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2010 Audi Q7 Features Review

November 9, 2009

FEATURES | 9 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

You won't be disappointed
Edmunds

MMI can be "distracting and time consuming
ConsumerGuide

MMI is "more intuitive than BMW's reviled iDrive
Edmunds

The Audi Q7 slots above most of Audi's vehicles in mission and in size-and in price-so its standard-equipment list is long.

Every Q7 has automatic climate control, 18-inch alloy wheels, a power tailgate, cruise control, and keyless entry. Cars.com adds that the base version includes "a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a 12-way power driver's seat and bottle holders in each door."

Audi's Multi Media Interface (MMI) also is standard, and this year's version is significantly updated with a joystick controller, integrated real-time traffic from Sirius XM, and 3D mapping displayed on a larger, high-resolution LCD screen. Edmunds says with the joystick controller, "the driver can operate entertainment, climate, communications and navigation functions," adding the system is "certainly more intuitive than BMW's reviled iDrive." ConsumerGuide notes that the driver is faced with "numerous buttons and switches, despite the aim of the MMI system to reduce such clutter" and warns that something as simple as changing the radio station could be "distracting and time consuming."

Major options include a cold-weather package with heated front- and second-row seats and a heated steering wheel; a DVD navigation system; and four-zone climate control. "The optional panoramic sunroof has three large panels that extend over nearly all three rows," ForbesAutos reports. "The front panel slides open, while the rearmost panel can be raised at an angle."

Conclusion

The 2010 Audi A7 comes with plenty of features that will leave you delighted-except maybe MMI.

FEATURES | 9 out of 10Expert Quotes:You won't be disappointedEdmundsMMI can be "distracting and time consumingConsumerGuideMMI is "more intuitive than BMW's reviled iDriveEdmunds The Audi Q7 slots above most of Audi's vehicles in mission and in size-and in price-so its standard-equipment list is long. Every Q7 has automatic climate control, 18-inch alloy wheels, a power tailgate, cruise control, and keyless entry. Cars.com adds that the base version includes "a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a 12-way power driver's seat and bottle holders in each door." Audi's Multi Media Interface (MMI) also is standard, and this year's version is significantly updated with a joystick controller, integrated real-time traffic from Sirius XM, and 3D mapping displayed on a larger, high-resolution LCD screen. Edmunds says with the joystick controller, "the driver can operate entertainment, climate, communications and navigation functions," adding the system is "certainly more intuitive than BMW's reviled iDrive." ConsumerGuide notes that the driver is faced with "numerous buttons and switches, despite the aim of the MMI system to reduce such clutter" and warns that something as simple as changing the radio station could be "distracting and time consuming." Major options include a cold-weather package with heated front- and second-row seats and a heated steering wheel; a DVD navigation system; and four-zone climate control. "The optional panoramic sunroof has three large panels that extend over nearly all three rows," ForbesAutos reports. "The front panel slides open, while the rearmost panel can be raised at an angle." ConclusionThe 2010 Audi A7 comes with plenty of features that will leave you delighted-except maybe MMI. 2010 AUDI Q7 STYLING | [8 out of 10] Cars.com: "sleek and elegant" Edmunds: "sharp interior design" The first sport-utility ever from sports-sedan specialists at Audi , the Q7 returns for the 2010 model year with a refreshed exterior and a touched-up cabin-and a new smaller stablemate ...

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Other Choices:

Both the Volkswagen Touareg and Porsche Cayenne are related to the 2010 Audi Q7, but the Cayenne's a closer competitor, though it doesn't offer a third-row seat. It's less attractive than the Audi, too, but a brutal Turbo version has scalding acceleration. The Mercedes-Benz GL-Class SUV has crisp lines and a luxurious, roomy interior. BMW's X5 struggles with plain design and a taller, less roomy package, but also has a blazing M performance edition. The new entry on this list is the massive, flamboyant Lincoln MKT. A seven-seat crossover with some kitschy features-how about a refrigerator inside?-the MKT has acres of interior room, good handling, a distinctive look, and a turbocharged V-6 option that makes it a dark-horse challenger in this pack.

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Comments (3 total)

  1. By Audi #1, Posted: 11/13/2009

    First off it is true that the Touareg and the Cayenne are related to each other but they are not related to the Q7. Second the Q7 has a V6 Diesel, not a V8. I believe that they meant Q7 and not A7. It's one thing to give your opinion but please get the facts right.

  2. By Mazda #2, Posted: 11/13/2009

    Actually the typ 7L Touareg and the typ 4L Q7 and the Cayenne are all built on the Volkswagen Group PL71 platform. So yes they are related, albeit the Touareg and Cayenne are more closely related.

  3. By Larry L. #3, Posted: 11/19/2009

    The Audi is unquestionably NOT the same platform as the Touareg or the Cayenne - it's a 118.2" wheelbase versus 114" and 112.4" respectively. The suspension is completely different in all three vehicles as well. I've been with Audi over 25 years, and it still amazes me how many "experts" claim to have the "real" information on what makes an Audi different/the same or better/worse than other vehicles.

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