The Lemon Index2013 Audi Q7.
The 2013 Audi Q7 is one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 5 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 15, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about visibility, it has 3 recalls, and it gets 18 to 22 mpg combined. It's the best Audi Q7 year we track.
One of the most reliable. 6.7× fewer complaints than average.
Worst year 2018
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 43 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Audi Q7 year. 2013 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 51K to 102K miles on the car (24 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 3
- equipment 2023
The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the certification label is incorrect, which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded.
- fuel system, gasoline 2017
These gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel pump flange that may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
- engine 2014
In the affected vehicles, a check valve in the engine may become contaminated with plastic debris and allow engine oil to leak into the brake booster.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Audi told dealers about
Audi sent dealers 1239 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- When selecting reverse gear, the picture of rearview camera fails to appear, sporadically
- Presence of coolant loss inside electrical connector, causes engine warning light to illuminate
- The oil filter, for some vehicles, are too short, (should be 155 (=/-1) mm long) for installation
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audi Q7 SUV AWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $4300–4400 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 3.0L 6-cyl.
In owners' words
When the vehicle is traveling between approximately 70-72 mph and the brakes are applied, the head lights will flicker or bounce. This distracts the driver and other drivers on the road.
2013 Audi Q7 owner · NHTSA complaint 10617732
More owner reports
I was driving on a flat open road. All of a sudden, there was a big noise bang, and the sunroof shattered into pieces. There was no traffic close to my car when this happened. The weather was cold (-12f).
NHTSA complaint 10566979
Quick answers
Is the 2013 Audi Q7 reliable?
Yes, it is one of the most reliable by government complaints. It drew 6.7× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 15; 100 is average, lower is better).
What are the most common 2013 Audi Q7 problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are visibility (20%), lights (20%) and engine (20%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2013 Audi Q7 have?
3 safety recalls (latest: equipment). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2013 Audi Q7 get?
18 to 22 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
At what mileage do 2013 Audi Q7 problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 51,200 and 102,200 miles. The middle report was at 72,000 miles, from 24 complaints.
Does the 2013 Audi Q7 have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2013 Audi Q7 cost in fuel a year?
About $4300 to $4400 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2013 Audi Q7 have?
3.0L 6-cyl.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works