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2007 Audi Q7 4.2 quattro Featuring Uncompromised SUV Performance, Luxury and Technology Priced at $49,900



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LOS ANGELES - With the North American debut of the 2007 Audi Q7 performance SUV at the Los Angeles Auto Show, Audi announced pricing for the Q7 4.2 quattro model starting at an MSRP of $49,900 (not including $720 destination charge).

“The all-new Q7 is truly making the impossible possible in the luxury SUV segment,” said Johan de Nysschen, Executive Vice President, Audi of America. “Its combination of dynamic performance, versatility, innovative technology and luxurious appointments is unparalleled.”

The 2007 Audi Q7 4.2 quattro is equipped with a 4.2-liter V8 FSI engine with gasoline direct injection technology producing 350 horsepower. A six-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission and the latest generation of quattro all-wheel drive confidently sends the power to the ground. Power delivery is now split 42:58 front to rear under normal driving conditions, adding to the dynamic handling capabilities of the Q7.

As with all Audi models, the 2007 Q7 4.2 quattro has no shortage of standard luxury features. Such items as automatic Adaptive Bi-Xenon headlights, seven-passenger seating covered in leather seating surfaces, power tailgate, Audi’s intuitive MMI system, automatic dual-zone climate control, 18-inch alloy wheels, 5,500 pound towing capacity, cruise control, and keyless entry are only the beginning of the impressive list of standard features.

The Q7 4.2 quattro has an extensive list of luxurious and technologically advanced options as well. A cold weather package with heated front and second row seats, and heated steering wheel, lists for $850. A $2,400 technology package consists of a rearview camera with rear acoustic parking system, Audi side assist that monitors the vehicles blind spots, Advanced key keyless entry and vehicle start system, and voice control.

Stand alone options on the Q7 4.2 quattro include 3-panel Panorama sunroof, 19 or 20-inch alloy wheels, 4-zone automatic climate control including rear control panel, upgraded 6,600 pound towing capacity, satellite radio, and DVD navigation. Sold order options include, adaptive air suspension, Audi’s latest generation of adaptive cruise control (delayed introduction) and Audi side assist.

The Q7 4.2 quattro has the standard plethora of safety equipment that you will find across the entire Audi model line up. Dual front and front side airbags, Sideguard curtain airbags that protect occupants in all three rows, anti-lock disc brakes at all four corners, Electronic Stability Program with roll-over sensing capability, and pre-tensioning three-point seatbelts for all seven passengers are all standard. Rear side airbags are optional.


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the american market is really getting a good deal in terms of pricing. 49k USD is about what i paid for the t-reg V6 in 04.

Ya, that's a bit odd, I wonder what they will do with Touareg pricing in the U.S. once the Q7 is released.

waitttttttt.........49,500 starting or with everthing?

it says right in the article. Q7 4.2 quattro model starting at an MSRP of $49,900

Expect a fully loaded 4.2 Q7 to cost around $60,000 (including destination charge). That seams about right for its class, and properly positioned a bit above the already premium quality VW.

As with Audi's other models, the Q7 is definitly a good deal when compared to a similarly powered BMW or Porsche .

Damn, that's cheap!!

Holy crap! That's cheap indeed! Competitors better watch thier back! Great performance, luxury, quality, QUATTRO... for 50k!!! Damn!

2007 Audi Q7 Updates and Pricing
Jan 4, 2006

While the 2007 Audi Q7 is making its North American debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show, the performance SUV will not be arriving in showrooms until early June. As such, changes are still being made with regards to the final North American specifications. Listed below are the most recent U.S. Specification updates.

- Q7 4.2 quattro is announced with an MSRP of $49,900 (plus $720 destination)

- Q7 4.2 quattro comes standard with a direct gasoline injection 4.2l V8 engine producing 350hp and 325 lb-ft. of torque

- Standard Q7 towing capacity is 5,500 lbs. (ed note: the Touareg is 7,000 - wonder why the Q7 is so much less) Optional towing package increases capacity to 6,600lbs.

- Adaptive Cruise Control Plus system can control vehicle distance and cruising speed between 0-90mph.

- Seven-passenger seating is standard on Q7 4.2, optional on V6 models

- Q7 offers best-in-class cargo volume with third-row seats folded at 27.4 cu.ft.

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I predict huge sale numbers in the US market.