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They can pretend that TDI engines weren't great all they want, but Audi would love nothing better than to sell you diesel luxury cars in the US. However, about a quarter of its sales have been wiped, and the company is now thinking about alternative products.
The 2017MY Q7 sold in America will soon be offered with a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-pot making 252 horsepower and 273 pound-feet of torque (370Nm). That's the standard engine from the new Q5, the one they make in Mexico.
The powertrain will be available from $49,950 and will include a standard 8-speed automatic gearbox and quattro all-wheel drive. For the record, that's $4,850 cheaper than the V6 model.
Audi boasts that it's an excellent powertrain. Enhancements to the exhaust manifold integration, improvements to the Audi valvelift system and the use of innovative thermal management, all help to reduce fuel consumption and improve overall engine efficiency.
Being rated at 22 mpg combined, the 2.0T gets just one more mile per gallon than its big brother. However, when the EPA numbers arrive, we expect slight improvements around town. Crucially, it's tied with the AWD version of the 2016 Volvo XC90, which has become quite popular. A Cadillac Escalade gets 14 mpg combined with its 6.2-liter V8. But with gas being cheap, is that such a big problem?
Those seeking a little bit more equipment can opt for the Premium Plus ($53,000) model and also pick from a multitude of options. However, the 333 horsepower V6 model lets you go up to the Prestige trim, which comes standard with full LED headlights, four-zone climate control, 12-way power seats and an upgraded stereo. Because Volvo only sells a 2-liter in their XC90, you won't have such problems with the trim.
While the exterior redesign of the second-generation Q7 is subtle, the SUV has shed several hundred pounds. That allows the use of smaller engines. We expect the 2.0 TFSI to weigh around 5,000 lbs. The tow rating has gone down by about a third compared to the V6. But at 4,400lbs, it's still up to most jobs.
The powertrain will be available from $49,950 and will include a standard 8-speed automatic gearbox and quattro all-wheel drive. For the record, that's $4,850 cheaper than the V6 model.
Audi boasts that it's an excellent powertrain. Enhancements to the exhaust manifold integration, improvements to the Audi valvelift system and the use of innovative thermal management, all help to reduce fuel consumption and improve overall engine efficiency.
Being rated at 22 mpg combined, the 2.0T gets just one more mile per gallon than its big brother. However, when the EPA numbers arrive, we expect slight improvements around town. Crucially, it's tied with the AWD version of the 2016 Volvo XC90, which has become quite popular. A Cadillac Escalade gets 14 mpg combined with its 6.2-liter V8. But with gas being cheap, is that such a big problem?
Those seeking a little bit more equipment can opt for the Premium Plus ($53,000) model and also pick from a multitude of options. However, the 333 horsepower V6 model lets you go up to the Prestige trim, which comes standard with full LED headlights, four-zone climate control, 12-way power seats and an upgraded stereo. Because Volvo only sells a 2-liter in their XC90, you won't have such problems with the trim.
While the exterior redesign of the second-generation Q7 is subtle, the SUV has shed several hundred pounds. That allows the use of smaller engines. We expect the 2.0 TFSI to weigh around 5,000 lbs. The tow rating has gone down by about a third compared to the V6. But at 4,400lbs, it's still up to most jobs.
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