Speculation is rampant about changes to the 2015 Audi Q7 offering. There’s talk of a hybrid powertrain option, as well as an 800 lb. weight reduction through the use of carbon fiber in construction. It’s possible that the expense involved in producing and shaping carbon fiber may add to the sticker price, but if true, consumers are sure to be enthused about the accompanying improvement in mileage and emissions.
The Audi Q7 was first unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor show in 2005. Manufactured at the Volkswagen Bratislatva Plant in Slovakia, the Q7 immediately caught the attention of enthusiasts the world over as the first full-size luxury crossover SUV offering from this respected manufacturer. The Audi Q7 shares a platform with Volkswagen’s Taureg and the Porche Cayenne, and sales of this popular model remain strong. Audi has been a subsidiary of The Volkswagen group since its purchase from Daimler-Benz in 1966.
2015 Audi Q7 Engine
Although there are no confirmed reports at this time, there’s reason to believe the 2015 Q7 will continue with its standard drivetrain: responsiveness and overall driving comfort. All Wheel Drive with an optional Supercharged Gas V6 3.0L/183 or Turbocharged Diesel V6 3.0L/181. Combined with an eight-speed transmission, it provides a sporty and smooth ride as well as supports fuel economy. In August of this year it was announced that Audi will expand it’s e-tron models to include the Q7. The Audi A3 e-tron combines a 110kW 1.4-litre turbocharged gas engine with a 75kW electric motor. There has been no comment on the exact specifications a Q7 e-tron might carry.
2015 Q7 mileage
The Supercharged V6 is rated 16 mpg city/22 mpg highway, for a combined 18 mpg. The 2015 Q7 diesel, as expected, rates an improved 19 mpg city/28 mpg highway, for an estimated 22 mpg average.
2015 Audi Q7 seats and features
The Audi Q7 has always been a luxury cruiser with a comfortable ride, and the Audi Q7 2015 is sure to follow in this tradition. Interior finish will likely include real wood and aluminum accents throughout, and feature soft leather and plastic premium materials. Xenon front headlights and heated front seats are expected exterior touches. Like its predecessors, the 2015 Q7 will most likely seat seven, with three available rows of seating. The Audi Connect system, an internet-connected navigation system added in 2012 and featuring manual input and voice control, will almost certainly carry over into the 2015 Q7. The online service offers access to fuel location and prices, news, weather reports, and other data. The Audi Connect system also provides connection for up to 8 wifi-enabled devices.
2014 vs 2015 Audi Q7
It’s difficult to guess at any significant differences there might be between the 2015 Audi Q7 and the 2014 model. Outside of the change in weight and potential hybrid powertrain, Audi may simply go with what works. This is a solid luxury vehicle that enjoys an enthusiastic reputation in its class. Upgrades in weight, mileage, and panel construction may be groundbreaking enough for this pioneering manufacturer.
Release date of 2015 Audi Q7
The release date for the 2015 Audi Q7 is hard to pin down. Depending on the source, there’s talk of the new Q7 being offered late in the 2015 model year, or possibly in the summer of 2014 as a 2015 model. Regardless, the 2015 Audi Q7 will be an eagerly anticipated offering for crossover SUV aficionados everywhere.
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