2007 Audi Q7 problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What is the 2007 Audi Q7 safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2007 Audi Q7 crash-test ratings of frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

Q: What gas mileage does the 2007 Audi Q7 get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2007 Audi Q7 at about 15 mpg combined (13 city / 18 highway).

Q: How much is a 2007 Audi Q7 worth?

Comparable 2007 Audi Q7 listings run roughly $9,000–$15,750, typically around $12,336 (from 122 vehicles).

2007 Audi Q7 at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints95

Combined15 mpg

Typical price$12,336

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2007 Audi Q7 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2007 Audi Q7.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2007 Audi Q7 common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 95 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Fuel/propulsion System

Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Steering

Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

Fuel System

Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.

Gasoline

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

2007 Audi Q7 safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★

Side crash★★★★★

Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2007 Audi Q7 4-DR. w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2007 Audi Q7 MPG & running costs

Combined15 mpg

City13 mpg

Highway18 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$5,100

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2007 Audi Q7 worth?

Low

$9,000

Typical price

$12,336

High

$15,750

From 122 comparable 2007 Audi Q7 listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2007 Audi Q7 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$25,500

Fuel only$25,500

Per mile$0.34

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.