Audi Q7 petrol variant imported into India for homologation

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Audi has imported a petrol powered variant of the Q7 in India for homologation. This indicates that the company plans to launch the car in India in the near future. The imported Q7 petrol is powered by a 2.0-litre TFSI engine that churns out around 249 BHP and 370 Nm of torque.

The new Audi Q7 was launched in India in December last year. It is currently offered with only a 3.0-litre V6 diesel engine that develops 245 BHP @ 2,910-4,500 rpm and 600 Nm of torque @ 1,500-3,000 rpm.

The addition of a petrol variant in the Q7 line-up will allow Audi to sell its high-end SUV in the Delhi-NCR markets. Currently, the Audi Q7 is not available on sale in the National Capital, due to Supreme Court's order that bans the sale of diesel vehicles that have engines bigger than 2,000 cc.

In addition to the Q7 petrol, Audi has also imported a 2.0-litre Q3 diesel for homologation. Since the Q3 currently on sale in India already comes with a 2.0-litre TDI diesel engine, the imported model might feature minor tweaks to the engine's performance and economy figures.