“Great new technologies. Drive assist feature is helpful especially when driving a relatively big vehicle. Safe features are important especially with children in car seats. The third row isn't as spacious as we thought it would be”
2017 Audi Q7: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2017 Audi Q7 is a new 252-hp turbocharged four-cylinder engine, offered in new 2.0T Premium and Premium Plus trims. The body, cabin layout, safety foundation, and 3.0T V6 models are otherwise largely unchanged from 2016.
About the 2017 Audi Q7
2nd generation (4M), second U.S. model year.
Audi positions the Q7 as a premium three-row SUV that blends family space with a more athletic, car-like driving feel than many rivals. Its core appeal is standard quattro all-wheel drive, seating for up to seven, a quiet upscale cabin, and strong emphasis on technology and safety. Compared with other midsize luxury SUVs, the Q7 leans heavily on clean design, a modern interior, and a more nimble, less truck-like personality.
The 2017 Q7 ranges from well-equipped Premium models to the technology-focused Prestige, and every version has seven seats and all-wheel drive. Premium Plus trims add navigation, smartphone integration on the V6 model, and extra driver-awareness features, while the 3.0T Prestige stands out with a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, head-up display, surround-view cameras, and ventilated front seats.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
A 252-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder joins the lineup in new 2.0T Premium and 2.0T Premium Plus trims. It uses an eight-speed automatic and retains standard all-wheel drive; the 333-hp supercharged 3.0-liter V6 carries over.
2017 Audi Q7 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | V6, Sprchrgd, 3.0L | V6, Sprchrgd, 3.0L | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 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 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 20 mpg | 19 mpg | 19 mpg | 20 mpg | 19 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 25 mpg | 25 mpg | 25 mpg | 25 mpg | 25 mpg |
| Horsepower | 252 hp | 333 hp | 333 hp | 252 hp | 333 hp |
| Torque | 273 lb-ft | 325 lb-ft | 325 lb-ft | 273 lb-ft | 325 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 4400 lb | 4400 lb | 4400 lb | 4400 lb | 4400 lb |
| Rear Legroom | 29.2 in | 29.2 in | 29.2 in | 29.2 in | 29.2 in |
| Seats | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||||
| Alarm System | |||||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | |||||
| Automatic High Beams | |||||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||||
| Active Lane Keep Assistance | |||||
| Night Vision System | |||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||
| Top View Camera | |||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | |||||
| Fog Lights | |||||
| HID Headlights | |||||
| LED Daytime Running Lights | |||||
| LED Headlights | |||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||||
| Power Close Liftgate/Trunk | |||||
| Roof Rails | |||||
| Bluetooth | |||||
| LCD Instrument Cluster | |||||
| Navigation System | |||||
| Premium Audio | |||||
| Satellite Radio | |||||
| Smartphone Interface | |||||
| USB Ports | |||||
| 4-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning | |||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | |||||
| Leather Seats | |||||
| Massage Front Seat | |||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||||
| Rear Window Shades | |||||
| Third Row Seat | |||||
| Tri-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning | |||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2017 Audi Q7?
The biggest change is the addition of a 252-hp turbocharged four-cylinder engine. It powers the new 2.0T Premium and 2.0T Premium Plus trims, while the 333-hp supercharged V6 continues in the 3.0T lineup.
Was the Audi Q7 redesigned for 2017?
No, the Q7 was not redesigned again for 2017. It is the second U.S. model year of the second-generation Q7 introduced for 2016, so its body, cabin layout, and underlying structure largely carry over.
Does the 2017 Audi Q7 2.0T still have all-wheel drive and seven seats?
Yes, every 2017 Q7 2.0T has standard all-wheel drive and seven-passenger seating. The smaller engine does not turn it into a front-wheel-drive or five-seat model.
How do the 2017 Q7 2.0T and 3.0T engines differ?
The 2.0T uses a 252-hp turbocharged four-cylinder, while the 3.0T uses a stronger 333-hp supercharged V6. Both pair with an eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive.
Did the 2017 Audi Q7 receive major safety or technology upgrades?
No, there was no lineup-wide safety or technology overhaul for 2017. Automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection remains standard, while Premium Plus and Prestige trims continue to provide the richer displays, navigation, cameras, and driver-awareness equipment.
2017 Audi Q7 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2017 Audi Q7.
4.3
2017 Audi Q7
(745 reviews)
“Great SUV. Drives very well. Nice features. I bought it mainly because it had a third row seat, but after I bought it, I found minivan would be actually better than any three row SUV.”
“Love the smooth ride, the features are so intuitive and easy to work/control.. Everything works seamlessly with my phone/technology. Love the drive assist and features such as the heated steering wheel, automatic wipers. Fun to drive and handles exceptionally well. Great in the snow. Kids love the backseat heated seats.”