CKD Audi Q7 now open for booking in Malaysia – 3.0L V6, mild hybrid, from RM469k

Audi Malaysia has officially opened bookings for the locally-assembled Audi Q7, marking a major milestone for the brand as it introduces its first-ever CKD model in Malaysia and Southeast Asia. Slated to launch next month, the seven-seater luxury SUV arrives in a single, high-spec 3.0 TFSI S line variant, with an estimated price range between RM469,000 and RM489,000.

The estimated price positions the Audi Q7 competitively in the full-sized premium SUV segment, undercutting both the BMW X5 xDrive50e (from RM494,800) and the Mercedes-Benz GLE450 (from RM524,888). Of the three, only the Audi and Mercedes offer standard seven-seat configurations.

Under the hood of the CKD Audi Q7 lies a 3.0-litre turbocharged TFSI V6, the same engine found in the Volkswagen Touareg, but tuned with a 50 Nm torque boost for this application. The final output is an impressive:

340 PS from 5,200 to 6,400 rpm
500 Nm of torque from 1,370 to 4,500 rpm

Also included is a 48-volt mild hybrid system, allowing the SUV to coast with the engine off for up to 40 seconds between 55 and 160 km/h, enhancing efficiency. The engine is paired with an 8-speed ZF automatic transmission and quattro permanent all-wheel drive.

Performance is strong despite the Q7’s size, with the 0–100 km/h sprint dispatched in 5.6 seconds — four tenths quicker than the Touareg — before hitting a top speed of 250 km/h (electronically limited).

This Malaysian-spec Audi Q7 is based on the second facelift of the second-generation model, previously sold here at RM599,900. Now assembled locally, the refreshed Q7 brings a sharper and more aggressive look:

New front fascia with sharper HD Matrix LED headlights and laser high beams
Octagonal Singleframe grille with open hexagonal mesh
Vertical air inlets, and OLED taillights with customisable light signatures
Black Styling Package Plus with gloss black accents on the grille, mirrors, and trims
22-inch Audi Sport V-spoke two-tone alloy wheels

Standard fitment of the S Line package also adds unique front and rear bumpers, body-coloured wheel arches, and a more athletic stance overall.

Inside, the Q7 continues to blur the line between SUV and tech-laden lounge, featuring a layout reminiscent of the Q8. At the heart of the cabin are:

12.3-inch Audi Virtual Cockpit with 3D display of surrounding traffic
10.1-inch upper infotainment touchscreen (MIB 3 platform)
8.6-inch lower touchscreen for HVAC and vehicle functions
Four-zone automatic climate control

The S Line package continues inside with power-adjustable sports seats in quilted Valcona leather, complete with heating, ventilation, memory, and lumbar support. A flat-bottomed steering wheel completes the sporty aesthetic.

The CKD Q7 comes fully loaded with high-end features aimed at enhancing convenience, safety, and driving pleasure:

Comfort & Tech

Head-up display
Soft-closing doors
Rear side window sunshades
Qi wireless phone charging
Audi Connect navigation system
Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
19-speaker Bang & Olufsen 3D sound system
Hands-free powered tailgate

Driver Assistance & Safety

360-degree camera system & park assist
Adaptive air suspension (sport-tuned)
Rear-wheel steering
Adaptive cruise control with stop & go
Autonomous emergency braking (AEB)
Lane keeping assist & blind spot monitoring
Evasive steering assist
Rear cross traffic alert & reverse AEB
Door opening warning
Adaptive high beam

With the CKD Audi Q7, Audi Malaysia finally takes a bold step toward greater local presence, offering Ingolstadt’s flagship seven-seater SUV with all the performance, luxury, and tech one would expect from the brand — now at a more attainable price point. Strong on spec and strong on value, the locally-assembled Q7 is set to stir up the premium SUV segment.

Bookings are now open, with the official launch happening next month.