AUDI Q7 S LINE 45 TDI MHEV QUAT A (2020)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 703 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
92%
Total Tests (2024)
703
Avg Mileage
38,332 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,690
Is the 2020 AUDI Q7 S LINE 45 TDI MHEV QUAT A reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 10 points above the national average of 82%.
At 4 years old, 92% of AUDI Q7 S LINE 45 TDI MHEV QUAT As from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 703 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 38,332 miles.
How does the 2020 AUDI Q7 S LINE 45 TDI MHEV QUAT A compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2020 AUDI Q7 S LINE 45 TDI MHEV QUAT A has 38,332 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-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 S LINE 45 TDI MHEV QUAT A?
The most reliable year is the 2022 model with a 98% MOT pass rate, while the 2021 model has the lowest at 91%. The 2020 sits between the two at 92%.
How much does a 2020 AUDI Q7 S LINE 45 TDI MHEV QUAT A 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 S LINE 45 TDI MHEV QUAT A by Year
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About the 2020 AUDI Q7 S LINE 45 TDI MHEV QUAT A
The 2020 AUDI Q7 S LINE 45 TDI MHEV QUAT A is a premium performance with a 2967cc diesel engine. 703 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 2020, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.
With an average of 38,332 miles at 4 years old, AUDI Q7 S LINE 45 TDI MHEV QUAT A owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2020 AUDI Q7 S LINE 45 TDI MHEV QUAT A Fuel Costs
The 2967cc diesel engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 40 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,245 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2020 AUDI Q7 S LINE 45 TDI MHEV QUAT A?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,690 (£141/month), broken down as £1245 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 92% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
AUDI Q7 S LINE 45 TDI MHEV QUAT A Reliability Trend
The AUDI Q7 S LINE 45 TDI MHEV QUAT A has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 1 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2020 AUDI Q7 S LINE 45 TDI MHEV QUAT A
At 4 years old, the AUDI Q7 S LINE 45 TDI MHEV QUAT A offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2022 model has the highest pass rate at 98%.
Alternatives to the 2020 AUDI Q7 S LINE 45 TDI MHEV QUAT A
The AUDI Q7 S LINE 45 TDI MHEV QUAT A is actually the most reliable option among similar diesel premium performances from this era. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines:
- MERCEDES E (2019) 90% pass rate (-2%) from 41,000 tests
- MERCEDES GLC (2018) 91% pass rate (-1%) from 40,494 tests
- FORD RANGER (2019) 87% pass rate (-5%) from 32,194 tests
- LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER VELAR (2018) 91% pass rate (-1%) from 29,640 tests