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2008 Geneva Auto Show: Audi Unleashes Q7 V12 TDI Quattro
INGOLSTADT, Germany — Once a mere concept at last year's 2007 Detroit Auto Show, Audi's Q7 TDI is finally coming to life. A refined SUV finished with an absolutely massive engine, the Audi Q7 TDI has bragging rights as the most powerful diesel vehicle in its class.
There are many fine high-end SUV touches such as 20-inch rims, LED headlights, chrome accents and carbon fiber ceramic brakes — but all of it pales in comparison with the engine. Previewed in Audi's R8 concept, the monstrous V12 cranks out 500 horsepower, allowing the Q7 TDI to go from zero to 60 mph in 5.5 seconds and top out at 155 mph. Audi describes the engine's output as "sheer inexhaustible power."
The Q7 TDI's engine is closely related to the 650-hp version in the R10 TDI that led Audi to victory in the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Surprising for a V12 this powerful, it averages 19 mpg in the Q7.
Audi has not forgotten the Q7 is an SUV and fits a sporty adaptive air suspension system, aluminum wishbones and axles and 8 inches of ground clearance — and of course the Quattro drive system distributes power to the front and back in a 40:60 ratio for "maximum agility and driving enjoyment."
What this means to you: The current king of the speedy SUVs — until Lamborghini brings a new one onto the market. — Paul Tassi, Correspondent
There are many fine high-end SUV touches such as 20-inch rims, LED headlights, chrome accents and carbon fiber ceramic brakes — but all of it pales in comparison with the engine. Previewed in Audi's R8 concept, the monstrous V12 cranks out 500 horsepower, allowing the Q7 TDI to go from zero to 60 mph in 5.5 seconds and top out at 155 mph. Audi describes the engine's output as "sheer inexhaustible power."
The Q7 TDI's engine is closely related to the 650-hp version in the R10 TDI that led Audi to victory in the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Surprising for a V12 this powerful, it averages 19 mpg in the Q7.
Audi has not forgotten the Q7 is an SUV and fits a sporty adaptive air suspension system, aluminum wishbones and axles and 8 inches of ground clearance — and of course the Quattro drive system distributes power to the front and back in a 40:60 ratio for "maximum agility and driving enjoyment."
What this means to you: The current king of the speedy SUVs — until Lamborghini brings a new one onto the market. — Paul Tassi, Correspondent
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