I have a 2018 S6. The prior generation interior before they went to screens vs buttons. Older version much better. I love my car, but I am retired and don't have a daily commute. Don't get an SQ7 unless you have a BIG budget for routine maintenance. My car gets 15 mpg in town, burns through tires before 20K miles, and routine oil changes, brake jobs, etc., double what you would expect. Having said that, rewards you every time you start the engine and routine trips to the store are even fun. Just a matter of priorities!
I don't like either their new interiors... I own a Fully Loaded Technik Q7 with Adaptive suspension & dynamic package ... honestly one of the best cars i've had!
I had a 2015 S6 stage2 that I dailyd for about 2 years and it was the best experience especially around the peak of covid when then was literally no traffic. I turned a hr commute into 35 minutes while gettin 30mpg. Oil changes were about 180 and I added oil about half between changes but man was it fun. I'm definitely getting a SQ7 soon plus I daily a Ford ranger now lol so it won't be much wear and tear and maintenance
Spot on review! For the money, performance, practicality, safety, etc, the best vehicle I have ever owned. I would redesign the shape of the rear lift gate though. I had hit my head at the outer edge of the lift gate a few times in a tight parking space and the lift gate won every single time.
Thank you so much for the family perspective! I would love to see you guy showed us how you look sitting in the third row. As a family, there are so many times when I’ve had to use the third row and want to see how it would look as an adult. The fuel economy is a bit rough!
Love your work. You probably heard it before, but it's still a shock that here in europe where it's made, this Q7 is a full size SUV. A HUGE almost vulgar and gangster thing that never fits the road unless it's a highway. While you keep repeating it is mid size and on the smaller side 😅 Perspectives...
I agree, and great review as always. Actually this was good timing to remind me I need a new pair of sunglasses so I will give Flying Eyes a go. Cheers!
Soooo I ordered my first pair after this comment on your SQ7 video a few days ago and first off fast processing and shipping as they arrived yesterday. Quick background with me and sunglasses; one of my early retail jobs was at Sunglass Hut when they were still just kiosks in malls. They really were great at educating their employees on the importance of high quality optics and proper UV protection. Not to mention the facts you bring up about not being able to use polarized lenses for flying for example. So from about the mid 90s to now I have not only appreciated why someone would spend $200 or more on non-prescription eyewear and have owned the best from companies like Revo, Maui Jim, Ray Ban and Serengeti so this type of purchase is normal for me. I mainly bring that up so you understand I am SUPER picky about quality sunglasses. Flying Eyes really hits the highest marks in any category I can think of in measuring high quality sunglasses. Excellent optics, really great construction and design plus amazing features regarding materials and UV and impact protection. I got the wrap around Golden Eagle Sport in the only polarized option they had, the grey tint. Excellent product and my only item on my personal wish list would be polarized in the amber tint. Highly recommended by a sunglass guy. Thank you for the heads up with this company and wow made right here in Texas USA, that is awesome! Also thank you for the discount code and cool Micah Muzio adventures stickers, yay for that! Very unexpected and cool sir. Cheers and let's get you to that 100k subs this year. *copied from a FaceBook reply*
Right. I have a Q7 and I find it to be rather large. Maybe not as roomy as our ‘14 acura MDX or a Tahoe or suburban, but still a large comfortable vehicle for a family of 4, even 5. Having latches on every seat means I can put my daughter in the rear right, my son in his booster in the middle and my mother in law gets a second row driver side seat on weekend road trip. And we can get there going 90-110 because nobody can tell how fast im driving cuz it’s so smooth and hushed.
It looks like a 2 row SUV with a 3rd row just in case you desperately need it. Unlike other 3 row models where I would drive with the 3rd row up and put it down when I need more cargo space, in this one I'd drive with it down and put it up when I need to accommodate half of a child's soccer team.
I have to agree with you on the Bang & Olufsen having a harsh high end. I haven't liked their systems since I first heard them in the 1980s for the same reason.
I just like to add something regarding the B&O Advanced Sound System. I personally think it is way overpriced for how it sounds BUT, and that is my one real disappointment with the Q7, the smaller "premium" B&O as well as the standard "Audi sound system" are both unbelievably bad. So if you have the money and like listening to music, the advanced system - in my opinion - is the only way to go. If you don't, you will always be disappointed at how subpar music in your Q7 sounds. Before I got my first SQ7 (TDI) in 2019, I drove an A6 with a BOSE sound system and that was just awesome for the price. I then had the SQ7 with premium B&O for 3 years and was always annoyed at how Audi could have approved this. There is such a huge disconnect betwenn bass and highs in that system, it's no fun listening to it. I got my new SQ7 with advanced B&O about 10 months ago and I am finally as content as I was with the A6 BOSE system but for five-times the price. Apart from that (and some entertainment system glitches) certainly the best car I ever had.
isn't the SQ7 the less inexpensive cousin, to the Cayenne? Wait you mentioned you can make the heated seat and cooled seat functions at the same time, Yep!! Porsche(Or shall I say Corporate VW, Porsche, Audi, etc..) At $100k or more? I would go Porsche.
I cross shopped both. The Porsche Cayenne with the same engine and most (but not all) the same options was $35 k more expensive, 50 fewer hp, 100 fewer fts tq, no third row option, and second row did not fold flat which I need for my dog crate. No contest. SQ7 was the best value.
you mean 21 inch rims? those are standard on all sq7 and top trim of q7. Also there are some vents in the third row located at the windows but they arent as effective as the third row is for occasional use only/
@@Popcornbeetle The 22s in the european market look really cool. But 21s are more realistic for the terrible pavement here in the US, especially in the northeastern states.
@@Popcornbeetle yea I think 22 are a bit too big for the car, 21 are the perfect balance between looks and sidewall. It’s also not too much to get 22 as an option if you prefer that
It’s nice…… but wayyy too expensive for being this old. This is in the BMW X5M family of mid sizers. These Qi’s EAT TIRES that cost $2200 a set. Also, with these options, Audi wants to charge you $1200 for an alignment!!! Lastly, the way they downshift at stops with their Quattro system, it lurches you forward and has made my passengers car sick. Got mid of mine real quick.
@@MicahMuzio The back of the boost should not have a gap between the seat and the high back. You should either raise the Audi headrest or remove it. If you can’t do that then you could remove the high back granted she is heavy enough but check your booster manual for this scenario.
I have a 2018 S6. The prior generation interior before they went to screens vs buttons. Older version much better. I love my car, but I am retired and don't have a daily commute. Don't get an SQ7 unless you have a BIG budget for routine maintenance. My car gets 15 mpg in town, burns through tires before 20K miles, and routine oil changes, brake jobs, etc., double what you would expect. Having said that, rewards you every time you start the engine and routine trips to the store are even fun. Just a matter of priorities!
These cars ain’t cheap to run but that’s not why you get a German car. They drive like nothing else on the road
Good points on budgeting for routine maintenance. Phew these German SUVs ain’t cheap, super inflation at play as well. 😰
I don't like either their new interiors... I own a Fully Loaded Technik Q7 with Adaptive suspension & dynamic package ... honestly one of the best cars i've had!
The older version is not better lol you just ain’t got the new one yet
I had a 2015 S6 stage2 that I dailyd for about 2 years and it was the best experience especially around the peak of covid when then was literally no traffic. I turned a hr commute into 35 minutes while gettin 30mpg. Oil changes were about 180 and I added oil about half between changes but man was it fun. I'm definitely getting a SQ7 soon plus I daily a Ford ranger now lol so it won't be much wear and tear and maintenance
Spot on review! For the money, performance, practicality, safety, etc, the best vehicle I have ever owned. I would redesign the shape of the rear lift gate though. I had hit my head at the outer edge of the lift gate a few times in a tight parking space and the lift gate won every single time.
Love your family Micah! My wife and I just had our first baby ( girl ) and can't wait to go from my sporty car to a family friendly SUV 🥰😁
Congrats! Im doing the same. We have a honda civic (not sporty at all) but looking for a suv that fits 3 car seats.
We have the same setup but ‘20 in brilliant black. Driving to Disney is always a blast.
Lol smudge, too cute. Great family vibes. Loving the family series of reviews. Really stands out from all the other UA-camrs.
Thank you so much for the family perspective! I would love to see you guy showed us how you look sitting in the third row. As a family, there are so many times when I’ve had to use the third row and want to see how it would look as an adult. The fuel economy is a bit rough!
You guys are great! And the Audi SQ7 looks wonderful in your video!
Love your work.
You probably heard it before, but it's still a shock that here in europe where it's made, this Q7 is a full size SUV. A HUGE almost vulgar and gangster thing that never fits the road unless it's a highway.
While you keep repeating it is mid size and on the smaller side 😅
Perspectives...
Yeah that’s our country very big things always bigger bigger bigger... smh 🤦🏾♀️ someone save us.
Yup… my uncle in Ireland has one of these and the new LR Defender 4 door and always complains about not fitting in places he can with his old VW Polo.
All Audi’s look a like and that’s from a guy that owned two in the past.
Can't afford this vehicle but it's nice to watch your family review 😁
Great review guys! For me, for sure, it will be an “emotional buy” Looooove that vehicle!
I agree, and great review as always. Actually this was good timing to remind me I need a new pair of sunglasses so I will give Flying Eyes a go. Cheers!
Soooo I ordered my first pair after this comment on your SQ7 video a few days ago and first off fast processing and shipping as they arrived yesterday. Quick background with me and sunglasses; one of my early retail jobs was at Sunglass Hut when they were still just kiosks in malls. They really were great at educating their employees on the importance of high quality optics and proper UV protection. Not to mention the facts you bring up about not being able to use polarized lenses for flying for example. So from about the mid 90s to now I have not only appreciated why someone would spend $200 or more on non-prescription eyewear and have owned the best from companies like Revo, Maui Jim, Ray Ban and Serengeti so this type of purchase is normal for me. I mainly bring that up so you understand I am SUPER picky about quality sunglasses. Flying Eyes really hits the highest marks in any category I can think of in measuring high quality sunglasses. Excellent optics, really great construction and design plus amazing features regarding materials and UV and impact protection. I got the wrap around Golden Eagle Sport in the only polarized option they had, the grey tint. Excellent product and my only item on my personal wish list would be polarized in the amber tint. Highly recommended by a sunglass guy. Thank you for the heads up with this company and wow made right here in Texas USA, that is awesome! Also thank you for the discount code and cool Micah Muzio adventures stickers, yay for that! Very unexpected and cool sir. Cheers and let's get you to that 100k subs this year. *copied from a FaceBook reply*
literally all parents had a heart attack from 1:40-2:07
POOP WHERE!?
Thanks for the video guys 👍 always enjoyable
Every other reviewer has said the 2nd row is gigantic...
Right. I have a Q7 and I find it to be rather large. Maybe not as roomy as our ‘14 acura MDX or a Tahoe or suburban, but still a large comfortable vehicle for a family of 4, even 5. Having latches on every seat means I can put my daughter in the rear right, my son in his booster in the middle and my mother in law gets a second row driver side seat on weekend road trip. And we can get there going 90-110 because nobody can tell how fast im driving cuz it’s so smooth and hushed.
ISO Fix cover for the latch cover
I'm not much of an MPG nut but did that say 15 city / 21 Highway, yuck -- those are truck numbers.
OMG Evie's look of terror when she hears about the poop smudge. Like, did our daughter smear her poop?
It looks like a 2 row SUV with a 3rd row just in case you desperately need it. Unlike other 3 row models where I would drive with the 3rd row up and put it down when I need more cargo space, in this one I'd drive with it down and put it up when I need to accommodate half of a child's soccer team.
How did I just find this channel?!! This is awesome stuff!
Welcome! And thanks for watching.
Thank you for this review. The space is not that great on this one
It’s kind tough to compare an Audi v8 fuel economy with a turbo 4 in a ford don’t you think?
Awesome!!! 1st. Love that car.
I have to agree with you on the Bang & Olufsen having a harsh high end. I haven't liked their systems since I first heard them in the 1980s for the same reason.
This is probably best car audio system.
@@podunkman2709 Too Harsh
Excellent video!😸
Love that all wheel steering
Latchwürst is the best 🤔 thank you for the shutout 👋🏻
The side of this Audi actually reminds me of a 2020 Dodge Journey, thoughts?
Never saw that before, but I see it.
@@soILLitsADVISED just the overall shape, very 2018-2030 dodge people carrier :D
LOL. Evie…. Poop smudge reaction…. Made my day…
You’re going to have to stunt your kids growth for the step up test to continue. :)
Way too expensive but super cool.
How about you add maintenance cost & review from a family perspective?
Solid review
I ordered one it burned and sank to the bottom of the Atlantic. I don't feel like waiting for a replacement so I am buying a Panamera Turbo.
Sad to say my new SQ7 was on that same ship. They built a replacement which we hope to get by early July.
Olguín how sad lol
EVs are such a wonderful idea 🙄 - makes ordering a car a toss up, exactly because of what happened to your SQ7.
Kind of blows your mind when you think that in 15 years or less it will have lost all its value.
Y’all are too cute! Dynamic family team! #blessed
Did the Q7 actually get smaller in later generations? I remember when the first gen came out, it was like a ship next to the X5.
yep. jermanz 🤷🏻♂️
@@agrisizkulak don’t think it’s a German thing, everything else in the Audi and VW lineup keep growing (not to mention all the other German brands).
It’s still bigger. Not sure what everyone Is staying here about it being small. The q5 has right second row
I'm a fairy, just not the flying type. But YAY for flying fairies! Do they also wear flyingeyes?
Always liked the SQ7, but I'd want it w/out the 3rd row.....do they remove easily?
Get an rsq8 no third row
That's why they make the SQ8
great car apart from fuel economy is awful
Please test the Grand Cherokee L.
Thank you
Hello Hello Muzio Family. Just checking in hope all is well.
These things are scary. - Miata owner
Miss your helicopter videos that what drew me to your channel 😢
He does them quite regularly, he did a great one recently actually!
I'm gonna wait for the next five years when it's value tanks. Then I'll trade in my current Q7 for such a beast - possibly ;)
idk....but the way the gas prices are going, Highlander Hybrid Platinum AWD with over 30+ mpg would be my choice...
or Mazda CX9...
I just like to add something regarding the B&O Advanced Sound System. I personally think it is way overpriced for how it sounds BUT, and that is my one real disappointment with the Q7, the smaller "premium" B&O as well as the standard "Audi sound system" are both unbelievably bad. So if you have the money and like listening to music, the advanced system - in my opinion - is the only way to go. If you don't, you will always be disappointed at how subpar music in your Q7 sounds. Before I got my first SQ7 (TDI) in 2019, I drove an A6 with a BOSE sound system and that was just awesome for the price. I then had the SQ7 with premium B&O for 3 years and was always annoyed at how Audi could have approved this. There is such a huge disconnect betwenn bass and highs in that system, it's no fun listening to it. I got my new SQ7 with advanced B&O about 10 months ago and I am finally as content as I was with the A6 BOSE system but for five-times the price. Apart from that (and some entertainment system glitches) certainly the best car I ever had.
It looks like it’s been lowered, in the thumbnail.
Q7, sq7, and rsq7 are full size SUV not mid size. I believe you mentioned it around 12-12:11
Where did u see an rsq7?
They don't make an RSQ7
They dont make rsq7 lol 😂 dude just saying stuff to say
Imagine correcting people on things you know nothing about
I prefer the Jeep Grand Cherokee. I'm not giving you a high-five today. Instead, I am giving you a high-ten ✋😄🤚
the third wondrous trailer is somewhere in a computer
isn't the SQ7 the less inexpensive cousin, to the Cayenne? Wait you mentioned you can make the heated seat and cooled seat functions at the same time, Yep!! Porsche(Or shall I say Corporate VW, Porsche, Audi, etc..) At $100k or more? I would go Porsche.
I cross shopped both. The Porsche Cayenne with the same engine and most (but not all) the same options was $35 k more expensive, 50 fewer hp, 100 fewer fts tq, no third row option, and second row did not fold flat which I need for my dog crate. No contest. SQ7 was the best value.
@@Romeo-hy7kz Which Cayenne model has the same engine as the SQ7 and which Cayenne models did you cross shop against the SQ7?
@@theschrom The Cayenne GTS. Same 4.0 Liter engine as the SQ7 making HP 453, Torque 457 in the Cayenne.
The q7 and small or mid size... wow America it’s small compared to life’s trucks and hummer ev’s we are weird here...
I've been CALLED a fairy but I can't fly
segway explosion
Q7 compete with bmw x5
Jeep wagoneer not compete jeep wagoneer
It’s bigger than x5 and smaller than x7. Wagoneers are overpriced rolling dumpsters
Just. Put buttons. Ugh
$100k and no 21s and no third row air vents is boggling.
you mean 21 inch rims? those are standard on all sq7 and top trim of q7. Also there are some vents in the third row located at the windows but they arent as effective as the third row is for occasional use only/
@@viccao8431 right, I meant 22s.
@@Popcornbeetle The 22s in the european market look really cool. But 21s are more realistic for the terrible pavement here in the US, especially in the northeastern states.
@@Popcornbeetle yea I think 22 are a bit too big for the car, 21 are the perfect balance between looks and sidewall. It’s also not too much to get 22 as an option if you prefer that
Terrible fuel economy.
🤳
Poop smudge 🤣🤣🤣🤣 kiddo wins!!!
It’s nice…… but wayyy too expensive for being this old. This is in the BMW X5M family of mid sizers. These Qi’s EAT TIRES that cost $2200 a set. Also, with these options, Audi wants to charge you $1200 for an alignment!!! Lastly, the way they downshift at stops with their Quattro system, it lurches you forward and has made my passengers car sick. Got mid of mine real quick.
Your child’s booster seat is installed incorrectly.
Can you be more specific?
@@MicahMuzio The back of the boost should not have a gap between the seat and the high back. You should either raise the Audi headrest or remove it. If you can’t do that then you could remove the high back granted she is heavy enough but check your booster manual for this scenario.
@@MrB8boy Thanks for the thoughtful response. I appreciate the input!
Overpriced AF
Not when compared to its platform sibling mates, ie the Porsche Cayenne, Lamborghini Urus, and Bentley Bentayga. 😏
Worst video review ever.