Used Audi SQ7 for Sale nearDes Moines, IA

Is the Audi SQ7 a good car?

Yes — the Audi SQ7 is a strong used pick if you want a luxury SUV with a polished cabin, serious performance, and easy-to-use technology. The all-generations owner rating is 5/5 across every model year in the data.

Expert reviews rate the 2020 model among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs are a potentially polarizing design, plus the cost and size that come with a high-performance luxury SUV.

32.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Audi SQ7 models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the Audi SQ7 very highly, and the available expert commentary reinforces that with praise for its comfortable ride, strong powertrain, and user-friendly tech. The SQ7 also earns credit for a cabin that feels substantial and well put together.

• Owners rate the Audi SQ7 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by checking service history carefully and prioritizing well-kept examples.

What should I look for when buying a used Audi SQ7?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 86.9% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2021 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Audi pre-sense basic and front, parking system plus with front and rear acoustic sensors, and top-view camera system with Virtual 360.
• Infotainment: Audi’s MMI infotainment system with twin touchscreens, haptic response, wireless Apple CarPlay, and Audi Virtual Cockpit plus.
• Fuel efficiency: The EPA estimates fuel economy at 15 mpg city/21 mpg highway/17 mpg combined.

Which Audi SQ7 trim should I buy?

The 2020 Audi SQ7 offers these trims:

• SQ7: The 2020 SQ7 combines a turbocharged 4.0-liter V8, an eight-speed automatic transmission, Quattro all-wheel drive, sport-tuned adaptive air suspension with damper control, twin touchscreens, Audi Virtual Cockpit, and a strong suite of driver-assistance tech; it suits you if you want the full performance-and-luxury experience in one package.

What Audi SQ7 do most buyers choose?

The Audi SQ7 years with the most listings are 2022, 2024, and 2023.

Higher-volume years usually give you more choices on mileage, color, and condition, which makes it easier to find a well-priced example that fits your needs. They also tend to be the years shoppers cross-shop most often, so pricing and availability are usually easier to compare.

Is the Audi SQ7 safe?

• 2020: 7/10

The 2020 SQ7 includes Audi pre-sense basic and front, parking system plus with front and rear acoustic sensors, and top-view camera system with Virtual 360.

For the safest used buy, the 2020 model posts the highest confirmed score of 7/10.

Should I buy a used Audi SQ7 now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Sweet-spot year: The 2022 model has the most listings. The Audi SQ7 offers a comfortable, sporty, and upscale driving experience with a cabin that feels refined and substantial.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The latest model pairs a turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 with 500 horsepower, 568 pound-feet of torque, and a 48-volt mild-hybrid system that can recover up to 12 kilowatts of power.
• Tech: The latest model includes Audi’s MMI infotainment system, wireless Apple CarPlay, Audi Virtual Cockpit plus, and a 4G LTE WiFi hotspot.
• Safety: The latest model adds active lane assist with emergency assist, adaptive cruise control, side assist, Audi pre sense rear with rear-cross traffic assist and vehicle exit warning, intersection assist, and a top-view camera system with virtual 360-degree views.
• Starting price: The 2020 Audi SQ7 starts at $84,800 MSRP.

If you're buying used today, the 2022 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.