Audi's long-awaited Q7 SUV will make its Australian debut at the 2005 Australian International Motor Show on 13 October 2005 just weeks after its international unveiling in Frankfurt.
Audi's new Q7 is the company's first large, upright SUV model which combines sportiness and versatility with sophisticated technology and effortless luxury. It is expected to significantly boost sales for the company in Australia following its September 2006 introduction.
Following its premiere at the 2005 Australian International Motor Show, the Q7 will embark on a packed schedule of international appearances as the vehicle is shown throughout the world, however its launch in Sydney in October will be the first time the vehicle is seen in the metal outside Europe.
When the Q7 is launched locally, two engines will be available including the company's exceptional V6 3.0 TDI powerplant and a high-performance V8 4.2 FSI petrol engine.
On the road the Q7 excels with the performance and driving dynamics of a sports car and its off-road capabilities are excellent in its category. Outwardly, the Q7 makes no secret of its dynamic qualities, whilst under the bonnet it has the technology to match – on any road and in all conditions.
Significantly, the Audi Q7 in its guise as the 'new performance SUV' from the creator of quattro, will be unveiled during the company's 25th Anniversary of quattro technology.
From a design standpoint, the Audi Q7 sets new trends. Characteristic Audi dynamism is reflected in the broad curve of the roof line and the distinctive high body surface in relation to the flat window area. The dynamic sweep of the front section and the powerful rear end with its sharply sloping D-posts fashion a coupé-like silhouette.
Equally typical of the current Audi formal idiom are the shoulder line and dynamic line, which define the side section. The paintwork option of two contrasting body colours creates a particularly striking look.
With a length of 5,086 millimetres and a wheelbase of exactly 3,002 millimetres (width: 1,983 mm / height 1,737 mm), the Q7 takes the lead in the SUV contest.
Occupants will benefit from the comfort of incomparable spaciousness and a new dimension in versatility with no less than 28 seating and loading configurations possible in the Q7. Up to seven occupants can be accommodated in three rows of seats.