Spotlight: Audi Q7 3.0 TDI

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During the 2005 IAA motor show in Frankfurt, Audi introduced its first SUV into the model range, the Audi Q7. The Audi Q7 was launched in order to compete with its main adversaries, the BMW X5 and Mercedes Benz ML. Based on the "Plattform E", the Audi Q7 shares this platform with the Volkswagen Touareg and Porsche Cayenne, while production of the Q7 takes place in Bratislava, Slovakia.

Audi Q7 3.0 TDI Quattro (MY 2006) with 6-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission

Engine specifications:

Engine: 2967 cm³ / V6 / diesel

Power: 233hp at 500 Nm

Top speed: 216km/h

Acceleration 0 - 100km/h: 9,1s 

For pro's and con's on this 2006 Audi Q7 3.0 TDI, look at the pro's and con's on the 2009 Audi Q7 3.0 TDI.

Paint finish: Phantom Black Metallic
Upholstery: Leather Cricket Paranut brown 

Interior trim: Olive Ash Beige
Wheels: 18-inch 7,5J alloy wheels

Extra equipment:

• Adaptive Air Suspension
• CD player in front instrument panel
• Auto-dimming rear-view mirror
• Door mirror electrically operated, heated and folding
• Light and rain sensor
• Seat heating for front seats
• Mobile telephone preparation - Bluetooth interface
• Lighting package
• Storage package
• 3-spoke multi-function leather steering wheel
• Front seats, electrically adjustable with memory
• Lumbar support
• Power-operated tailgate
• Satellite Navigation system - MMI
• Audi parking system advanced - includes reversing camera
• Voice dialogue system
• Advanced key
• Bi-Xenon headlights & headlight washers
• BOSE surround sound system
• Comfort front centre armrest
• 4-zone climate control
• Deletion of model and engine capacity at rear
• Panoramic sunroof
• Audi side assist

Audi Q7 3.0 TDI Quattro (MY 2009) with 6-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission

Engine specifications:

Engine: 2967 cm³ / V6 / diesel

Power: 240hp at 550 Nm

Top speed: 216km/h

Acceleration 0 - 100km/h: 8,5s 

Paint finish: Ice Silver Metallic (color code: LX7W/P5)

Upholstery: Leather / Alcantara Black

Interior trim: Matt-brushed aluminium
Wheels: 18-inch x 8,5J 5-spoke design alloy wheels

Extra equipment:

Off-road styling package:

• Front apron panel: in combination with a stainless steel underbody guards 
• Rear apron panel: in combination with a stainless steel underbody guards 
• Exhaust tailpipes: stainless stell tailpipes
• Stone grey door sils 

• Sport seats
• Cruise Control
• Bi-Xenon headlights & headlight washers
• Rear window and side window blinds
• 4-zone climate control
• Satellite Navigation system - MMI
• 3-spoke multi-function leather steering wheel
• Door mirror electrically operated, heated and folding
• Auto-dimming rear-view mirror
• Towing bracket - electrically folding
• Light and rain sensor
• Audi parking system front and rear
• Power-operated tailgate
• Mobile telephone preparation - front arm rest
• Storage package
• Lighting package
• Seat heating for front seats
• Lumbar support
• Privacy glass 

Some pro's and con's on the Audi Q7 3.0 TDI Quattro:

Pro:

• Ample space in the booth
• Good engine and automatic gearbox
• Width enables a 3rd person in the back seat to travel comfortably
• Good MMI Navigation system
• Cockpit conveys a luxury feeling

Con:

• Handling of the car is sluggish
• Its size makes it hard to navigate around tight spots

For more pictures on the Audi Q7, please click this link.