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| Q7 | QX60 | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Audi | Infiniti |
| Starting price | $62,000 | $51,200 |
| Monthly payment | $721 | $595 |
| Fuel type | Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Fuel economy | 20.0 mpg | 24.0 mpg |
| CO₂ emissions | 406 g/mi–443 g/mi | 372 g/mi–373 g/mi |
| Annual maintenance cost | — | — |
The Audi Q7 commonly has electrical system issues reported across the 2019 to 2026 model years. Owners report intermittent dashboard warning lights, infotainment screen freezes, and sensor errors. These faults can require control module diagnostics or replacement and may reduce confidence in the vehicle's reliability.
Suspension problems are a commonly reported issue area for the 2019-2026 Audi Q7. Symptoms include uneven ride height, a harsh or noisy ride, and failure of air suspension components such as air struts or the compressor. If air springs fail, the vehicle can sit low or become immobile, and repairs are expensive.
Forward collision avoidance is a reported problem area across the covered model years, with the 2025 model year specifically cited for owner complaints. Symptoms can include false alerts or unresponsive collision warnings that may require sensor calibration or replacement. Related ADAS repairs typically cost several hundred to over a thousand dollars.
Yes, the 2025 Audi Q7 has two recorded owner complaints related to the lane departure system. Symptoms may include unresponsive lane departure warnings or false alerts. The research does not provide a specific repair cost for this subcategory.
Yes, the 2025 Audi Q7 has two recorded owner complaints related to the back over prevention system. Symptoms may include rear cross-traffic alerts failing or activating incorrectly. The research does not provide a specific repair cost for this subcategory.
The 2019-2020 QX60 with the 3.5L V6 and Jatco CVT can experience shuddering, slipping, and complete transmission failure. Symptoms include vibration at 10-60 mph, hesitant acceleration, and loss of power. If ignored, the transmission fails and requires replacement, costing $4,000-$6,000. A class-action settlement provides an extended warranty up to 8 years/80,000 miles for eligible vehicles.
Yes, a 2023 safety recall (NHTSA campaign 23V-412) affects the 2022-2023 QX60 with a faulty fuel pump impeller. The impeller can swell, causing the pump to fail and the engine to stall without warning, which can lead to loss of power steering and braking. The dealer replaces the fuel pump assembly for free under the recall.
The 2022-2024 QX60 with the ZF 9-speed automatic transmission may exhibit harsh downshifts, clunking, and delayed engagement due to valve body wear or software calibration issues. A dealership can often resolve the problem with a transmission control module reprogramming costing $100-$200. If the valve body needs replacement, the cost rises to $1,500-$2,500.
The 12.3-inch infotainment system in the 2022-2024 QX60 can freeze, go black, or have unresponsive controls due to software bugs. A dealer software update costs $150-$250, while a head unit replacement is $1,500-$2,000. The issue may also disable navigation, backup camera, and climate controls.
Audi Q7 and Infiniti QX60 suit different driving needs. The main differences below cover price, monthly payment, fuel economy, and running costs.
Q7 starts at $62,000; QX60 starts at $51,200. The difference is $10,800, making QX60 about 17% cheaper before financing.
Estimated monthly payment: Q7 — $721; QX60 — $595. The difference is $126 per month, with QX60 lower.
The models use different powertrains: Q7 — Hybrid; QX60 — Gasoline. The better choice depends on your daily route and access to charging.
The final choice is about more than numbers: annual distance, city or highway use, and the space your household needs all matter. Use the CarPayCheck.com calculator to apply your financing terms and evaluate both cars in your situation.
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