Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2026 SQ7.
Equipped with an Automatic (S8) transmission and EPA fuel economy estimates of 14/20/16 mpg, the 2026 Audi SQ7 enters a model lineage tracked for complaints from 2020 through 2026. Reported issues within this period have ranged from a high of six in 2021 to a low of one in 2024, establishing a fluctuating but recently improved reliability record. Consequently, the 2026 model year sits following the lowest complaint count in the dataset, positioning the vehicle within a stable phase of its reliability history that suggests a continuation of the reduced issue frequency observed in the most recent data available.
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.