Audi Revamps Q7 SUV With Powerful RS V8 for 2027 Launch

WHO:

Ars Technica - Audi is the manufacturer of the Q7 SUV.

Motor1.com - The Q7 and SQ7 are part of Audi's SUV lineup.

WHAT:

Motor1.com - The 2027 Audi Q7 features a twin-turbocharged 2.9-liter V6 engine producing 429 horsepower and 442 pound-feet of torque.

Motor1.com - The SQ7 variant has a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 engine delivering 591 horsepower and 590 pound-feet of torque.

Motor1.com - The Q7 can accelerate from 0-60 mph in 4.8 seconds, while the SQ7 can do it in 3.7 seconds.

Motor1.com - Both models are equipped with an eight-speed Tiptronic gearbox and Quattro all-wheel drive.

Motor1.com - The SQ7 can tow up to 7,700 pounds with the optional Audi towing package, the same as the Q7 when properly equipped.

Motor1.com - The Q7 features US-spec adaptive Digital Matrix LED headlights and advanced lighting technology.

Motor1.com - The redesigned cabin includes higher-end materials, smarter technology, and options for six or seven-passenger seating.

WHERE:

Motor1.com - The Q7 and SQ7 will be built at Audi’s plant in Bratislava.

WHEN:

Motor1.com - The 2027 Audi Q7 and SQ7 are expected to start arriving at dealer lots in the fourth quarter of 2026.

HOW:

Motor1.com - The Q7's lighting technology allows for high beams to be used without glare for oncoming motorists, enhancing forward visibility.

Motor1.com - The interior features Qi wireless chargers that utilize MagSafe technology to keep devices connected while charging.

(UPDATED June 9, 2026 19:45 UTC)

Audi is set to introduce the 2027 Q7 and SQ7, both of which will be manufactured at their plant in Bratislava and are expected to arrive at dealer lots in the fourth quarter of 2026. The Q7 boasts a twin-turbocharged 2.9-liter V6 engine with 429 horsepower, while the SQ7 features a more powerful twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 engine delivering 591 horsepower, allowing the SQ7 to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.7 seconds. Both models come equipped with advanced lighting technology, including US-spec adaptive Digital Matrix LED headlights, and a redesigned interior that offers premium materials and options for six or seven-passenger seating.