Audi’s Redesigned Q7 Drops the Four-Cylinder Engine and Costs Nearly $9,000 More

Audi has finally given its three-row luxury SUV a full redesign for 2027, but anyone hoping for a bargain will be disappointed. The new Q7 and sportier SQ7 arrive with fresh styling and upgraded features, along with a base price that jumps nearly $9,000 compared to last year’s model.

The entry-level 2027 Q7 Premium now starts at $72,195, up from $63,295 for the 2026 version.

0-liter four-cylinder engine. 0-liter V-6, which started at $68,895. An eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive remain standard across the lineup. If you want more luxury, the Premium Plus trim starts at $76,595, and the top-tier Prestige begins at $86,195. For comparison, the outgoing four-cylinder Premium Plus was $67,095, while the V-6 version started at $74,495, and the Prestige (V-6 only) had a $78,195 base price.

0-liter V-8 that now produces 591 horsepower, up from 500. The 2027 SQ7 starts at $99,995, offered in a single unnamed trim that splits the difference between last year’s Premium Plus ($95,095) and Prestige ($101,095). Buyers can now build and price their Q7 or SQ7 on Audi’s online configurator, which shows that Carrara White is the only no-cost paint option, all others add $595.