Is the 2025 Audi Q7 a good car?
An honest AI verdict — reliability, common problems, and real cost to own.
B-6.5/10
Solid choice if you prioritize comfort, but consider maintenance costs.
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Pros
- Luxurious interior
- Smooth ride quality
- Advanced technology features
Cons
- Average fuel economy
- Expensive maintenance
- Potential for high depreciation
Ownership at a glance
Fuel economy
19 mpg
Maintenance cost
$4,000/yr
Expected lifespan
200,000 miles
Common problems to watch for
- Oil leaks
- Electrical system faults
- Timing chain tensioner failure
CarsJudge exclusive data
Active recalls (2)
The 2025 Audi Q7 has 2 NHTSA recalls on record. Most recent: Back Over Prevention — Sensing System — Camera (campaign 25V900000). All recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
- Seat Belts — Front — Anchorage — Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 Audi RS Q8, Audi Q8, Audi Q7, and Audi SQ8 vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat belt buckles may be missing a rivet that secures the buckl…
- Back Over Prevention — Sensing System — Camera — Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as inte…
Recall data: NHTSA. Owner costs & MPG: anonymized aggregates from CarsJudge users who track this vehicle. Updated 2026-07-05.
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