2017 Audi Q7 gets 2.0L turbocharged four-cyl

Audi is expanding the Q7’s lineup with the addition of the automaker’s 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder. According to Audi, the 2.0L equipped Q7 is faster, lighter and more efficient than the previous generation Q7 3.0T V6.

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Audi is expanding the Q7’s lineup with the addition of the automaker’s 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder. According to Audi, the 2.0L equipped Q7 is faster, lighter and more efficient than the previous generation Q7 3.0T V6.

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The 2.0L generates 252 hp and 273 lb-ft of torque, which accelerates the 2017 Q7 from 0-60 mph a half-second faster than the previous generation old 3.0T V6 model. It’s also 22 percent more fuel efficient, with a 22 mpg city/highway combined rating. Q7 2.0T can tow up to 4,400 pounds.

Pricing for the Q7 2.0T starts at $49,950. The Q7 2.0T models will go on sale in early 2017.

Source: Audi