Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2026 SQ7.
The 2026 Audi SQ7 enters its model year with EPA fuel economy estimates of 14 mpg city, 20 mpg highway, and 16 mpg combined, paired exclusively with the S-tronic eight-speed automatic (S8) transmission. Where this iteration sits in the model's reliability record offers meaningful framing: across the 2020–2026 production run, owner-reported complaints peaked at six in 2021 and dropped to a single complaint in 2024, a downward arc that places the 2026 model year well into the nameplate's quieter stretch. For researchers tracking the SQ7's longer-term ownership picture, that trajectory is a more useful indicator than any single year's headline figures.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Overall length | 199.2 in |
| Overall width | 77.6 in |
| Overall height | 68.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 117.7 in |
| Curb weight | 5280 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 65.4 / 65.4 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 56/44 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 14 / 20 / 16 mpg |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the SQ7 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Prestige Quattro (Black Optic Plus, S Sport) 4.0L Twin-Turbo V8 | 3.80 sec | 12.40 sec | 500 hp | AWD |
| 2025 | Prestige Quattro (Black Optic Plus, S Sport) 4.0L Twin-Turbo V8 | 3.80 sec | 12.40 sec | 500 hp | AWD |
| 2020 | Prestige 4.0L Twin-Turbo V8 | 3.50 sec | 12.00 sec | 500 hp | AWD |
| 2020 | Premium Plus 4.0L Twin-Turbo V8 | 3.60 sec | 12.10 sec | 500 hp | AWD |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
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… Remedy: Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's…
Showing 5 of 142 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| TSB_2077162_2 | 2026-06-30 | Structure | This bulletin provide sinformation when there is a wind noise at the window guide. |
| TSB_2074640_3 | 2026-06-26 | Engine | This bulletin provides information when there is increased oil consumption; >0.5ltr/1000… |
| TSB_2074729_3 | 2026-06-23 | Electrical System | This bulletin provides informationwhen noises/vibration are detected from front of… |
| TSB_2059335_7 | 2026-06-23 | Electrical System | This bulletin provides information when there are noises from the area around the… |
| TSB_2069331_7 | 2026-06-23 | Electrical System | This bulletin provides informaitn when there is a warning messsage; "Instrument cluster… |
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
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Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 14 city / 20 highway / 16 combined mpg.