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Audi Q7 4x4 4.2 V8 SE 5dr

For SE trim combined with 4.2-litre V8 makes for a rapid, but relatively discreet big 4x4. More sporting than its Range Rover rival

Against Fuel consumption is undoubtedly an issue, meaning painful and frequent fill ups. More ‘new money’ than its established rivals

What Car? says

3 out of 5 stars

Great engine, great transmission but painful fuel bills. Diesel alternatives make much more sense, but the V8 petrol is a desirable choice if you can afford to run it

Key facts

0–60mph: 7.4 secs
Top speed: 154 mph
Average mpg: 22.2
Tank range: 488 miles

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Cheaper

4x4 3.0 V6 TDI 5dr
£39,815
4x4 3.6 V6 5dr
£39,915
4x4 3.0 V6 TDI Clean Diesel 5dr
£41,345
4x4 3.0 V6 TDI SE 5dr
£42,720
4x4 3.6 V6 SE 5dr
£42,820
4x4 3.0 V6 TDI Clean Diesel SE 5dr
£44,250
4x4 3.0 V6 TDI S Line 5dr
£44,345
4x4 3.6 V6 S Line 5dr
£44,445
4x4 3.0 V6 TDI Clean Diesel S Line 5dr
£45,875
4x4 4.2 V8 SE 5dr
£50,475
4x4 4.2 V8 TDI SE 5dr
£52,085
4x4 4.2 V8 S Line 5dr
£52,100
4x4 4.2 V8 TDI S Line 5dr
£53,710
4x4 6.0 V12 TDI 5dr
£94,850

More expensive

4x4 3.0 V6 TDI 5dr
£39,815
4x4 3.6 V6 5dr
£39,915
4x4 3.0 V6 TDI Clean Diesel 5dr
£41,345
4x4 3.0 V6 TDI SE 5dr
£42,720
4x4 3.6 V6 SE 5dr
£42,820
4x4 3.0 V6 TDI Clean Diesel SE 5dr
£44,250
4x4 3.0 V6 TDI S Line 5dr
£44,345
4x4 3.6 V6 S Line 5dr
£44,445
4x4 3.0 V6 TDI Clean Diesel S Line 5dr
£45,875
4x4 4.2 V8 SE 5dr
£50,475
4x4 4.2 V8 TDI SE 5dr
£52,085
4x4 4.2 V8 S Line 5dr
£52,100
4x4 4.2 V8 TDI S Line 5dr
£53,710
4x4 6.0 V12 TDI 5dr
£94,850

The Audi Q7 4x4 full review Read in full

Performance
4 out of 5 stars
Quick and effortless pace from all engines
Ride & Handling
4 out of 5 stars
Fine body contol, firm low-speed ride
Refinement
3 out of 5 stars
Some road noise; little engine or wind noise
Buying & Owning
3 out of 5 stars
Not great residuals; dear to run
Quality & Reliability
3 out of 5 stars
Typical quality; reliability record not great
Safety & Security
4 out of 5 stars
Generous kit in both respects
Behind The Wheel
3 out of 5 stars
Great driving position; poor rear vision
Space & Practicality
4 out of 5 stars
Seven seats and lots of space
Equipment
4 out of 5 stars
No need to spend much on extras

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Buyer's notes

Target Price team says:

If you have your heart set on a Q7, you have plenty of choices to make. Not least the colour – there's a palette of around eight to choose from, but if none of those tickle your fancy, Audi's paint shop will recreate any colour you choose. For a price, that is.

Then there's your choice of engine. We'd recommend the 3.0 TDI because it provides enough power and the most sensible running costs. The Clean Diesel version is fine if you have a genuine environmental conscience, but if your decision to go green is a financial one, leave it be – it won't save you anything in company car tax. All the other engines are strong, but running costs start to get beyond a joke, especially if you go for a petrol.

Trim-wise, we'd stick with the standard Q7. SE cars are a little posher and S line a little sportier, but the standard car comes with everything you really need.