Audi Q7 I (4L) photos

2005 — 2015 · suv
118
photos
13
specifications
201–493
hp
5.5 s
best 0–100

About this generation

The first-generation Audi Q7 (4L) introduced full-size 7-seat luxury SUV capability with available V12 TDI power.

Unveiled in 2005, the first-generation Audi Q7 (chassis code 4L) launched Audi into the full-size luxury SUV segment. Utilizing the PL71 platform shared with the Porsche Cayenne and Volkswagen Touareg, the Q7 measured over 5.08 meters in length, accommodating three seating rows for seven occupants. Its flowing, imposing profile set a high bar for luxury utility vehicles.

Chassis features included permanent quattro all-wheel drive, adaptive air suspension offering up to 240 mm ground clearance, and engines spanning 3.6 FSI, 4.2 FSI V8, 3.0 TDI V6, 4.2 TDI V8, and the monstrous 6.0-liter V12 TDI producing 500 hp and 1,000 Nm of torque. The 4L remained in production for a decade, securing iconic status. The model fully reflected the premium status of the automaker and its commitment to technological leadership in its class. The model fully reflected the premium status of the automaker and its commitment to technological leadership in its class.

Specifications

13
5086 mm200.2 in
Length
1983 mm78.1 in
Width
1737 mm68.4 in
Height
3002 mm118.2 in
Wheelbase
775 l27.4 cu ft
Trunk
205 mm8.1 in
Ground clearance
Petrol
3.0 TFSI quattro
268hp(200 kW)
3.0 l 8-speed automatic AWD 0–100 7.9 s
2010–2015
Torque
400 Nm (295 lb-ft)
Top speed
222 km/h (138 mph)
Displacement
2995 cc
Cylinders
6
Engine
CJTC
Aspiration
supercharged
Curb weight
2220 kg (4894 lb)
Fuel tank
100 l (26.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption
10.7 l/100 km (22 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
249 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard
Euro 5
3.6 FSI quattro
276hp(206 kW)
3.6 l 6-speed automatic AWD 0–100 8.5 s
2006–2010
Torque
360 Nm (266 lb-ft)
Top speed
225 km/h (140 mph)
Displacement
3597 cc
Cylinders
6
Engine
BHK
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
2205 kg (4861 lb)
Fuel tank
100 l (26.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption
12.7 l/100 km (19 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
304 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard
Euro 4
3.0 TFSI quattro
329hp(245 kW)
3.0 l 8-speed automatic AWD 0–100 6.9 s
2010–2015
Torque
440 Nm (325 lb-ft)
Top speed
243 km/h (151 mph)
Displacement
2995 cc
Cylinders
6
Engine
CJTB
Aspiration
supercharged
Curb weight
2240 kg (4938 lb)
Fuel tank
100 l (26.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption
10.7 l/100 km (22 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
249 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard
Euro 5
4.2 FSI quattro
345hp(257 kW)
4.2 l 6-speed automatic AWD 0–100 7.4 s
2006–2010
Torque
440 Nm (325 lb-ft)
Top speed
244 km/h (152 mph)
Displacement
4163 cc
Cylinders
8
Engine
BAR
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
2240 kg (4938 lb)
Fuel tank
100 l (26.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption
13.6 l/100 km (17 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
326 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard
Euro 4
Diesel
3.0 TDI quattro
201hp(150 kW)
3.0 l 8-speed automatic AWD 0–100 9.1 s
2010–2015
Torque
450 Nm (332 lb-ft)
Top speed
202 km/h (126 mph)
Displacement
2967 cc
Cylinders
6
Engine
CJMA
Aspiration
turbo
Curb weight
2270 kg (5004 lb)
Fuel tank
100 l (26.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption
7.2 l/100 km (33 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
189 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard
Euro 5
3.0 TDI quattro
229hp(171 kW)
3.0 l 6-speed automatic AWD 0–100 9.1 s
2005–2008
Torque
500 Nm (369 lb-ft)
Top speed
210 km/h (130 mph)
Displacement
2967 cc
Cylinders
6
Engine
BUG
Aspiration
turbo
Curb weight
2295 kg (5060 lb)
Fuel tank
100 l (26.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption
10.5 l/100 km (22 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
279 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard
Euro 4
3.0 TDI quattro
236hp(176 kW)
3.0 l 6-speed automatic AWD 0–100 8.5 s
2007–2010
Torque
550 Nm (406 lb-ft)
Top speed
216 km/h (134 mph)
Displacement
2967 cc
Cylinders
6
Engine
CASA
Aspiration
turbo
Curb weight
2295 kg (5060 lb)
Fuel tank
100 l (26.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption
9.8 l/100 km (24 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
260 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard
Euro 4
3.0 TDI clean diesel quattro
236hp(176 kW)
3.0 l 6-speed automatic AWD 0–100 8.5 s
2009–2010
Torque
550 Nm (406 lb-ft)
Top speed
216 km/h (134 mph)
Displacement
2967 cc
Cylinders
6
Engine
CCMA
Aspiration
turbo
Curb weight
2340 kg (5159 lb)
Fuel tank
100 l (26.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption
8.9 l/100 km (26 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
234 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard
Euro 6
3.0 TDI quattro
241hp(180 kW)
3.0 l 8-speed automatic AWD 0–100 7.8 s
2011–2015
Torque
550 Nm (406 lb-ft)
Top speed
215 km/h (134 mph)
Displacement
2967 cc
Cylinders
6
Engine
CRCA
Aspiration
turbo
Curb weight
2270 kg (5004 lb)
Fuel tank
100 l (26.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption
7.4 l/100 km (32 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
195 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard
Euro 5
3.0 TDI clean diesel quattro
241hp(180 kW)
3.0 l 8-speed automatic AWD 0–100 7.8 s
2011–2015
Torque
550 Nm (406 lb-ft)
Top speed
215 km/h (134 mph)
Displacement
2967 cc
Cylinders
6
Engine
CNRB
Aspiration
turbo
Curb weight
2345 kg (5170 lb)
Fuel tank
100 l (26.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption
7.4 l/100 km (32 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
195 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard
Euro 6
4.2 TDI quattro
322hp(240 kW)
4.1 l 6-speed automatic AWD 0–100 6.4 s
2007–2009
Torque
760 Nm (561 lb-ft)
Top speed
236 km/h (147 mph)
Displacement
4134 cc
Cylinders
8
Engine
BTR
Aspiration
twin-turbo
Curb weight
2420 kg (5335 lb)
Fuel tank
100 l (26.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption
11.1 l/100 km (21 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
294 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard
Euro 4
4.2 TDI quattro
335hp(250 kW)
4.1 l 8-speed automatic AWD 0–100 6.4 s
2009–2015
Torque
800 Nm (590 lb-ft)
Top speed
242 km/h (150 mph)
Displacement
4134 cc
Cylinders
8
Engine
CCFA
Aspiration
twin-turbo
Curb weight
2410 kg (5313 lb)
Fuel tank
100 l (26.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption
9.2 l/100 km (26 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
242 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard
Euro 5
6.0 TDI quattro
493hp(368 kW)
5.9 l 6-speed automatic AWD 0–100 5.5 s
2008–2012
Torque
1000 Nm (738 lb-ft)
Top speed
250 km/h (155 mph)
Displacement
5934 cc
Cylinders
12
Engine
CCGA
Aspiration
twin-turbo
Curb weight
2605 kg (5743 lb)
Fuel tank
100 l (26.4 gal US)
Fuel consumption
11.3 l/100 km (21 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
298 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard
Euro 5

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