The Lemon Index2018 Audi Q7.
The 2018 Audi Q7 is better than average by owner complaints: 39 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 80, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about brakes, it has 3 recalls, and it gets 21 mpg combined. The best Audi Q7 year is 2013.
Better than average. 1.2× fewer complaints than average.
Best year 2013
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 144 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Audi Q7 year. 2018 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 6K to 27K miles on the car (33 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
- body structure 2020
The padding on the vehicle's C-pillar may not absorb enough impact in the event of a crash.
- steering 2020
The bolt connecting the steering shaft to the steering gear may loosen, possibly resulting in a loss of steering control.
- fuel system, gasoline 2019
The left and right fuel rails may leak fuel.
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 1096 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- This is a Pending Service Solution for a brake noise issue heard when in reverse
- The customer has various complaints about the RSE system and would like to update the software…
- This bulletin contains repair instructions for brake squeal solution
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 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $3800 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl.
In owners' words
Icy road, pulling up to stop sign, at 5-8 MPH , had just pulled out of parking space, touched brakes to slow down, brakes locked up, tried to pump to release brakes with no response, car stopped brakes released.
2018 Audi Q7 owner · NHTSA complaint 11445258
Quick answers
Is the 2018 Audi Q7 reliable?
Yes, better than average by government complaints. It drew 1.2× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 80; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Audi Q7 year by this measure is 2013.
What are the most common 2018 Audi Q7 problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are brakes (21%), electrical (15%) and wheels (15%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2018 Audi Q7 have?
3 safety recalls (latest: body structure). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2018 Audi Q7 get?
21 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2018 Audi Q7 safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2018 Audi Q7 problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 6,800 and 27,800 miles. The middle report was at 15,800 miles, from 33 complaints.
Does the 2018 Audi Q7 have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2018 Audi Q7 cost in fuel a year?
About $3800 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2018 Audi Q7 have?
2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl.
What Audi Q7 year is better than the 2018?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2013, 2019 and 2017.
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