AUDI Q7 2018
|Fresh data of Audi Q7 2018 in the new body, equipment and prices,photos – all this is available in our article. We have collected interestinginformation, which we are ready to share with our readers. You can compare thenovelty not only with the old model, but also with its closest competitors,which are in the same price category, but can differ significantly in terms oftechnical equipment.
EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR DESIGN
EXTERIOR
The car Audi Q7 2018 passed a serious restyling and is now significantlydifferent from the previous version. This is a full-size crossover capable ofshowing itself well not only in the city, but also off-road. It has thefollowing differences from its predecessors:
Significantly changed the design of the body and interior.
The radiator grille has been renewed, it has become larger, despite the roundededges, its exterior is more sporty and aggressive, and the chrome trim isedged, which makes the car more attractive, stylish and solid. The chromeborder is rather wide, it attracts attention.
The front optics significantly increased in size, the shape of the headlightschanged, they became rectangular, they got rid of the rounded shape andunnecessary bevels. The light has become more powerful and calibrated. The setsmay differ in technical equipment, so what type of lamps will be installeddepends on the version. Xenon, LED and matrix lighting devices are provided.
Rear lights are made in the same style as the front, they are less round andmore elongated, the lamps depend on the configuration.
The bumper also changed shape, they became more convex, sharp and massive inappearance, although they are made of hard plastic. The car looks sporty, atthe same time its power and weight are felt. In the bumpers there is a placefor fog lamps. They are quite large, they illuminate the road well. Inaddition, the grilles of the air intakes are built into the bumper, they havehorizontal ribs covered with chrome.
The shape of the roof was changed, the new one allowed to improve theaerodynamics readings, make the car more streamlined. The form has become moresmooth, sloping, gradually turning into the luggage compartment of the car. Itseems that the bumper is a logical end to it, although it represents a separatedetail.
The front glass is also tilted, so that the airflow will interferesignificantly less, which will provide a faster speed dial and lower fuelconsumption.
INTERIOR
The salon has also undergone significant changes, has become much moreattractive and convenient, the management has become more functional. Added andfree space. You can select the following:
As for the rear, and for the front passengers appeared additional space due tothe increase in the length of the body.
The interior is finished with the highest quality materials. There are chromeand wooden inserts that make the interior more stylish and attractive, completesets in leather trim are available.
The dashboard looks quite strict, it does not have anything superfluous, butthe style can be traced.
Air ducts are located in the form of a wide line from door to door.
The screen of the onboard computer is located in the center above the line ofair intakes. The display not only displays the necessary data, but also allowsyou to manage numerous functions of the car.
Nearby there are small buttons, they are needed to turn on the turn
signals, control the climate control, turn on the alarm signal.
It is worth paying attention to the multimedia panel, where a large number of
sensors are located, they are quite convenient to use, and the panel itself
does not distract the driver’s attention when driving.
Audi is equipped with a multi-wheel, it contains the most important controls,
in addition, you can control the audio system or use the phone without taking
your hands off the steering wheel.
As for interior trim, it uses quality fabric and leather, the use of plastic is
minimized.
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
The car is characterized by impressive technical parameters, among which
we can distinguish the following:
The 2.0-liter petrol engine, which will be installed in the startingequipment, it is forced and equipped with a turbine, so under the hood will be252 hp. A car with such a power unit up to 100 km / h will accelerate in just 7seconds, despite the impressive mass of the model.
The second version of the power unit is also gasoline, but has a volume of 3liters and a power of 333 hp. This is the most sporty version, which will allowto accelerate the car to a hundred in just 6 seconds, but the appetite of suchan engine is much greater.
If you are a fan of diesel, the manufacturer is also ready to offer severaloptions. First of all, this is a 3-liter engine of two modifications: 218 hp inone, 272 hp in the second, and 272 hp in the second. The acceleration is thesame as for gasoline analogues, so the buyer will not lose anything in terms ofspeed, but fuel consumption is much less.
Transmission for any engine is offered only automatic, so in this case, thechoice should not be expected. There is an adjustable gearbox in 8 modes, whichmakes the car universal for any operating conditions.
All versions of the car will receive all-wheel drive.
The buyer can pay attention to the hybrid car. It will install a 3-liter enginewith a capacity of 258 hp. and an additional electric motor with a power of 128hp.
It is worth noting that the mass of the car was 70 kg less than the previousversion. Designers say that the new Audi is the lightest crossover that meetsthe modern market. This was achieved with the use of new strong, but lighteralloys.
COMPONENTS AND PRICES
Bavarian engineers are ready to offer, as always, a practical, maximumsafe and at the same time comfortable car. While it is known that the car willbe delivered in two versions – regular and enhanced comfort. The first willreceive the following options and features:
Already the launch version of the car will be quite rich in technicalequipment, will receive a large number of useful options and electronics.
Cruise control is installed initially. It will be self-adaptable, which greatlyfacilitates its use and enhances ride comfort.
Audi will independently monitor the distance between the car in front and, ifnecessary, lose speed.
The navigator, guided by GPS, is already installed, it will work in thelanguage of the country to which the car will be supplied. If desired, thelanguage can be selected.
In the rear bumper from the factory a camera is built in, which will displaythe image on the color display on the car’s panel, in addition, the machinewill help to pack, it will be equipped with sensors that determine the distanceto the nearest obstacle.
The lighting will be adjusted automatically. It will be possible not to followits inclusion and switching-off, inclusion of a headlight.
The maximum configuration will also please its owner with a large number ofoptions, among which will be the following:
On-board computer of a new sample, the touch screen of the device will begreatly increased.
The upholstery of the salon will be completely leather.
The headlights will receive xenon lamps.
Heated front and rear seats.
The car will track traffic signs, markings on the roadway, objects in the deadzone, which are not visible to the driver in the mirror.
The number of cameras that will be located along the perimeter of the car willalso be added.
Mirrors will receive heating and electric drives, however, this is availablefor the basic version of the car.
In the luxury suite, the number of airbags and special curtains has beenincreased.
If you make a surcharge, for the rear passengers will be installed
entertainment system in the form of two tablets, mounted in the head restraints
of the front seats; the size of such a screen will be 12 inches.
It will cost from $ 70,000 to $ 75,000 depending on the engine and additional
equipment.
MAIN COMPETITORS
The following novelties can be classified as the main competing models:
BMW X5.
Volvo XC90.
CONCLUSION
The new Q7 has elegant forms and large overall dimensions, and thereforediffers markedly from its main competitors and stands out from the car flow.During the upgrade, the car received a proprietary grille, sections of LEDlights in lighting fixtures and a modified bumper. Also, the Q7 becamenoticeably lighter, but the free space in the car’s interior increased.