Spy Shots: Revamped Audi Q7 snapped in Atlanta
by Dan Roth on Mar 27th 2009 at 7:29PM 
2011 Audi Q7 spy shots - Click above for a gallery
Cellphone cameras and the internet give pretty much anyone with a sharp eye the potential to be an automotive spy photographer.
Fourtitude/Car Lounge member AutoUnion32 has posted some spy shots (originally taken by TheAudiGuy from QuattroWorld) of what looks to be Audi's refreshed Q7 wearing S-Line trim while cruising along in Atlanta traffic. The subtly-updated Q is expected in showrooms as a 2011 model. The look of the more aggressive front and rear fascias, as well as the quarry's large alloy wheels, are what lead us down the S-Line speculation path. There's talk of the 3.0-liter TFSI mill taking over base engine duties, but that'll likely occur after this refresh drops. Thanks to tipster Teg!
Gallery: Audi Q7 facelift
[Source: Fourtitude]
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 2)
srDRIVEN 7:33PM (3/27/2009)
Make mine a TDI!
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superman211 8:37PM (3/27/2009)
V12
fnjeep314 11:11PM (3/27/2009)
Actually those are my pics, since I live in Atlanta. Check QuattroWorld.com in the Q7 forum.
-TheAudiGuy
P.V. 7:38PM (3/27/2009)
It looks a bit nicer than the current model; that said, I still don't like it very much (it's bloatedness makes it one of the few Audis I dislike).
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I am Rich 7:40PM (3/27/2009)
I agree. I like Audis (RS6 comes to mind), but this one...not so much.
Taglane 7:58PM (3/27/2009)
I think its a decent suv. Unlike some fugly BMW X6's.... I mean *SUV's* out there.
Sektor 7:45PM (3/27/2009)
The pictures are too blurry to say anything; but hey, it's an Audi.
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JDMlover 8:01PM (3/27/2009)
Decent...looks more rich.
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superman211 8:38PM (3/27/2009)
They do really well in deep snow or mud but they look kind of awkward on the road. The Cayenne is a better Urban SUV but this is way better off road.
MikeW 11:48PM (3/27/2009)
I think you have that backwards.
The Cayenne has a low range and a lock on the center differential, and rear differential.
The Q7-no low range, and only a torsen center differential.
sbessette91 8:04PM (3/27/2009)
Ha. Typical Atlanta. I just got home from sitting in an hour and a half of that stuff.
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anthony 8:12PM (3/27/2009)
I hope the facelift includes a weight reduction.
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Mobius_1 10:48PM (3/27/2009)
The typical plastic surgeon procedures?
Randy 8:39PM (3/27/2009)
I wouldn't mind sporting an X6, regardless of its flaws. It still looks smokin' going down the road (unlike the Q7...).
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dave0mary 9:36PM (3/27/2009)
Anyone remember the Chrysler Turbine ?(can't remember name). I was about 10-11 when I saw one driving from Chicago to St, Louis on I-55 WAY back in the early 60's! Made me an instant car nut.
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Bradly 9:59PM (3/27/2009)
I'm gonna get flamed for this but the tall tires and the way the fenders are slightly flared give it a newer awkward-looking Dodge Durango look. I don't really care for it. I like the current model better.
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Kumar 9:55AM (3/28/2009)
Subaru has taken to the high wheel arches too. I guess they all think it signals you have all wheel drive or something.
Interesting rear hatch. I'm guessing the lighted bumper is needed for safety reasons, since a raised trunk lid will mean your running/brake/reverse lights will all be pointed skyward.
Edmond Dantes 8:09AM (3/28/2009)
What.
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AvantS4 9:45AM (3/28/2009)
TheAudiGuy on Quattroworld took those pictures.
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Rick C. 10:51AM (3/28/2009)
Oh look. Yet another high riding, enlarged in all dimensions, hatchback.
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