2022 Audi SQ7

History/Overview

Positioned atop the Audi Q7 lineup, the SQ7 is a performance-oriented take on the brand’s three-row crossover formula. It arrived in Canada as a 2020 model.

What’s New/Key Changes From Last Year

For 2022, the SQ7 adds more standard safety features: active cruise assist; active lane departure warning; intersection, traffic jam, and turn assists; and rear side airbags all join the spec sheet after being offered as extra-cost options on last year’s model.

Available Trims

Audi makes the SQ7 in a single trim, powered by a 4.0L turbo V8 engine with an eight-speed transmission and AWD.

Standard Features

Every SQ7 comes fitted with 21-inch wheels, adaptive air suspension, four-wheel steering, engine stop/start, auto on/off LED laser headlights with washers, auto-dimming/power-folding side mirrors, a power tailgate, and passive keyless entry.

Inside, occupants benefit from a panoramic sunroof, heated front/rear seats/steering wheel, ventilated front seats, four-zone A/C, diamond-stitched leather upholstery, an auto-dimming mirror, ambient lighting, rear-door sunshades, and a power-adjustable steering column. Infotainment is controlled by a 10.1-inch touchscreen that contains wireless Apple CarPlay, a B&O stereo, satellite radio, and navigation; other tech treats are a head-up display and wireless phone charging.

Safety features include adaptive rain-sensing wipers, front and rear collision detection/mitigation, active cruise assist, active lane departure warning, intersection/traffic jam/turn assists, 360-degree camera views, blind spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and rear side airbags.

Key Options

A dynamic package gets a sport differential and active roll stabilization.

The massage front seat bundle also brings an air quality package, an extended leather interior, and front passenger seat memory.

You can also choose a cosmetic pack that dresses various interior pieces in black.

Fuel Economy

Audi’s fuel consumption estimates for the SQ7 are 16.0/11.4 L/100 km (city/highway).

Competition

You’ll find competitive performance, style, and interior accommodations in vehicles like the BMW X7 M50i, the Mercedes-Benz GLS 580, and the Land Rover Range Rover HSE.