Used Audi Q7 2006-2015 reliability

Generally, the Audi Q7 is proving to be reliable, with only one or two common issues. This huge SUV has a reputation for getting through a set of front tyres in under 7000 miles and in some cases as little as 5000 miles.

In most cases, the outside edges wear substantially faster than any other area. The exact cause isn't clear, and Audi has been known to contribute to the cost of replacement rubber on newer cars.

Keeping a close eye on tyre pressures appears to be a key factor in minimising wear, along with ensuring the tracking is checked on a regular basis.

Other small electrical and engine faults have cropped up, but nothing consistent. A recall was issued in 2007 to cover a fault with the electrically powered tailgate.

As is the case with any off-roader, no matter how soft, you should always check the underside of the car for any damage.

Recalls were relatively few given the Q7's long life. Recalls have been issued for the following though -

It has been identified that the power-operated tailgate may close abruptly and unexpectedly following opening using the power function.

On affected vehicles engine oil may in isolated instances enter the brake servo via the vacuum feed line. This may cause the brake servo diaphragm to rupture and loss of brake servo assistance.

Check with your local Audi dealer that all remedial work has been carried ot.

This earlier version of the Q7 didn't feature in our most recent What Car? Reliability Survey, but the second-generation version did.

Our latest reliability data shows the Q7 to be a dependable used car; it received a rating of 92.8% and finished second in the luxury SUV class out of a field of nine cars.

Audi, as a brand, came 26th out of 32 manufacturers in the same survey, which isn't especially good.