Audi Q7 Review
2017-2023
The second-generation Audi Q7 (4M Series) is a flagship 7-seater luxury SUV in Kenya. Built on Volkswagen Group's prestigious MLB Evo platform (shared with the Porsche Cayenne and Bentley Bentayga), the Q7 combines three-row leather seating with adaptive air suspension (210 mm–245 mm ground clearance), Virtual Cockpit display, and powerful 2.0L TFSI or 3.0L V6 engines. Flagship 7-seater luxury SUV with commanding presence.
*This score is awarded by our team of expert reviewers after extensive testing of the car
What’s good
- Adaptive air suspension height: Adjustable ground clearance from 210 mm up to 245 mm for off-road tracks.
- Sub-2,500 cc duty savings on 2.0L TFSI: Qualifies for KRA's 25% excise duty bracket.
- Electrically folding 3rd-row seats: Expands boot space to 770 L with push-button convenience.
- Exceptional high-speed stability: MLB Evo chassis provides limousine-like ride comfort on highways.
What’s not so good
- 5.05-meter overall length: Demands large parking spaces in Nairobi shopping malls.
- Air suspension strut wear: Pneumatic air bags require replacement after high-mileage use.
Most popular: Q7 2.0 TFSI / 3.0 TFSI Quattro S Line
5 doorsPetrol, DieselAutomatic
At a glance
- Model
- Audi Q7 (4M Series)
- Production years
- 2017–2023
- Body type
- 5-Door Flagship 7-Seater Luxury SUV
- Seating capacity
- 7 seats
- Fuel types
- Petrol (TFSI), Clean Diesel (TDI)
- Engine sizes
- 1,984 cc / 2,995 cc / 2,967 cc
- Transmission
- 8-speed Tiptronic Automatic
- Drivetrain
- Quattro Permanent All-Wheel Drive
- Ground clearance
- 210 mm (up to 245 mm with air suspension)
- Source market
- Japan / UK (RHD)
Fuel consumption
Manufacturer / import-market figures: 12.5 km/L (2.0T) / 10.5 km/L (3.0T V6). Tank: 85 L (about 1063 km combined). Real-world use varies with load, traffic and altitude.
Running cost
- City driving
- KES 2,270 / 100 km
- Highway driving
- KES 1,565 / 100 km
- 1,000 km a month
- KES 18,157
- Full tank (85 L)
- KES 19,292
Based on petrol at KES 226.96/L, 15-10-2026 to 14-11-2026. Combined economy unless stated.
Work out a trip cost →Trims & variants
Premium / Premium Plus / S Line
- Setup
2.0L 4-cylinder turbo petrol (252 hp / 370 Nm), 8-speed Tiptronic, Quattro AWD, returning 12.5 km/L combined.
- Why it gets shipped
The tax-efficient 7-seater choice, avoiding higher 35% excise duties.
- Local consideration
Agile and lightweight front end with lower servicing costs.
Package tiers
Q7 grade tiers range from well-appointed Premium Plus models to prestigious S Line and Black Edition flagships.
| Package | Level | Key features |
|---|---|---|
| Premium Plus | Executive base | Leather seats, Virtual Cockpit, 3D MMI dual screens, 19-inch alloys, panoramic sunroof |
| S Line | Sport luxury | S Line body styling, Adaptive Air Suspension, Matrix LED headlights, 20-inch alloys |
| Black Edition | Pinnacle luxury | Black exterior trim, 21-inch dark wheels, Bose 3D sound, Valcona leather seats, 360 camera |
About the Audi Q7
Kenya strictly enforces an 8-year age limit from manufacture month and right-hand drive regulations. In 2026, 2019 to 2023 Audi Q7 models sit comfortably in the direct import window, while 2018 units face month-by-month age cutoff deadlines.
The 2.0L TFSI 4-cylinder model (1,984 cc 45 TFSI) qualifies for Kenya's standard 25% excise duty tax bracket, while the 3.0L V6 model (2,995 cc 55 TFSI) falls into the 35% excise tier.
Disclaimer
Tax figures are estimates based on October 2026 KRA schedules. Always verify specific chassis CRSP entries with your clearing agent prior to purchase.
