Audi Q7 Typ 4L 3.0 TDI V6 (233 Hp) quattro Tiptronic
Audi Q7:
The Audi Q7 is a full-size luxury crossover SUV made by the German manufacturer Audi, unveiled in September 2005 at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Production of this seven-seater SUV began in November 2005 at the Volkswagen Bratislava Plant in Bratislava, Slovakia.
The Q7 was the first SUV sold by Audi and went on sale in 2006. Later, Audi's second SUV, the Q5, was unveiled as a 2009 model. Audi has since unveiled a third SUV model, the Q3, which went on sale in the third quarter of 2011, and a fourth SUV model, the Q2, which went on sale in November 2016. The Q7 shares a Volkswagen Group MLB platform and chassis with the Bentley Bentayga, Lamborghini Urus, Porsche Cayenne and the Volkswagen Touareg....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Typ 4L Overview:
Audi Q7 (Typ 4L). With 450 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2295 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.1 s). The top speed reaches 220 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (233 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Respectable acceleration of 9.1 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
- • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Generous trunk capacity of 775 Liters.
- • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
Cons:
- • Relatively high fuel consumption: 9.8 L/100 km combined.
- • Meets EURO 4 emission standard; check for local urban restriction zones.
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Typ 4L, facelift 2009: May, 2011 - August, 2015).
| General: |
| Brand: | Audi |
| Model: | Q7 |
| Generation: | Typ 4L |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 TDI V6 (233 Hp) quattro Tiptronic |
| Start of production: | November, 2005 |
| End of production: | November, 2007 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: |
| Power: | 233 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 78.5 Hp/l [3mm less] |
| Torque: | 450 Nm @ 1400-3250 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | BUG More details about the engine BUG |
| Engine displacement: | 2967 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 8.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 83 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 91.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 17:1 |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.1 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.1 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 220 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.8 kg/Hp, 101.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.1 kg/Nm, 196.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.6 sec |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 2295 |
| Max. weight: | 2990 |
| Max load: | 695 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2035 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 775 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 100 l |
| Size: |
| Length: | 5086 mm mm [3mm less] |
| Width: | 1983 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1737 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 3002 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2177 mm |
| Front track: | 1651 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1676 mm |
| Front overhang: | 965 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1119 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 240-205 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 6 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Gearbox type | Tiptronic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Tires size | 235/60 R18 |
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| Wheel rims size | 18 |
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| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
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| Rear suspension | Independent coil spring |
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