“Again, I have been caught off guard by the comments from my coworkers that they are surprised my 2015 Q7 does not have a backup camera. This is the only negative on my 2nd Q7 - the SUV I truly feel is timeless in its styling and great to drive.”
2015 Audi Q7: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2015 Audi Q7 received a light mid-cycle update led by body-color lower-body trim and added chrome accents across the lineup. Most of the SUV carried over, while upper trims gained more standard safety and camera equipment.
About the 2015 Audi Q7
1st gen (2007-2015 U.S. model run), final year of this body style in the U.S.
Audi positions the Q7 as a premium family SUV that blends three-row usefulness with a more polished, carlike feel than truck-based rivals. The emphasis is on quiet highway comfort, upscale cabin materials, strong V6 power, and standard quattro all-wheel drive rather than hardcore off-road use. For many buyers, the Q7’s draw is simple: seven-passenger flexibility with Audi design, solid road manners, and available diesel torque for long-distance driving.
The 2015 Q7 remained a seven-seat luxury SUV with standard all-wheel drive and either a supercharged gas V6 or a turbo-diesel V6. Premium Plus trims emphasized everyday upgrades such as navigation, Bose audio, and a panoramic sunroof, while Prestige models added features including ventilated front seats, four-zone climate control, and a corner-view camera system.
What changed, by category
Styling
The lower body gained a body-color finish with added chrome accents across the lineup. Audi also introduced Offroad Style Plus, Sport Style Plus, and Luxury packages.
Safety
Blind spot monitoring became standard on gas and diesel Premium Plus trims. The corner-view camera system became standard on the 3.0T S line Prestige and TDI Prestige.
2015 Audi Q7 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, Turbo Dsl, 3.0L | V6, Sprchrgd, 3.0L | V6, Turbo Dsl, 3.0L | V6, Turbo Dsl, 3.0L | V6, Sprchrgd, 3.0L | V6, Sprchrgd, 3.0L |
| Transmission | Auto, 8-Spd Tiptronic | Auto, 8-Spd Tiptronic | Auto, 8-Spd Tiptronic | Auto, 8-Spd Tiptronic | Auto, 8-Spd Tiptronic | Auto, 8-Spd Tiptronic |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gas | Diesel | Diesel | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 19 mpg | 16 mpg | 19 mpg | 19 mpg | 16 mpg | 16 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 27 mpg | 22 mpg | 27 mpg | 27 mpg | 22 mpg | 22 mpg |
| Horsepower | 240 hp | 280 hp | 240 hp | 240 hp | 280 hp | 333 hp |
| Torque | 406 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft | 406 lb-ft | 406 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft | 325 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 6600 lb | 6600 lb | 6600 lb | 6600 lb | 6600 lb | 6600 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 72.5 cu-ft | 72.5 cu-ft | 72.5 cu-ft | 72.5 cu-ft | 72.5 cu-ft | 72.5 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 29.2 in | 29.2 in | 29.2 in | 29.2 in | 29.2 in | 29.2 in |
| Seats | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Headlights | ||||||
| Alarm System | ||||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||||
| Front & Rear Parking Sensors | ||||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||||
| 360 Camera | ||||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | ||||||
| Fog Lights | ||||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | ||||||
| Roof Rails | ||||||
| Side Steps | ||||||
| Navigation System | ||||||
| Premium Audio | ||||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||||
| Subwoofer | ||||||
| 4-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning | ||||||
| Aluminum Interior Trim | ||||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||||
| Leather Seats | ||||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||||
| Rear Window Shades | ||||||
| Third Row Seat | ||||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2015 Audi Q7 redesigned?
No. The 2015 Audi Q7 was a light update to the existing first-generation SUV, not a full redesign. It was the final U.S. model year for this body style.
What is the biggest change to the 2015 Audi Q7?
The biggest change is the exterior finish. Every 2015 Q7 received body-color lower-body trim with added chrome accents, giving it a more unified appearance than the 2014 model.
Did the 2015 Audi Q7 get different engines?
No. The gas and diesel V6 engines carried over, along with the eight-speed automatic transmission and standard all-wheel drive.
Which 2015 Audi Q7 trims have standard blind spot monitoring?
Blind spot monitoring is standard on the 2015 3.0T Premium Plus and TDI Premium Plus. It had been optional on those trims for 2014.
Which 2015 Audi Q7 trims gained a standard corner-view camera?
The corner-view camera system became standard on the 2015 3.0T S line Prestige and TDI Prestige. It had been optional on those trims for 2014.
2015 Audi Q7 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2015 Audi Q7.
4.3
2015 Audi Q7
(178 reviews)
“I owned a BlueTec Mercedes before and the garage opener was operational after the engine was turned off. I would have liked to see that feature in my new Audi. Also, I have my radar detector plugged into the cigarette lighter and it stays on after the engine is turned off. I've been told that it does turn off after some minutes. Would be more logical if it turned off with engine shut off.”
“Brakes squeal at low-speed braking. This is a known issue by the manufacturer to the point they have a pamphlet on it. There has been no introduction of a new brake pad for the Q7, rather it seems it is something the driver has to deal with.”