Used Audi SQ7 for Sale nearWinston Salem, NC

Is the Audi SQ7 a good car?

Yes — the Audi SQ7 is a strong used pick if you want a luxury three-row SUV with a comfortable cabin, strong 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 its potentially polarizing design, its price, and the fact that some of the most advanced driver-assistance features are available rather than standard.

35.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Audi SQ7 models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the Audi SQ7 at the top of the scale, and the expert review data points to a comfortable, well-built SUV with strong performance and user-friendly tech. That combination suggests a used SQ7 can be a reassuring choice if you want a premium family hauler with a polished feel.

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

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk looks manageable if you verify history carefully and focus on well-kept examples.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 85.6% — 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:

• Infotainment: Audi’s MMI infotainment system with twin touchscreens, Audi Virtual Cockpit plus, and wireless Apple CarPlay.
• Fuel efficiency: 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 centers on a turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 with 500 horsepower, an eight-speed automatic, Quattro all-wheel drive, and standard sport-tuned adaptive air suspension with damper control; it suits you if you want the SQ7’s full performance and comfort package in one model.

What Audi SQ7 do most buyers choose?

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

Those higher-volume years tend to be the easiest places to shop because you get more inventory to compare and a better chance of finding the color, mileage, and condition you want. They also tend to be the years where you can balance selection with a healthy share of good and great deals.

Is the Audi SQ7 safe?

• 2020: 7/10

The SQ7’s advanced driver-assistance suite includes 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.

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, upscale cabin with strong performance and a polished driving feel.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The latest model pairs a turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 with 500 horsepower, 568 pound-feet of torque, an eight-speed automatic transmission, and a mild-hybrid system that can recover up to 12 kilowatts of power.
• Tech: The latest model includes Audi’s MMI infotainment system, Audi Virtual Cockpit plus, wireless Apple CarPlay, 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: $84,800.

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.

How does the 2020 Audi SQ7 compare to the 2021 BMW X7?

Expert Pros & Cons (per CarGurus review team)

2020 Audi SQ7:

• Pros: Comfortable, Powerful engine, Easy-to-use technology.
• Cons: Potentially polarizing design.

2021 BMW X7:

• Pros: Multiple powertrain options, Great handling, Powerful engine.
• Cons: Advanced safety features are not standard.

Our experts score the 2020 Audi SQ7 7.5/10 and the 2021 BMW X7 7.7/10. The SQ7 stands out for comfort, a powerful engine, and easy-to-use technology, while the X7 brings multiple powertrain options and great handling. The BMW also has a lower starting MSRP, but the Audi delivers stronger fuel economy in the city and a more distinctive design.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 27, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.