AUDI Q7 (2022)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 36 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
94%
Total Tests (2024)
36
Avg Mileage
17,778 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,037
Is the 2022 AUDI Q7 reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 12 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the AUDI brand average of 90%.
At 2 years old, 94% of AUDI Q7s from 2022 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 36 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 17,778 miles.
How does the 2022 AUDI Q7 compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2022 AUDI Q7 has 17,778 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 14,800 miles for a 2-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
Best year to buy a AUDI Q7?
The most reliable year is the 2021 model with a 93% MOT pass rate, while the 2008 model has the lowest at 84%. The 2022 sits between the two at 94%.
How much does a 2022 AUDI Q7 cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
AUDI Q7 by Year
| Year | Pass Rate | Tests | Avg Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 94% | 36 | 17,778 mi |
| 2021 | 93% | 388 | 28,769 mi |
| 2020 | 92% | 185 | 41,767 mi |
| 2019 | 91% | 8,422 | 50,096 mi |
| 2018 | 89% | 10,903 | 61,247 mi |
| 2017 | 89% | 12,473 | 71,562 mi |
| 2016 | 88% | 11,128 | 79,377 mi |
| 2015 | 89% | 7,285 | 86,528 mi |
| 2014 | 90% | 7,813 | 93,145 mi |
| 2013 | 89% | 7,685 | 102,228 mi |
| 2012 | 88% | 5,499 | 107,801 mi |
| 2011 | 88% | 4,108 | 114,935 mi |
| 2010 | 86% | 3,769 | 120,905 mi |
| 2009 | 85% | 3,093 | 132,824 mi |
| 2008 | 84% | 5,118 | 136,426 mi |
| 2007 | 84% | 7,283 | 143,640 mi |
| 2006 | 86% | 2,965 | 145,093 mi |
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About the 2022 AUDI Q7
The 2022 AUDI Q7 is a premium performance with a 3000cc petrol engine. 36 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2022, the average MOT pass rate is 94%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.
With an average of 17,778 miles at 2 years old, AUDI Q7 owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2022 AUDI Q7 Fuel Costs
The 3000cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2022 AUDI Q7?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,037 (£170/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 94% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
AUDI Q7 Reliability Trend
Newer AUDI Q7s show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 4 percentage points.
Alternatives to the 2022 AUDI Q7
If reliability is your priority, there are 2 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- AUDI Q5 (2020) 95% pass rate (+1%) from 16,809 tests
- BMW X3 (2020) 92% pass rate (-2%) from 13,187 tests
- PORSCHE MACAN (2020) 96% pass rate (+2%) from 11,663 tests
- MERCEDES GLC (2020) 94% pass rate (same) from 9,614 tests