Audi Q7 Hybrid: A clean 4x4

Monday, September 19, 2005

South African website "Wheels24" is covering the Audi Q7 Hybrid, "a clean 4x4".

The Audi Q7 hybrid concept was launched with the Q7 production models at the Frankfurt Motor.

This concept is equipped with a 4.2-litre FSI V8 drive unit developing 257 kW at 6 800 r/min and 440 Nm metres of torque at 3 500 r/min.

An electric motor that has also been integrated into the driveline adds up to an extra 200 Nm of torque. The study is making its debut at the 2005 International Motor Show in Frankfurt.

Power is directed to the wheels through a 6-speed tiptronic transmission.

The Q7 hybrid goes from 0-100 km/h in 6.8 seconds, with the SUV accelerating from 80 up to 120 km/h in 5th gear in 7 seconds flat.

Audi claims that the Q7 hybrid 's fuel consumption is 12 litres per 100 km, which is about 13% percent less than the standard-production model.

The V8 engine is taken from the latest Audi V-engine range. A distinguishing feature is the chain-driven camshaft.