motor Show (North American International Auto Show) in
Detroit, USA, 17th-25th January 2015.
The drivetrain, chassis, lightweight construction, assistance systems and infotainment have improved with innovative
technology.
Body
The new Q7 is an imposing car: 5.05 metres long, 2.99 metres in wheelbase, 1.97 metres wide and 1.74 metres tall (with
steel suspension). Although it is shorter and narrower than its predecessor, the cabin is longer and offers more head
room.
Equipped with the 3.0 TDI engine, the new generation Audi Q7 tips the scales at 1,995 kilogrammes, which is 325
kilogrammes less weight. The Q7 with the 3.0 TFSI engine is even lighter, weighing 1,970 kilogrammes. Lightweight
construction has been applied in all areas, from the electrical system to the luggage compartment floor. The key is the
body structure, where a new multi-material design reduces its weight by 71 kilogrammes.
Ultra-high-strength parts made of hot-shaped steel form the backbone of the occupant cell. Aluminium castings, extruded
sections and panels are used in the front and rear ends as well as the superstructure. They account for 41 per cent of
the body structure. Other parts made entirely of aluminium are the doors, which shave 24 kilogrammes of weight, the front
mudguards, the engine bonnet and the rear tailgate. Audi uses new manufacturing methods for the production and assembly
of the parts.
Three torsion rings reinforce the front end, the area of the C-pillars and the rear tailgate cut-out. These play a
major role in the vastly improved static and dynamic stiffness of the body. The torsion rings are the foundation for the
precise handling and vibrational comfort in the car's interior.
Quiet on board
The improved acoustic insulation reinforces the impression of solidity by providing for a degree of quietness in many
situations.
The big SUV has a cd value of just 0.32. The underbody is partly lined; a small spoiler in the area of the rear axle
reduces lift.
Exterior design
The proportions have changed compared with the previous model. The big SUV is 37 millimetres shorter and 15
millimetres narrower while virtually the same height. Inside, however, there is an additional 21 millimetres between the
first and second rows of seats, and head room has increased by 41 millimetres and 23 millimetres in the first and second
rows, respectively.
The design features horizontal lines extending above the wheels. These blisters are a subtle homage to the classic
quattro models from Audi. The exterior mirrors are mounted on the shoulders of the doors; blades run from the front to
the rear doors and bear embossed quattro logos. The tailgate wraps around the massive, steeply raked D-pillars.
The single frame grille is deeply sculpted and features thick crossbars. Its broad frame extends to the headlights.
The daytime running lights of the LED headlights are shaped like a double arrow. The taillights of the top model include
dynamic turn signals.
Trim strips and add-on parts
Four of the eleven exterior colours available for the Q7 are new. All of the trim strips adorning the body of the new
Q7 have a matt aluminium-look for a sporty, modern appearance. Bolt-on parts such as the door inlays and underbody
protection front and rear come standard with a silver paint finish. In the base model configuration, the bottom section
of the bumpers and the wheel arches are anthracite, textured plastic. Borrowing from the bolt-on parts, the radiator
grille is finished with a new, lightly structured paint that underscores the off-road potential of the car.
With the second alternative – the S line exterior package – the bumpers, the air inlets, the side sills, the roof
spoiler and the diffuser feature a bold design. The radiator grille and the slats in the lateral air intakes feature a
newly developed, progressive, dark grey, high-gloss finish that replaces the familiar high-gloss black.
Interior design
Audi's new generation Q7 welcomes its occupants with an atmosphere of cultivated elegance and spaciousness. The
interior design appears tautly stretched; the two-piece inlays are available in various material combinations. The double
application strip in the doors provides for a sense of lightness.
The instrument panel is visually separated from the centre console, supporting the sportiness and lightness of the
interior.
A wrap-around running from the doors through the instrument panel to form a sort of protective shield gives the driver
and front passengers a feeling of protection. The interface components are tailored specifically to the Audi Q7. They are
located on the centre console, which is oriented toward the driver. The shapes and contours of the interface components
harmonise well with the interior architecture. The lines of the air vents point to the instrument cluster and further
reinforce the driver orientation.
The ambient lighting uses LEDs exclusively. A second variant of the ambient lighting is available as an alternative.
Ultra-narrow light guides follow the contours on the instrument panel and in the doors (including exit warning) as
standard, and in an upgrade option they also include the centre tunnel console. Now for the first time this lighting can
be controlled via the MMI. In the top package, various colours can be selected.
Colour and equipment: Diverse equipment variants
With the colours and materials used in the Q7, Audi is showing a new expression of lightness, sportiness and luxury in
the premium SUV segment. The instrument panel is separated horizontally into two colours, which enables brighter colours
to be used on the bottom. There are seven interior colours from which to choose. The two-piece application strip is
available in a variety of material combinations. Besides high-quality effect finishes, there are a number of aluminium and
wood variants from which to choose, including Beaufort walnut. Audi offer a choice of fabric, Alcantara, robust Cricket
leather and fine Valcona leather for the seat coverings.
For customers seeking even more individuality, Audi offers three leather packages and two design selections. One
elegant and one sporty design include full leather with contrast stitching, Alcantara headlining, luxury velour floor
mats plus exclusive colour and material combinations and application strips. The Audi exclusive range offers many
additional customisation options.
Even more room than in the previous model: The space concept
Despite a shorter exterior length, the new generation Audi Q7 offers more space than its predecessor. Passengers enjoy
more head, shoulder and knee room. The space concept is highly variable. Audi provides a comfortable three-seat unit with
adjustable seatbacks for the second row. If desired, all three seats can each be moved longitudinally up to 110
millimetres, 10 millimetres more than before.
Another option is for two individual seats in the third row that are certified in Europe as Group 3 child seats. These
turn the Audi Q7 into a seven-seater with even greater utility. With the seats folded down, the seat backs are integrated
into the cargo floor and can be raised or lowered electrically using rocker switches located in the C-pillars and in the
cargo compartment.
For optimal access to the third row, the seats in the second row can be folded down and tipped up on edge as a compact
package, providing an entry width of 376 millimetres. All seats in the second and third rows have Isofix/i-Size fixtures
for child seats. Customers can thus mount up to six child seats in the new Audi Q7. Roller blinds and dark “privacy”
glazing is optionally available for the rear. The panoramic glass sunroof – another option – makes the interior even
brighter and airier.
If all seven seats are occupied, the cargo compartment of the new Audi Q7 has a capacity of 295 litres. The
five-seater offers 890 litres. To improve the usability of the cargo compartment, the designers lowered the loading lip
by 46 millimetres compared with the previous model. A power rear tailgate is standard. In combination with the advanced
key, Audi also offers gesture control – a kicking motion in the centre below the rear hatch and the hatch opens
automatically. The same foot gesture can also be used to close the hatch again.
A number of other options are available for making interactions with the new Q7 practical and convenient: a power
cargo compartment cover, power door closers and a heated windshield.
Fewer buttons for optimal ergonomics: Operation and display
All controls are framed in fine aluminium lines. They harmonise with the architecture – a reduced number of buttons
while at the same time offering optimal ergonomics. Front seat choices are standard seats, standard seats with climate
function, sport seats, sport seats with pneumatics and the custom contour seat. The design of the second and third row
can be adapted to the variants chosen for the front seats.
The front seats offer driver and passenger plenty of space and comfort. Among the seat variants offered in the new Q7
are the multi-adjustable sport seat and the climate-controlled individual contour seat with up to 18 adjustments and
optional massage function. The latter includes five different programmes, each with a choice of five intensity levels.
Air conditioning
Audi equips the new Q7 standard with a newly developed, two-zone air conditioning system. Its new operating concept
uses fewer buttons and controls. Animated symbols in the display, the high-quality TFT display and the capacitive toggle
switches provide for intuitive operation of the air conditioning. Audi also offers the option of a four-zone system, the
temperature displays of which are integrated into the rotary dials. A display with toggle switches shows the status of
selected functions. When the toggle switch is touched, the menu expands for better legibility and easier operation.
The right zone of the instrument panel includes a continuous air vent strip – including continuous chrome application
– from which the air exits indirectly and draft-free. Both air conditioning variants offer occupants high air quality in
the cabin. In both fresh air and recirculation mode, the air conditioning system filters out fine particulates.
MMI operating concept
The latest generation of the Audi MMI operating concept makes it easy to control the multitude of convenient and
innovative functions in the Audi Q7. The innovative MMI search with intelligent suggestions makes it easier to search for
specific song titles and to input telephone contacts or navigation destinations, thus significantly reducing the amount
of time spent on these operations. Nearly all entries can be completed in just a few steps. Two supplemental menus contain
intelligently linked functions and options.
Displays appear on the central MMI monitor, which rises up from the instrument panel when the system is started and
also enables the passenger to use the Audi MMI system in the accustomed manner.
Haptic feedback: MMI all-in-touch
The focal point of the operating system is the newly developed MMI all-in-touch control unit with a full touch
surface. Each input is followed by an acoustic and a haptic confirmation – a click that is also felt on the finger.
The driver can enter characters on the large touchpad or perform multi-finger gestures to zoom in on the map or scroll
through lists, for example. The main functions can be accessed using the high-quality rotary push button and two rocker
switches. The driver can also assign personal favourites, such as navigation destinations, telephone numbers or radio
stations, to eight freely programmable buttons.
The essential control logic of the Audi MMI is also reflected in the new multifunction steering wheels. Drivers can
operate the onboard computer with its vehicle information as well as operate the audio system with the thumb of their
left hand. Depending on the equipment installed, telephony and navigation functions can also be controlled via the
steering wheel. The volume roller with mute function as well as the voice dialogue button, telephone express controls and
the practical Skip function quickly changing the radio station or the song are located on the right side of the steering
wheel.
Audi virtual cockpit
The optional MMI navigation plus is also available with the Audi virtual cockpit, a 12.3-inch TFT display that
presents tack-sharp, painstakingly rendered graphics. The Q7 driver can switch between a classic view with high-quality
rendered dial instruments and an infotainment view with an extended display area for lists and the map – all conveniently
from the steering wheel. Furthermore, custom views, such as certain values from the onboard computer, can also be
configured. The great flexibility of the displays enables all information to be presented as a function of personal
preferences and the driving situation.
T30 processor from Audi’s partner NVIDIA
The modular infotainment platform (MIB) is an important system component. The new Q7 is equipped with the second
generation of the MIB, which includes a quad-core T30 processor from Audi’s partner NVIDIA.
Together with the second T30 processor integrated directly into the Audi virtual cockpit, the systems generate
brilliant 3D graphics and tack-sharp dial instruments displayed at a rate of 60 frames per second. The graphics quality,
transparent images and animations together with the high-end resolution of 1,440 x 540 pixels create an all-new visual
experience.
Another high-end option in the new Audi Q7 is the head-up display, which is harmoniously integrated into the
instrument panel. It projects all key information onto the windshield.
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Modular: the infotainment
Audi offers various levels of the infotainment modules for the new Q7. The MMI radio plus is standard in Germany. This
offers interfaces for external devices such as mobile phones or memory cards. The standard Audi sound system delivers
sound from its ten speakers. It is controlled using the MMI terminal on the centre tunnel, which comprises a rotary push
button, two options buttons and four main function buttons.
Displays are shown on a central, 7-inch MMI monitor that rises up from the instrument panel when the system is
started.
The infotainment control centre is the MMI navigation plus, which has an 8.3-inch monitor. Working in the background
is the second generation of the modular infotainment platform. Its key component is the fast Tegra 30 graphics processor
from Audi’s partner NVIDIA.
Sound with a third dimension
Audi offers additional hardware components beyond MMI navigation plus. The Bose sound system with 3D sound and the
Bang & Olufsen Advanced Sound System with 3D sound fascinate hi-fi users. Both systems reproduce music in innovative
3D sound. Additional speakers in the A-pillars provide the spatial dimension of height so that the music appears to be
coming from a virtual stage. The Bang & Olufsen system drives 23 speakers including subwoofers with 1,920 watts of
amplifier power.
The Audi phone box, another option in the new Q7 already available in other models, connects a mobile phone to the
car’s cellular phone antenna. Inductive charging and wireless smartphone connection will be available as additional
functions shortly after the launch of the new Audi Q7.
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Driver assistance systems
With its range of driver assistance systems, the new generation Audi Q7 is competitive in its segment. Some systems
have been completely redeveloped from scratch.
Standard are the rear parking aid, cruise control, adjustable speed limiter, rest recommendation and the safety system
Audi pre sense city. At city speeds it warns the driver of impending collisions with other vehicles or pedestrians and
will initiate heavy braking in an emergency.
If the collision is inevitable, the multi-collision brake assist system uses controlled braking manoeuvres during the
accident to aid the driver. This can help to prevent the car from skidding and thus additional collisions. The optional
“Audi pre sense basic” initiates preventive protective measures for the occupants in instable driving states, such as
tightening of the front seat belts.
Optional solutions are bundled in the packages “Parking”, “City” and “Tour”. The “Parking” package includes the
surround view camera and the park assist system, which autonomously steers the car backwards into parallel and
perpendicular parking spots. The driver only has to apply the brakes and the accelerator.
Updated engines
The new Audi Q7 is coming to the European market with two V6 engines: a TDI and a TFSI. Thanks to refinements, their
CO2 emissions have been reduced by as much as 50 grammes per kilometre. Both engines comply with the Euro 6 emissions
standard.
The 3.0 TDI produces 200 kW and 600 Nm of torque. The sprint from 0 to 100 km/h takes 6.3 seconds. Average fuel
consumption rating is 5.7 litres per 100 kilometres. The V6 diesel has been systematically designed for minimal internal
friction and efficient thermal management. The 3.0 TDI is smooth, which is also due in part to the switchable hydraulic
engine bearings.
The 3.0 TFSI produces 245 kW and 440 Nm of torque, accelerating the new Audi Q7 from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.1 seconds. Its
mechanical compressor, which provides charging, is deactivated when operating at part load. This technique contributes to
the low consumption rating of 7.7 litres per 100 kilometres in the NEDC.
A second variant of the 3.0 TDI with 160 kW and 500 Nm of torque will follow at a later date.
Another engine is the 2.0 TFSI with an output of 185 kW and 370 Nm of torque. It is planned primarily for Asian
markets and the USA.
By wire: the powertrain
Smooth, fast, lightweight and efficient. In the new Audi Q7, a newly developed, eight-speed tiptronic transfers the
engine’s power to the quattro permanent all-wheel drive system. The torque converter transmission shifts gears smoothly
and is very efficient. It offers a free-wheeling function when the driver steps off the gas. A new vaporisation system
enables the engine to run at extremely slow speeds below 1,000 rpm.
Besides automatic mode, the driver can also choose to control the tiptronic using the standard paddles on the steering
wheel or via a selector lever. In both cases, the commands are transmitted purely electrically (by wire).
The self-locking centre differential is integrated into the housing of the eight-speed tiptronic. It is lighter and
more compact than the transfer case of the previous model, and with its optimised locking rates provides for outstanding
traction and handling. Under normal driving conditions, the centre differential distributes the power between the front
and rear axle in a 40:60 ratio. If the wheels of one axle lose grip, it can extremely quickly transfer as much as 70 per
cent of the power to the front and a maximum of 85 per cent to the rear.
The mechanical centre differential operates in direct conjunction with torque vectoring. During fast cornering, the
control software uses finely metered interventions to brake the inside wheels, which are under a reduced load. This makes
the steering response of the new Q7 even more agile and precise, and the grip even better.
Australian availability
Stay tuned to Next Car for further details on Australian specifications, pricing and release date in due
course.
NOTE:
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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