2026 Audi Q7 vs. 2027 Infiniti QX65

TrueCar says the INFINITI QX65's $55,565 MSRP undercuts the Audi Q7's $63,395 by $7,830, and the QX65 offers slightly more cargo space at 14.5 cubic feet with all seats in place versus the Q7's 14.2, plus more front-row legroom (42.1 vs 41.7 inches), though the Q7 has more second-row legroom (38.8 vs 37.7 inches). U.S. News gives the Q7 an 8.9/10 safety score and calls it swanky and stylish with a sporty driving experience for a three-row SUV, refined, quiet, and loaded with luxury features, though criticizing its teensy third row, so-so cargo space, and price that balloons with options, while praising the QX65's sharp styling, comfy front seats, lots of standard equipment, and low price for its segment, but faulting its firm ride, buzzy engine, and snug back seat for a midsize SUV.

Which to choose, and why

$7,830 cheaper QX65, slightly more cargo and front legroom

TrueCar (opens in a new tab) says the INFINITI QX65's $55,565 MSRP undercuts the Audi Q7's $63,395 by $7,830, and the QX65 offers slightly more cargo space at 14.5 cubic feet with all seats in place versus the Q7's 14.2, plus more front-row legroom (42.1 vs 41.7 inches), though the Q7 has more second-row legroom (38.8 vs 37.7 inches).

Q7 rated safer with more luxury; QX65 cheaper with a firmer ride

U.S. News (opens in a new tab) gives the Q7 an 8.9/10 safety score and calls it swanky and stylish with a sporty driving experience for a three-row SUV, refined, quiet, and loaded with luxury features, though criticizing its teensy third row, so-so cargo space, and price that balloons with options, while praising the QX65's sharp styling, comfy front seats, lots of standard equipment, and low price for its segment, but faulting its firm ride, buzzy engine, and snug back seat for a midsize SUV.

Questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper, the Audi Q7 or Infiniti QX65?

TrueCar (opens in a new tab) says the QX65, by $7,830 at MSRP.

Which is rated safer, the Audi Q7 or Infiniti QX65?

U.S. News (opens in a new tab) gives the Q7 an 8.9/10 safety score.

Side-by-side matrix

The published fields that can change the decision.

Audi Q7: 2 records · Infiniti QX65: 1 records.

Decision field	Audi Q7	Infiniti QX65
Exact EPA records	2	1
Model / option labels	2	1
Drive layouts	All-Wheel Drive	All-Wheel Drive
Engines / propulsion	2L 4-cyl SIDI, 3L 6-cyl SIDI; Mild Hybrid	2L 4-cyl SIDI & PFI
Transmissions	Automatic (S8)	Automatic (S9)
Fuel types	Premium	Premium
EPA classes	Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD	Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Combined efficiency	20–22 MPG/MPGe	22 MPG/MPGe
Electric range	Not listed	Not listed
Annual fuel / energy estimate	$3650–4000 per year	$3650 per year

Head to head

Audi Q7 vs. Infiniti QX65: size, power, capability and price.

Measure	Audi Q7	Infiniti QX65
Starting price (KBB base)	$63,295	$55,535
Top trim price (KBB base)	$78,395	$64,135
Horsepower	261-335 hp	268 hp
Torque	273-369 lb-ft	286 lb-ft
0 to 60 mph	5.5-6.7 sec	n/a
Curb weight	4,949-5,137 lb	4,663-4,715 lb
Length	199.6 in	198.9 in
Wheelbase	117.9 in	114.1 in
Cargo volume	68.1 cu ft	35.8 cu ft
Towing capacity	4,400-7,700 lb	6,000 lb
Seating	7 seats	n/a
Basic warranty	4 years	4 years

Figures are ranges across each model’s trims from Kelley Blue Book records (2026 and 2027 model years); prices are KBB base prices.

The Infiniti QX65 starts $7,760 lower: $55,535 against $63,295 before options and fees.
On peak horsepower, the Audi Q7 leads: 335 hp against 268 hp.
On peak torque, the Audi Q7 leads: 369 lb-ft against 286 lb-ft.
The Infiniti QX65 is lighter, comparing lightest trims: 4,663 lb against 4,949 lb.
On length, the Audi Q7 leads: 199.6 in against 198.9 in.
On wheelbase, the Audi Q7 leads: 117.9 in against 114.1 in.
On cargo volume, the Audi Q7 leads: 68.1 cu ft against 35.8 cu ft.
On maximum towing capacity, the Audi Q7 leads: 7,700 lb against 6,000 lb.
Both list the same basic warranty: 4 years.

Background on each vehicle

What public sources say about the Audi Q7 and the Infiniti QX65.

2026 Audi Q7

The Audi Q7 is a 2- and 3-row E-segment SUV made by the German manufacturer Audi, unveiled in September 2005 at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Production of the Q7 began in November 2005 at the Volkswagen Bratislava Plant in Bratislava, Slovakia. The Q7 was the first SUV sold by Audi and went on sale in 2006.

Safety: Despite its multiple airbags and safety electronics, such as Electronic Stability Programme (ESP), the Q7 scored four stars out of five () in the Euro NCAP crash test for adult occupant protection. According to Audi, this was caused by a design error, and has since been fixed in cars manufactured after the test which should allegedly lead to five stars.

Source: Audi Q7 (Wikipedia)

NHTSA rated the 2025 Audi Q7 overall 5 of 5 stars, front crash 4 of 5 stars, side crash 5 of 5 stars, rollover 4 of 5 stars.

Recent recalls (4 campaigns across the latest model years)

December 2025, Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera. Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply… Consequence: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
November 2025, Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage. Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 Audi RS Q8, Audi Q8, Audi Q7, and Audi SQ8 vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat belt buckles may be missing a rivet that secures the buckle to the seat belt… Consequence: A seat belt that is missing a rivet may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
April 2024, Air Bags:Sensor:Occupant Classification:Front Passenger. Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Audi S5 Cabriolet, A4 Allroad, Q5 Sportback, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, SQ7, TT Coupe, TT Roadster, RS5 Sportback, 2024 A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q8, RSQ8, 2023-2024 Q3, Q5, and Q7… Consequence: A deactivated front passenger air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Owners filed 16 complaints with NHTSA for the 2025 Audi Q7, most often about unknown or other (5), electrical system (4), forward collision avoidance (4).

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Comparison answer desk

12 answers for this exact pairing.

Q01Which is more efficient: the 2026 Audi Q7 or the 2027 Infiniti QX65?

Efficiency

The 2027 Infiniti QX65 lists the higher combined-efficiency midpoint in this snapshot (22 vs. the 2026 Audi Q7's 21 MPG/MPGe).