Used Audi Q7 for sale near Southend-On-Sea

CarGurus expert rating: 5 out of 5
CarGurus user rating: 4.6 out of 5
Percentage of good/great deals available on CarGurus: 35.8%
Overall CarGurus rating:* 4.5 out of 5
Available Listings: Around 400
Average Price: Around £32,000

Audi Q7 (2015-present) Pros and Cons

Pros	Cons
Serene ride on air suspension	Strong resale values make used examples expensive
Beautifully made and practical interior	Third row not as roomy as a Land Rover Discovery's
SQ7 is very fast indeed	Styling looks a bit awkward

Quick Summary

The second-generation Audi Q7 (2015-present) is a luxurious, seven-seat SUV that significantly improved upon its predecessor. Audi focused on weight saving, shedding around 240kg, which enhanced ride and handling and improved fuel economy for this large 4x4. The interior is superbly made and luxurious, offering ample space in the first two rows. While the third row isn't as roomy as a Land Rover Discovery's, it's suitable for short trips, and the car boasts a large 780-litre boot, expanding to 1,908 litres with seats folded.

Power typically comes from a 3.0-litre V6 diesel, available in 218hp or 272hp versions, both with quattro all-wheel drive, offering strong pulling power. Adaptive air suspension, though optional, provides a more serene low-speed ride. Running costs are relatively affordable for its class; the 218bhp diesel can achieve around 52.3mpg (official), with real-world mid-30s more likely. Mild-hybrid diesels and the Q7 e-tron offer further efficiency. While insurance groups vary, resale values are strong, making used examples expensive but likely to hold their value well. The SQ7 variant offers exhilarating performance.

Best for: Drivers seeking a luxurious, practical, and well-built seven-seat SUV; those who value advanced technology and a digital cockpit; buyers looking for strong performance (especially the SQ7) with good towing capability; individuals who appreciate strong resale values.

Not ideal for: Budget-conscious buyers, as used examples are expensive; those needing the most spacious third-row seating (e.g., compared to a Land Rover Discovery); drivers who dislike the car's slightly awkward styling.


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The Verdict

You should buy the Q7 if: You're seeking a luxurious, practical, and well-built seven-seat SUV, value advanced technology and a digital cockpit, desire strong performance (especially the SQ7) with good towing capability, or appreciate strong resale values.

Consider alternatives if: You're on a tight budget, require the most spacious third-row seating (e.g., compared to a Land Rover Discovery), or are put off by the car's slightly awkward styling.

Competitive Position: The Audi Q7 (2015-present) stands as a top-tier luxury SUV, offering an exquisitely finished and practical interior, advanced technology, and a serene ride with optional air suspension. Its significant weight reduction from the previous generation improved handling and efficiency. While used examples command higher prices due to strong resale values, and the third row isn't class-leading for space, its overall package of performance, luxury, and practicality makes it a highly competitive choice against rivals like the BMW X5, Volvo XC90, and Land Rover Discovery. The high-performance SQ7 further broadens its appeal.

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*The Overall CarGurus rating: that informs these recommendations is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from February 2026, CarGurus expert reviews, and CarGurus user reviews.