You frequently zonk the back wiper when it’s attached to the bottom of the window. However, when it’s attached to your preferred top, it doesn’t wipe away the water, snow and ice from the bottom of the window well. Especially lower corners remain icy and dirty. So I agree it looks nicer having it swing from top, but from a practical perspective, it’s not as good.
@@francisgallozzi2595 To be honest half the stuff the Audi sales executive was going on about went in 1 ear out the other. There was a lot of words like damper control, DRC this and DRC that and this mode and that mode, pitch control and axis mode blah blady blah. I just want to get in it and drive and after a couple of weeks I'll go through the manual and figure it all out.
I rented one of these, the ‘19 model, through Silvercar (owned by Audi) in Charlotte for a trip to Hilton Head. For us it was too big, yet not as much cargo room as you would think. Drove like a bank vault, heavy and solid. It really needs the 3.0 to get out of its own way. Silvercar only has base engine. Overall I love audi. Drove the a4 and had nice power and driving dynamics. Understeer not really noticeable as it was in Audis in the 80’s/90’s.
Audi is worth its price! They always deliver beautiful interiors and are at the top of their game and league, specially nothing to compare to any other German brands at all! Wifey and I we own a 2019 Q5 and we love every bit of it. Sits are so comfy, dual A/C selection and let me tell you about the speeding on that baby!!!! Within 3 secs we pass a vehicle with not big issue there and very steady at the road. Audi’s are really worth it! I love Toyota’s don’t get me wrong but I believe we made the smartest decision to go this time for Audi. Specially I’m working hard to upgrade Wifey to a Q8 in a couple of years from now but first I’ll get my Audi RS5!!! 😂🤙🏽 Nice review man! Keep up the good work tho! 👏🏽
Joe is such an awesome guy and Lori of course you can't forget the wife everybody needs to tell the friends about Joe and it's awesome reviews and zonk's please help him get up to 1/2 Million by next year
I will wait for the SQ7. I am not feeling this one. The exterior of this vehicle just isn’t attractive. It’s a boring car to look at. Both the X5 and the GLE look more interesting. At least it’s not as offensive as Darth Vader - the Lexus RX.
I prefer my 2019- you really did not mention that this one get 3 mpg's LESS. I know people don't but these things for mileage, but the newer version SHOULD be an improvement. Also the touch screen has too many inputs to do the same things as the prior system AND now software has been introduced, so potential lag is a thing. With the knobs you could do without having to look, now its a must. A wise buyer never and I mean never buys the 1st year of a major remodel. There will be issues that get addressed in the following year. Finally you should mention that the price has been raised 4% for 2020. Ouch.
"Little bit of body roll, but that's to be expected because this is not an S model or RS model...", that's because we don't get the RS Q7 in North America.
Oh, my cousin is going to be jealous! She got a 2018 Q7, and it's nice and all. But let's face it guys, this 2020 model doesn't even compare 😂 I'd definitely consider getting a Q7 if reliability and cost wasn't a factor, but oh well 😂 Great vid, Joe!
@@davidlegkodukh6969 Well if you live in America, Audis's are probably one of the most unreliable cars. Most Euro luxury cars in the states are some of the most unreliable cars on the road, but they're incredibly nice to drive around. Idk about Europe, but German cars made in Germany are the best like how Japanese Cars made in Japan are the best also. Can't say the same with American cars made in America. And I didn't say anything about engine reliability. I'm talking about the whole car, electric components and all. German Cars in the states are some of the most complicated machines driving around here, and not many people can even fix them other than the dealer. If I'd want a German luxury car in the states, I'd lease one over buying the entire car. Sorry bud, but I've done my research, thank you very much. Edit: Boom, roasted 😂🔥
@@VictorLeEPICVIC951 I used to think as you did, but in doing research on the reliability issue, I was very surprised to see that Audi had a higher than average availability or time-on-the-road rating, ahead of other Euro brands and way, way ahead of Ford. Frequency of repair was right in the middle; where it fell behind was in cost of repairs, which is the case with every luxury marque.
Another great review! I have a current get S3 and it would be great if you could review one. I'd be interested to hear what you think. I think it's a hoot.
I dont know. Exterior styling is pretty boring, way too much gloss black on the inside. Pretty underpowered considering its a twin turbo 6. That asking price is a bit absurd with all things considered. Still a great review though
The interior is great. I too like the dual screen design. It flows with the dashboard and do not look like an afterthought tablet stuck on top of the dash. But the exterior? Extreme redesign needed
Always loved Audi cuz they different always a clean look but I dont like how they changed the look of the grill an headlights look weird rims dont look right anymore older models had a cleaner look
Many reviewers try to see if they fit in the third row on vehicles that has three rows. Please understand third row is not meant for adults but for young children. These are SUVs and not mini vans.
ventilated seats = must at this price point, agreed, all that gloss black would give me a nervous breakdown, I'm digging the newer model cars with brushed aluminum and/or no gloss wood (fake wood) OUTSTANDING REPORT JOE, I know AUDI can do so much better if they just listened to American auto buyers - your loyal fan Tony
The grille really looks appealing but I'm gonna zonk that bottom panel of the grille where it just non-functional air-vent though... Is there any reason why it's closed? If not, Audi should just leave it open like any other Audi iconic grille...
Does this have 2 turbos or just 1 turbo like the S5 V-6 single turbo? Also, is there an option to have 3rd row air vents like the previous model? Either way I love your videos!
The 3rd row aint the telluride 3rd row shouldve done what bmw and benz did put capt chairs only gripe plus i think the cooled seats are in the urus for back seats
Audi gets the styling right! Especially at the rear quarter window, no blind spots!! Nice wheel, tire, brake, caliper combination. Side view is perfect! Large rear doors. Agree about the rear door window wiper. $76,500.00, is about right and expected. Definitely, 21st. century technology! Small steering wheel spokes, gives an excellent view of the dash display. Wish companies would do that more! "Zonk", for no ventilated 2nd. row seats! Other features... 👍👍 DOA, in the third row! Won't even use them! 😩 "Whitesnake"? Here goes Joe, "again", on his own, going down the only Florida roads, he knows! (Sorry, Flashback moment!) Sorry, the Raiti's Ride logo, is a, "Zonk", from Me... It's blocking my field of view, with you hands on the wheel. One of your best reviews, Joe! Thanks! 🏁
Great input and perspective as usual. The third row is really pointless on this vehicle. Sorry about the product placement. I would love to show everything that is happening but you know that goes. ;-)
@@RaitisRides ROFLMAO!! 😆😂🤣😂😆 "Touche"! I'm waiting for the day to come when you're on throttle, through the twisty bits, and one of Florida's finest, is sitting and waiting! 😱 No worries, I'll be the first to contribute to your #GoFundMe, page!
“Give then an extra Twinkie for having to endure that 3rd row seat”. I don’t understand why manufactures put them in their vehicles, if they are useless.
I think the design of this trim is supposed to look like an exhaust actually it’s not an exhaust the tools fake it’s fake exhaust so it’s not actually an exhaust I think that’s just a trim and it’s just a dressing to make the car look better
Looks way more aggressive with dual outlet exhausts.there not fake exhausts like u said actually a pipe with a gap and sqaure outlets. shows theres power under the hood they eliminated it.looks very plain with nothing.everyone likes dual exhaust or dual outlets.they cut costs big time by putting nothing.
I looked at these at our local dealer. The paint quality is absolutely horrible - orange peel is evident even in their custom painted vehicles with MSRP over 100K. Why would anyone accept such low paint quality is beyond me. It is ok for my $21K GTI, but not for a car that purports to be luxury.
@@davidlegkodukh6969 I can only speak for what I have seen. A Q7, a Q8, an SQ5, two RS5s, and a Q3 sporty version. I may have transposed some letters, but that does not change things. One of the RS5s had a custom paint color as part of some fancy package . The color was black with barely any reddish metallic in it, a very nice color. All had bad orange peel. I do not think it is the dealer because the cars must have come like that from the factory, or factories. I am not suggesting you should go and look at your car again or else that will keep annoying you. Some vehicles have more of orange peel effect than others.
I had to rewind the video after you popped the hood. You didn’t tell us that this Q7 comes with a Picnic Tray under the hood! That thing is huge! Party of four could chow down in high grass with that monstrosity. And the wheels, always a strong point with Audi’s are weak and a bit budget looking I think. Jus sayin’ . My thinking is if your going to buy a three row Mommy mobile that little Sasha, Twilight, Zowie & Camille are going to be slinging juice boxes all over the back of that thing then why not get a Telluride and call it a day. Let Dad have his A6/S6/RS6 and your all set. If you have the coin to spend on this rolling Goo Goo mover. Than you probably don’t care about the juice and poop smell to begin with. The lease is over in 36 months and you will just get another one.
A Telluride 🥱 Might as well get a Celica like Scotty and call it a day, no no.... Better yet, go off grid buy a school bus, no taxes, shitting in the woods, taking wifi from McDonalds or the local library. Update, five minutes later, I moved back with my mom, I don't have a mortgage, no electric bill, my mom does the laundry... Win win, and she lets me use her 1993 super reliable Lexus, guess what, it has 220k miles and has never given her any problems! 😶🌫️💥
@@RaitisRides No, I believe the Q7s still a single (55 TFSI) with the mild battery for the electronic/start-stop , same engine in the Q8 . The SQ7 in NA will get the Twin Turbo V8
@@lex350us The new turbo V-6 is the same engine used in the A6, A7, and Q8 models. It produces 335 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque, increases of 2 hp and 44 lb-ft over the supercharged V-6. In the 2020 Q7, it comes standard with Quattro all-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic transmission. Strangely, EPA fuel economy ratings have dropped significantly compared with the old supercharged V-6, as the new turbo V-6 is rated at just 18 mpg combined, 17 mpg city, and 21 mpg highway, down 2-5 mpg across the board from the 2019 Q7. The 2020 Q7's EPA estimates do line up with the 2020 Q8's.
@@lex350us The new turbo V-6 is the same engine used in the A6, A7, and Q8 models. It produces 335 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque, increases of 2 hp and 44 lb-ft over the supercharged V-6. In the 2020 Q7, it comes standard with Quattro all-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic transmission. Strangely, EPA fuel economy ratings have dropped significantly compared with the old supercharged V-6, as the new turbo V-6 is rated at just 18 mpg combined, 17 mpg city, and 21 mpg highway, down 2-5 mpg across the board from the 2019 Q7. The 2020 Q7's EPA estimates do line up with the 2020 Q8's.
@Tyrel Tolliver mmm.. eventually also X5 doesn't provide cooled 2nd row and not even reclining options.. Considering its rivalry.. this Q7.. Mm i think is good all rounder..when 5 seating luxury suv comes into mind..
I'm still baffled that the Q7 can't manage a decent 3rd row despite being on the larger (just shy of 200 inches long) side of the mid-size 3-row luxury SUV segment. Compare it to the XC90 which is shorter yet pulls it off while offering a slightly larger cargo area. Not to mention the Aviator, which sits at exactly 200 inches. Audi either needs to address this on next redesign or bring out a Q9 to better compete in the larger 3-row segment. Even Volkswagen's own Atlas/Terramont (almost the same length) has better interior packaging and cargo.
The Q7 is one of the biggest SUVs on British roads and in North America it’s considered a mid size. There’s your answer to global climate change right there....🤣. Had our Q7 50 Tdi SLine a little over a week now and love it...
