Audi Philippines is starting the year — and its 20th anniversary celebrations — with the introduction of the new Audi Q7 and Q8 full-size luxury SUVs. Distinguishing the largest SUVs in Audi’s combustion engine model range are striking design details, advanced lighting and digital operating systems, and an even more extensive list of premium features.
“As we mark our 20th year of delivering Audi models and services that befit the progressive status of the brand, we are launching the new Audi Q7 and Q8 to represent the start of Audi’s bold product offensive this year. The introduction of these models yet again demonstrates our unwavering commitment to continuously provide consumers with vehicles that come in a diverse selection of powertrain options, distinct performance characteristics, and innovative features unmatched by any other brand in the domestic premium segment,” says Benedicto Coyiuto, Audi Philippines Head.
The enhancements received by the new Audi Q7 and Q8 complement the models’ powerful but highly efficient powertrains, renowned quattro all-wheel drive systems, and luxurious cabin features. Plus, the two full-size SUV models ensure dynamic performance and utmost comfort as afforded by their adaptive air suspension systems.
The new Audi Q7: Innovative luxury with 7-seat versatility
The latest version of the Audi Q7 is extensively redesigned and offers innovative lighting systems, first-class versatility, and generous space for up to seven passengers and their luggage. New 20-inch cast aluminum wheels in 5-spoke twin design, exterior colors, and cabin trim that includes matte brushed aluminum inlays afford the new model an even higher level of premium identity. Emphasizing the changes are the Black Styling package, which gives the model a sportier character, and the new 2D-look Audi rings logo in Polar White.
An all-rounder combining prestige with everyday practicality, the new Q7 has generous headroom and elbow room in both the front and back seats. The length and back rest angle of all three rear seats can be individually adjusted, and these have enough space for child seats to be fitted. The third row is comprised of two more seats, both of which can fold electrically to accommodate more luggage. The luggage compartment offers top-class volume whether the third-row seats are put up or folded down. An electrically powered tailgate can be activated by swipe gesture.
In its latest version, the Q7 flaunts plenty of premium items. Among these are the updated Audi virtual cockpit and MMI system, a Bang & Olufsen premium audio system, four-zone air-conditioning with the air quality package, and the ambient LED interior lighting package plus that offers an endless palette of color options.
The new Q7 beams with high-intensity Matrix LED headlights with dynamic turn signals, their functions identified by a fresh design. The daytime running lights are placed higher in the vehicle’s front end, making the Q7 appear wider and more assertive. The LED rear lights plus illuminate with improved clarity and contrast, and underline the aesthetic changes at the back.
The largest and most versatile model in Audi’s SUV lineup communicates the brand’s modern design language. Its unmistakable Audi Singleframe grille is now defined by octagonal patterns arranged by vertical inlays. The new interplay between the Singleframe’s contours and the headlights creates a completely new front-end architecture clearly emphasizing the powerful appearance of the new Q7.
Among the Q7’s fresh details are the new prominent air intakes neatly integrated into the latest model’s design. Special touches to parts of the front bumper, door trim, and diffuser, along with redesigned tailpipes, elevate the new Q7’s styling.
Powering the new Q7 is a turbocharged 3.0-liter 6-cylinder TFSI gasoline engine delivering 340 hp and 500 Nm of torque. It is combined with an 8-speed tiptronic transmission that sends output to Audi’s renowned quattro permanent all-wheel drive system. This enables the Q7 to reach 100 km/h from a standstill in only 5.6 seconds. Top speed is electronically governed at 250 km/h.
The quattro drivetrain guarantees power is delivered to the axle with the best traction available, resulting in consistently stable performance over any surface.
Further ensuring this is the new Q7’s adaptive air suspension with controlled damping, which now delivers an even more comfortable ride. It keeps the vehicle level even while it is cornering, accelerating, or braking hard. And, depending on the mode preferred through the Audi drive select function, the system can make the luxury SUV handle more firmly in spirited driving, or ride quite comfortably while cruising.
The new Audi Q8: Expressive design meets innovative technologies
In the new Audi Q8 SUV coupe, the cutting-edge lighting system is matched by equipment, color choices, and design elements that bring the model to the top of the luxury SUV segment.
Audi reduced the decorative elements in the new Q8. The brand’s signature Singleframe grille remains upright and made bolder by octagon patterns with vertical inlays. More prominent air intakes polish the front-end design while aiding performance. The S line Exterior Package combined with the Black Styling package transform the look of the new Q8 through an array of gloss-black pieces. Continuing the dark theme are 21-inch cast aluminum wheels in 5-V spoke design finished in graphite gray.
Embellishing the new Q8’s high-gloss black B-pillar are the model’s name and variant. At the rear, an exhaust system with distinct tailpipes and a light strip spanning the entire width of the vehicle are defining additions.
The new Q8’s Matrix LED headlamps with dynamic turn signals provide a crisp design touch. Now placed higher in the vehicle’s front, the daytime running lights make the new Q8 look wider, and also create a visual link between the headlights and the Singleframe.
Articulating Audi’s new and modern corporate identity on the latest Q8 are the two-dimensional rings comprising the brand logo. Instead of a chrome finish, the four rings come in Polar White set against a black background.
Audi has further refined the equipment range for the new Q8. Among the vast collection of items are the enhanced Audi virtual cockpit and MMI touch response system, cabin trim in silver gray with diamond finish inlays, a Bang & Olufsen premium audio system, the multi-configurable ambient LED interior lighting package plus, extended interior elements in leather, seats wrapped in a combination of perforated Valcona leather and Cricket leather, four-zone automatic air-conditioning with the air quality package, and illuminated S line door sills with aluminum inserts.
The new Q8 is powered by a 3.0-liter turbocharged TFSI V6 gasoline engine producing 340 hp and 500 Nm of torque, letting the vehicle accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.6 seconds and reach a governed top speed of 250 km/h.
Mated to the engine is an 8-speed tiptronic transmission that responds accordingly to the power it receives, driver inputs, and the mode chosen in Audi drive select. It sends the engine’s output to Audi’s renowned quattro permanent all-wheel drive system. The quattro drivetrain guarantees power is delivered to the axle with the best traction available, resulting in consistently stable performance over any surface.
The new Q8’s electronically controlled air suspension system with continuously adaptive damping complements the capabilities of the engine, transmission, and quattro all-wheel drive. It instantaneously keeps the vehicle level even while it is cornering, accelerating, or braking hard. It also makes the new Q8 ride comfortably by absorbing impacts, cushioning the SUV’s occupants against bad pavements.
Together, the new Q8’s powertrain, drive system, steering, and suspension sum up the DNA of the Audi’s performance characteristics — only an Audi drives like an Audi.
