Audi Q7 Facelift India Launch on November 28: Here's What to Expect

Audi updated the Q7 luxury SUV for the global market in January last year, with revised styling and more features. It has now been confirmed that the model in question will be launched in India on November 28, 2024. The global-spec model gets three engine options – a 3.0-litre turbo-diesel V6 (in two configurations – 228bhp and 282bhp), a 335bhp 3.0-litre turbo-petrol V6, and a 500bhp 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged petrol V8. The latter reaches 100km/h in a claimed time of 4.1 seconds before topping out at 250km/h. However, the India-spec Audi Q7 facelift is expected to retain a turbo-petrol V6, rated at 335bhp and 500Nm of peak torque in the existing iteration. The engine will likely be mated to an 8-speed automatic gearbox and all-wheel-drive tech. A 48V mild-hybrid system is also on the cards. 

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Audi Q7 Facelift: Exterior

Audi offers an octagonal grille (with new inserts) and Matrix LED headlamps with LED daytime running lamps sitting above them for the international market. Both front and rear bumpers have been updated, along with a central air intake. In profile, the vehicle features freshly designed alloy wheels, ranging from 20 to 22 inches. The rear end gets OLED taillamps with 4 different light signatures. It remains to be seen how Audi would spec the Q7 facelift for India. Three new exterior paint finishes will likely be offered – Ascari Blue, Sakhir Gold, and Chili Red.

Audi Q7 Facelift: Interior

Inside, the Q7 Facelift will likely feature a dashboard design and layout similar to the previous model, but we expect new upholstery options and an upgraded touchscreen infotainment with Spotify and Amazon Music support. A 19-speaker Bang and Olufsen sound system, ambient lighting, powered front seats, four-zone climate control, and an electronically foldable third row will likely continue. Safety-wise, the car may come with electronic stability control, a 360-degree parking camera, eight airbags, ABS with EBD, and an updated ADAS (advanced driver assistance systems) suite. 

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Audi India currently retails the Q7 at a starting price of Rs 88.60 lakh. The upcoming model is expected to command a premium over this price. Upon launch, it will go against the BMW X5 and the Mercedes-Benz GLE.