As a luxury car brand, Audi has always been known for its high quality, high technology and high performance. In the SUV market, Audi also has a number of excellent products, the most eye-catching of which is Audi Q7 and Audi Q8, both of which are the flagship models of the Audi SUV family, not only in appearance, interior, configuration are very luxurious, but also in power, handling, safety and other aspects also have excellent performance. In particular, they are equipped with a mechanical quattro full-time four-wheel drive system, which gives them the ability to conquer all kinds of road conditions, whether it is urban roads, or complex road conditions such as deserts, Gobi and mountain roads, they can easily deal with them, showing the charm of the Audi quattro.
In order to gain a deeper understanding of the performance of the Audi Q7 and Audi Q8, the author of this article participated in an in-depth test drive of Audi's dual flagship SUVs, which traveled from Kanas all the way south to Sailim Lake, a total of about 2,000 kilometers, and the road conditions were varied and complex, which was an extreme test for the Audi Q7 and Audi Q8. Before talking about the test drive experience, let's take a look at the basic situation of the two models, the Audi Q7 and the Audi Q8. The Audi Q7 and Audi Q8 are both medium and large SUVs, with similar body sizes, wheelbases of 2995mm, lengths of 5063mm and 4986mm respectively, width of 2212mm and 2190mm respectively, and vehicle heights of 1741mm and 1705mm respectively.
They all use the same set of powertrains, there are 2The 0T version is also equipped with a 48V mild hybrid system0t version, 2The 0T version has a maximum power of 185kW and a maximum torque of 370NmThe 0T version has a maximum power of 250kW and a maximum torque of 500Nm, and the transmission system is an 8-speed automatic manual transmission, and the drive mode is a mechanical quattro full-time all-wheel drive system. Judging by these data, it seems that there is not much difference between the Audi Q7 and the Audi Q8, but in reality, their target demographics are completely different.
The Audi Q7 is a 7-seater model, focusing on family cars, focusing on space, comfort, safety, etc., suitable for large family trips or business use. The Audi Q8 is a 5-seater model, focusing on personalization, sports, science and technology, etc., focusing on handling, power, design, etc., suitable for young people or personalized consumers. In terms of long-distance driving experience in the past few days, the Audi Q8 has a significantly stronger sense of handling, such as a heavier steering wheel, a thicker chassis texture, and a better body posture when cornering. The Audi Q7 is more inclined to comfort, and the chassis texture is tight, but compared with the Q8, the Q7 will have a softer chassis and a more comfortable ride.
At the same time, even if the powertrain is the same, the engine power and torque are the same, but the feel is different due to different tuning. The power delivery of the Audi Q8 is more straightforward, while the Audi Q7 is relatively smooth. In addition, the difference can be seen from the design of the appearance. The Audi Q8 has a more slender front light cluster, a blacked-out grille, frameless doors, a fastback shape, and continuous taillights for a sportier look. The Audi Q7's light cluster is more elegant and atmospheric, without frameless doors and no through-type taillights, and the overall feeling will be more generous and elegant. From these factors, it is easy to see that there is a clear difference between the orientations of the two. But I have to say that even so, the Audi Q7 and Audi Q8 are still very strong in dealing with various road conditions.
As mentioned earlier, we went over the desert, the Gobi and so on for this test drive. In fact, when I was in the desert, I drove an Audi Q8 30T version, everyone should have heard of "fast sand and slow water", but in a place like the desert, the terrain is complex and the sand surface is soft, even if you put some tire pressure, if you don't have enough power and a powerful four-wheel drive system, there are some difficult slopes that are really difficult to climb. And the Audi Q8 3The 0T version is equipped with the EA839 3The 0TFSI V6 turbocharged engine has a maximum power of 250kW and a maximum torque of 500N·m, and the 48V mild hybrid system can make up for the turbo lag, enhance power and save fuel.
Most scenes in the desert, such as "climbing, walking the blade, brushing the pot", etc., are not difficult, and the performance of the Audi Q8 really responds to that sentence in most scenes: you just have to refuel, and the rest is left to the quattro. However, there are also one or two scenarios that require some skill, for example, we have passed a high length and steep angle of sand slope, mainly because there are more ruts and the sand surface is soft, at this time we may need to refuel in advance and choose a reasonable route, otherwise we have to sprint again to reach the top. But in the end, both 2The 0t version of the model, or 3The 0T version of the models has rushed to the peak, and the power system and mechanical four-wheel drive of the Audi Q7 Q8 are still hardcore enough.
During the test drive, we also experienced the body height adjustment function of the Audi Q7 and Audi Q8, as well as the suspension mode switching function. Both of these functions are based on the characteristics of the air suspension, which allows the driver to choose the most suitable suspension state according to different road conditions and driving styles. The body height adjustment function can be operated via the touchscreen or buttons on the steering wheel and has four gears: Very High, High, Standard and Low. The very high-end position can raise the height of the vehicle to the maximum, reaching 235mm of ground clearance, which is suitable for use in some extreme road conditions, such as river beds, mud pools, etc.
The high-end position can raise the body height to 205mm, which is suitable for use in some rough road conditions, such as stones, grass, etc. The standard gear is the default vehicle height of 176mm, which is suitable for use in general road conditions, such as asphalt roads, cement roads, etc. The low gear can reduce the body height to 156mm, which is suitable for use in some high-speed or sports scenarios, such as highways, race tracks, etc. The low gear can reduce the wind resistance of the body, improve the stability and handling of the vehicle. The suspension mode switching function can be operated via the touchscreen or buttons on the steering wheel, and there are three modes: Comfort, Automatic, and Sport. Comfort mode can soften the damping of the suspension and improve the ride comfort of the vehicle, which is suitable for use in some smooth road conditions, such as highways, city roads, etc.
The automatic mode allows the damping of the suspension to automatically adjust according to the driving status of the vehicle and the road surface conditions to achieve a balanced driving experience, which is suitable for use in some complex road conditions, such as mountain roads, deserts, etc. Sport mode can make the damping of the suspension stiff and improve the handling performance of the vehicle, which is suitable for use in some intense scenes, such as tracks, corners, etc. Sport mode can also be combined with the low-gear ride height to make the car more ground-friendly and responsive. During the test drive, we flexibly adjusted the body height and suspension mode according to different road conditions and driving styles, and felt the diversity and adaptability of the Audi Q7 and Audi Q8. Whether on the flat highway or on the rugged desert Gobi, the Audi Q7 and Audi Q8 can bring us a stable, comfortable and safe driving experience.
Through this in-depth test drive, we have a deeper understanding and understanding of the Audi Q7 and Audi Q8. As the twin flagships of the Audi SUV family, the Audi Q7 and Audi Q8 are not only very luxurious in appearance, interior and configuration, but also have excellent performance in power, handling and safety. In particular, they are equipped with a mechanical quattro full-time four-wheel drive system, which gives them the ability to conquer all kinds of road conditions, whether it is urban roads, or complex road conditions such as deserts, Gobi and mountain roads, they can easily deal with them, showing the charm of the Audi quattro.
At the same time, we also found that although the Audi Q7 and Audi Q8 are both medium and large SUVs, their target groups and orientations are not the same. The Audi Q7 is a 7-seater model, focusing on family cars, focusing on space, comfort, safety, etc., suitable for large family trips or business use. The Audi Q8 is a 5-seater model, focusing on personalization, sports, science and technology, etc., focusing on handling, power, design, etc., suitable for young people or personalized consumers. Both models have their own features and advantages that can meet different consumer needs and preferences.
In short, Audi Q7 and Audi Q8 are two highly recommended luxury SUVs, which not only have the high quality, high-tech and high performance of the Audi brand, but also have their own style and charm, whether it is from the appearance, interior, configuration, or from power, handling, and safety, they can bring consumers a driving experience that exceeds expectations. If you are interested in the Audi Q7 and Audi Q8, you are welcome to visit an Audi dealer for consultation and test drive, and you will definitely find the one that belongs to you.