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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Engine | 2.0L 4-Cylinder |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel Type | Premium |
| City / Hwy MPG | 20 / 26 MPG |
| Combined MPG | 22 MPG |
| Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $3,700 |
| CO₂ Emissions | 405 g/mi |
| Seating Capacity | 7 passengers |
| Body Style | SUV |
| Base Price | $62,212–$82,306 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2025 Audi Q7 is a suv that earns a Carivo score of 7.4/10 — rated Good. Its strongest dimension is Reliability at 8.7/10, while Safety at 6.9/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a capable but unexceptional suv — stronger alternatives exist if you're willing to shop the segment carefully.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. Reliability stands out at 8.7/10. The Q7 nameplate has earned that score through its track record and a comparatively clean recall sheet. Safety is a notable gap at 6.9/10 in our scoring — below what the best in segment deliver. Check the official NHTSA ratings for the trim you're considering before deciding.
Few rivals match it for performance: 8.5/10. Expect handling and power delivery that make this one of the more entertaining suvs to actually drive. At 7.4/10 for technology, the infotainment and driver-assist package does its job without setting benchmarks — check which features cost extra on lower trims.
Priced from $62,212–$82,306, 24 MPG, seating 7, the Audi Q7 sits in the premium tier of the suv category. Its value score of 8.5/10 confirms that the price reflects the quality — you're getting a lot for your money here. At 1 year old, it's recent enough that the core feature set holds up well against current competition.
Verdict: The 2025 Audi Q7 sits in the middle of the field. Until its safety scores improve, stronger options exist at this price. Worth a look if it fits a specific need; otherwise use our compare tool against the segment leaders first.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2025 Audi Q7 ranks #1166 of 2454 suvs in the Carivo database — better than 53% of the segment. Its 7.4/10 overall score is exactly at the segment average of 7.4/10. Its $62,212 starting price is about 72% above the segment's median of $36,079.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full SUV ranking →
Smart-money pick: the 2022 Audi Q7 scores 7.3/10 — within striking distance of the 2025's 7.4 — and starts roughly $5,500 lower. If you don't need the newest model year, that's money better spent on a higher trim or kept in your pocket.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 7.4/10 | $62,212 | Read review → |
| 2025 (this review) | 7.4/10 | $62,212 | |
| 2024 | 7.4/10 | $60,400 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 7.3/10 | $58,588 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 7.3/10 | $56,776 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 7.3/10 | $54,964 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 7.2/10 | $53,152 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 7.1/10 | $51,340 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 7.1/10 | $49,528 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 7.0/10 | $47,716 | Read review → |
| 2016 | 7.0/10 | $45,904 | Read review → |
| 2015 | 7.0/10 | $44,092 | Read review → |
The following recall campaigns have been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Seat belts / Front / Anchorage 12/11/2025 · 25V777000 | 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 buckle to the seat belt stalk. |
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| Back over prevention / sensing system / camera 19/12/2025 · 25V900000 | 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 intended. As such, these vehicles fail… |
Source: NHTSA recall database, fetched at page build time.
We rate the 2025 Audi Q7's reliability 8.7/10 — one of the stronger records in its class. It has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns on record for this model year (details in the recalls section above — repairs are free at dealers).
2 NHTSA recall campaigns matched this model and year as of our latest check. Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
It scores 7.4/10 overall, ranking #1166 of 2454 suvs in our database (better than 53% of the segment). Stronger-scoring alternatives exist at similar prices — use our compare tool before committing.
The 2025 Audi Q7 starts at $62,212 and ranges up to $82,306 across trims (MSRP when new). At 24 MPG, expect roughly $2,188/year in fuel at 15,000 miles/year.
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