Audi Audi Q7 (Type 4M)
The second-generation Audi Q7 engineered on the lightweight multi-material MLB Evo platform, shedding 325 kg compared to its predecessor. Features Virtual Cockpit, 48V mild-hybrid systems, and dynamic all-wheel steering.
Generation Quick Facts: The Audi Q7 (Type 4M) was manufactured from 2016 – present (2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 model years) as a suv. Across 4 verified powertrains, power outputs range from 261 to 500 hp, with top fuel economy reaching 28.0 MPG combined (3.0 TDI Clean Diesel quattro (EU)).
Power range
261–500 hp
Quickest 0–100
4.1 s
Best combined
28 MPG
Length
5.06 m
01Decision support
Which Audi Q7 (Type 4M) suits you?
Daily driver · least fuel
3.0 TDI Clean Diesel quattro (EU)
28.0 MPG combined
It burns up to 39% less fuel per mile than the thirstiest Audi Q7 (Type 4M).
Performance · quickest
SQ7 4.0 TFSI quattro
0–100 km/h in 4.1s · 500 hp
Genuinely quick, with hot-hatch pace from a family body.
Sweet spot · balance
3.0 TDI Clean Diesel quattro (EU)
272 hp · 28.0 MPG
Sits mid-range for power without paying the fuel or price tax of the flagship trim. Usually the best value on the used market.
024 powertrains (2 gasoline · 1 diesel · 1 mild hybrid gasoline)
Full specifications
| Specification | 45 TFSI quattroGasoline | 3.0 TDI Clean Diesel quattro (EU)Diesel | 55 TFSI quattro (3.0T V6 MHEV)Mild Hybrid Gasoline | SQ7 4.0 TFSI quattroGasoline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||||
| Engine code | EA888 evo4 2.0T | EA897 evo 3.0 TDI | EA839 3.0T | EA825 4.0T Twin-Turbo |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | Diesel | Mild Hybrid Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Displacement | 2.0L (1,984 cc) | 3.0L (2,967 cc) | 3.0L (2,995 cc) | 4.0L (3,996 cc) |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Turbocharged | Turbocharged | Twin-Turbocharged |
| Cylinders | Inline-4 | V6 | V6 | V8 |
| Power & Performance | ||||
| Power | 261 hp / 195 kW | 272 hp / 203 kW | 335 hp / 250 kW | 500 hp / 373 kW |
| Torque | 370 Nm / 273 lb-ft | 600 Nm / 443 lb-ft | 500 Nm / 369 lb-ft | 770 Nm / 568 lb-ft |
| 0–100 km/h | 6.9 s | 6.3 s | 5.6 s | 4.1 s |
| Top speed | 230 km/h (143 mph) | 234 km/h (145 mph) | 250 km/h (155 mph) | 250 km/h (155 mph) |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | ||||
| Transmission | 8-Speed Tiptronic (ZF 8HP) | 8-Speed Tiptronic (ZF 8HP) | 8-Speed Tiptronic (ZF 8HP) | 8-Speed Tiptronic Sport (ZF 8HP) |
| Gears | — | — | — | — |
| Drivetrain | quattro Pe | quattro Pe | quattro Pe | quattro Pe |
| Fuel Economy & Emissions | ||||
| City | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100km) | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100km) | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100km) | 15 MPG (15.7 L/100km) |
| Highway | 25 MPG (9.4 L/100km) | 33 MPG (7.1 L/100km) | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100km) | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100km) |
| Combined | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100km) | 28 MPG (8.4 L/100km) | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100km) | 17 MPG (13.8 L/100km) |
| Electric range | — | — | — | — |
| Battery | — | — | — | — |
| CO₂ emissions | — | — | — | — |
| Weight & Body | ||||
| Curb weight | 2,165 kg (4,773 lbs) | 2,135 kg (4,707 lbs) | 2,245 kg (4,949 lbs) | 2,360 kg (5,203 lbs) |
| Seats | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Model years | 2019-2026 | 2016-2020 | 2020-2026 | 2020-2026 |
03Then vs now
4M vs. previous generation
| Metric | Change vs. 4L |
|---|---|
| Peak power | +150 hp |
| Quickest 0–100 km/h | -2.8 s |
| Best combined MPG | +6 MPG |
| Average curb weight | -78 kg |
Why this matters
Versus the 4L, the 4M is clearly more efficient, noticeably more powerful, quicker off the line, meaningfully lighter. Used-car shoppers should weigh these shifts against the 4L's typically lower asking prices.
View the 4L spec sheet0Exterior
Dimensions
Length
5,063 mm
199.3 in
Width
1,970 mm
77.6 in
Height
1,741 mm
68.5 in
Wheelbase
2,994 mm
117.9 in
Curb weight spans 2,135–2,360 kg depending on powertrain. Battery and AWD hardware add the most mass.
05Long-tail answers
Audi Q7 (Type 4M): questions answered
What engines and trims are available on the Audi Q7 (Type 4M)?
The Audi Q7 (Type 4M) lineup offers 2 gasoline · 1 diesel · 1 mild hybrid gasoline: 45 TFSI quattro (261 hp), 3.0 TDI Clean Diesel quattro (EU) (272 hp), 55 TFSI quattro (3.0T V6 MHEV) (335 hp), SQ7 4.0 TFSI quattro (500 hp).
How quick is the Audi Q7 (Type 4M) from 0 to 100 km/h?
The fastest trim, the SQ7 4.0 TFSI quattro, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.1s, reaching a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) with the 55 TFSI quattro (3.0T V6 MHEV).
What is the most fuel-efficient Audi Q7 (Type 4M) trim?
The 3.0 TDI Clean Diesel quattro (EU) delivers the highest fuel economy at 28.0 MPG (EPA combined). Across the 4 powertrains, fuel economy spans 17–28 combined MPG.
How does the 4M compare to the previous Audi Q7?
Against the 4L predecessor it replaces, the 4M is clearly more efficient, noticeably more powerful, quicker off the line, meaningfully lighter. Side-by-side technical specs are detailed in the comparison table below.
What model years are included in the Audi Q7 (Type 4M)?
The Audi Q7 (Type 4M) was produced from 2016 – present, spanning the following model years: 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.
What are the exterior dimensions of the Audi Q7 (Type 4M)?
5063 mm long, 1970 mm wide, 1741 mm tall on a 2994 mm wheelbase (199.3 in overall length).
Sources for this page
- EPA fuel-economy records: Audi Q7Certification data, 2016–2026
- NHTSA vehicle file: recalls, complaints and investigations2016 Audi Q7, official safety record
- NHTSA vPIC vehicle databasePowers our VIN decoder, the federal manufacturer registry
- Audi official: data sheets and archiveManufacturer-published specifications
Figures on this page are compiled from the sources above and cross-checked against manufacturer data sheets. US-market EPA cycle where noted; European WLTP values are measured differently and are not directly comparable.
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