2010 Audi Q7: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2010 Audi Q7's biggest change is a major mid-cycle refresh rather than a full redesign. It brings revised exterior styling, standard LED taillights, cabin updates, and a newer optional navigation system.
About the 2010 Audi Q7
1st gen Q7 (4L, 2007-2015 US); 2010 is the major mid-cycle refresh year.
Audi positioned the Q7 as a large luxury SUV that blended three-row usefulness with a more athletic, car-like feel than many traditional big SUVs. Its core appeal was standard quattro all-wheel drive, a richly finished cabin, flexible seating and cargo space, and technology that made it feel more advanced than many family-oriented rivals. For most buyers, the Q7 was the choice for seven-passenger practicality without giving up premium materials, confident all-weather traction, and Audi’s performance-minded character.
For 2010, the Q7 lineup ranges from the core 3.6-liter V6 model to a torque-rich diesel and a more powerful V8 flagship. All have seven seats and all-wheel drive, while the V8 model stands out with S line styling, a panoramic sunroof, navigation, a rearview camera, and blind-spot monitoring.
What changed, by category
2010 Audi Q7 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, 3.6 Liter | V8, 4.2 Liter | V6, Turbo Diesel, 3.0L |
| Transmission | Auto, 6-Spd OD Tiptronic | Auto, 6-Spd OD Tiptronic | Auto, 6-Spd OD Tiptronic |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Diesel |
| MPG City | 14 mpg | 13 mpg | 17 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 19 mpg | 18 mpg | 25 mpg |
| Horsepower | 280 hp | 350 hp | 225 hp |
| Torque | 266 lb-ft | 325 lb-ft | 406 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 6600 lb | 6600 lb | 6600 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 72.5 cu-ft | 72.5 cu-ft | 72.5 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 29.2 in | 29.2 in | 29.2 in |
| Seats | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||
| Alarm System | |||
| Automatic Leveling Headlights | |||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||
| Front & Rear Parking Sensors | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| HID Headlights | |||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Roof Rails | |||
| Bluetooth | |||
| Front DVD Entertainment System | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Satellite Radio | |||
| 4-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning | |||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Memory Driver's Seat | |||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||
| Rear Window Shades | |||
| Remote Start | |||
| Third Row Seat | |||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2010 Audi Q7 fully redesigned?
No. The 2010 Audi Q7 received a major mid-cycle refresh, not a full redesign. It kept the first-generation platform while gaining substantial exterior, cabin, and technology updates.
What exterior changes did the 2010 Audi Q7 receive?
The 2010 Audi Q7 gained revised front and rear styling, including a gloss-black grille, updated mirrors and lights, a new tailgate, and revised lower-body panels. LED taillights became standard on every trim.
Did the 2010 Audi Q7 get new engines?
No major engine was added for 2010. The gasoline V6, turbo-diesel V6, and V8 largely carried over, while all engines met California ULEV emissions requirements.
What technology changed in the 2010 Audi Q7?
The 2010 Audi Q7's optional navigation system moved to newer 3G MMI hardware with 3D graphics and SIRIUS Traffic. The rearview camera became optional rather than standard on the 3.0 TDI Premium and 3.6 Premium.
Did the 2010 Audi Q7 trim lineup change from 2009?
Yes. The 3.6 Quattro trim was dropped for 2010, while the 4.2 Quattro Premium gained a standard power panoramic sunroof. The diesel, gas V6 Premium, and V8 Premium models remained in the lineup.