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2022 Audi Q7: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2022 Audi Q7 is more standard safety and convenience equipment across the lineup. It is otherwise a light update, with the same basic styling, cabin layout, and 45 and 55 engine lineup as 2021.
About the 2022 Audi Q7
2nd generation Q7 (2017-2024), third model year after the 2020 refresh.
Audi positions the Q7 as its three-row luxury SUV for families who want real passenger and cargo space without giving up a premium cabin or a composed, confident driving feel. The big draw is the blend of seven-seat usefulness, upscale interior design, towing ability, and Audi-style road manners. Compared with softer-feeling rivals, the Q7’s identity is a practical family SUV that still feels polished and engaging from behind the wheel.
The 2022 Q7 is a three-row luxury SUV with standard all-wheel drive, a digital instrument panel, and two touchscreens. The 45 models use a turbo four-cylinder, while the 55 models pair a stronger turbo V6 with a mild-hybrid system. Premium Plus emphasizes driver assistance, upgraded audio, and a surround-view camera, while Prestige adds features such as a head-up display, upgraded LED headlights, quieter front side glass, and soft-closing doors.
What changed, by category
Safety
Rear-side airbags become standard across the lineup. Premium Plus trims also make adaptive cruise assist with traffic-jam support and lane-keeping assist with emergency assist standard.
Tech
Ambient interior lighting, heated power-folding exterior mirrors with memory, and a direct tire-pressure readout become standard across the lineup.
2022 Audi Q7 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | V6, MHEV, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | V6, MHEV, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | V6, MHEV, Turbo, 3.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd & Tiptronic | Automatic, 8-Spd & Tiptronic | Automatic, 8-Spd & Tiptronic | Automatic, 8-Spd & Tiptronic | Automatic, 8-Spd & Tiptronic |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 20 mpg | 18 mpg | 18 mpg | 20 mpg | 18 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 25 mpg | 23 mpg | 23 mpg | 25 mpg | 23 mpg |
| Horsepower | 248 hp | 248 hp | |||
| Torque | 273 lb-ft | 273 lb-ft | |||
| Max Towing | 4400 lb | 7700 lb | 7700 lb | 4400 lb | 7700 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 | |||||
| Automatic High Beams | |||||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||||
| Cruise Control | |||||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||||
| Active Lane Keep Assistance | |||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||
| Top View Camera | |||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||
| LED Headlights | |||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||||
| Rear Spoiler | |||||
| Roof Rails | |||||
| Navigation System | |||||
| Premium Audio | |||||
| Smartphone Interface | |||||
| 4-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning | |||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||
| Heated Rear Seats | |||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||||
| Leather Seats | |||||
| Memory Front Seats | |||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||||
| Rear Window Shades | |||||
| Remote Start | |||||
| Third Row Seat | |||||
| Tri-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning | |||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2022 Audi Q7 a redesign?
No. The 2022 Audi Q7 remains part of the second generation and carries over the basic styling, cabin layout, and engine lineup from 2021. Its main updates are added standard safety and convenience equipment.
What became standard on every 2022 Audi Q7?
Every 2022 Audi Q7 gains standard rear-side airbags, ambient interior lighting, heated power-folding exterior mirrors with memory, and a direct tire-pressure readout.
Is adaptive cruise control standard on the 2022 Audi Q7?
Adaptive cruise assist is standard on the 2022 Q7 Premium Plus trims, where it includes traffic-jam support. It is not identified as a new standard feature on the Premium trim.
Did the 2022 Audi Q7 engines change from 2021?
No. The 2022 Q7 keeps the same basic two-engine lineup: a turbo four-cylinder in 45 models and a turbo V6 with a mild-hybrid system in 55 models. Both use all-wheel drive.
Is the 2022 Audi Q7 meaningfully different from the 2021 model?
The difference is modest. The 2022 model adds useful standard equipment, with the most meaningful upgrade on Premium Plus trims because adaptive cruise assist and lane-keeping assist become standard. The design and engine choices otherwise carry over.
2022 Audi Q7 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2022 Audi Q7.
4.2
2022 Audi Q7
(234 reviews)
“The Audi Q7 is beautiful and offers a very smooth ride. My ONLY complaint is the major lack of storage space and the tiny cup holders. Plus there are ash trays in the back seat doors which is completely outdated. Wish there were more storage compartments, a place to hang my phone, a larger cup holders that hold normal sized cups and bottles.”
“Love everything about the Q7, except for the entertainment/HVAC system, specifically around user management. In my professional opinion (as someone who runs a technology organization, including user facing designs) it is absolute, utter, and complete trash. Despite being a borderline Audi fanboy, I may not buy another Audi unless it's improved.”