Model Year | 2017 | 2010 | |
Model | Audi Q7 | Audi A3 | |
Engine | supercharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 333 hp@5500 325 lb-ft@2900 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 101.5 in | 16.4 in |
Length | 199.6 in | 168.7 in | 30.9 in |
Width | 77.5 in | 69.5 in | 8 in |
Height | 68.5 in | 56.0 in | 12.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4938 lb. | 3479 lb. | 1459 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 15.0 gal. | 7.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 38.1 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.5 in | 54.3 in | 5.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.2 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 36.9 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 52.8 in | 5.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 34.8 in | 4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.9 in | 0.0 in | 35.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 49.4 in | 0.0 in | 49.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.2 in | 0.0 in | 29.2 in |
Total Legroom | 109.7 in (over 3 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 33.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 1.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.5 ft3 | 13.1 | 24.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.6 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 | 17 ft3 |
2017 Audi Q7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Now that the Audi Q7's price and styling have been given their due, my other "why nots" are much less clear cut. You sit SUV-high in the new Audi Q7, even higher (if memory serves) than in the Volvo, and certainly higher than in the relatively car-like Acura. While the commanding view over traffic will appeal to many drivers, they're less likely to enjoy the Q7's high floor. The step up won't be an easy one for shorter or older drivers. They'll want running boards. For such a beamy vehicle, with about two inches more shoulder room than in the far-from-narrow Volvo XC90, the Audi Q7 has unexpectedly little stretch out room in the front seats. The culprit: an unusually high and wide center console. The XC90, with a much narrower and lower console, feels roomier--but not as sporty. see full Audi Q7 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Audi Q7.
2010 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
A lot less leg room when compared to the GTI, but the rear hatch space is bigger. see full Audi A3 review |