Audi Q7 60 TFSI vs Ford Explorer ST

Audi Q7 60 TFSI

Suv · Gasoline · AWD

Ford Explorer ST

Suv · Gasoline

Car A

Audi Q7 60 TFSI

A powerful AWD seven-seater that blends strong V6 performance with generous space, making it well-suited to large families and long road trips. Its size and 9.3 L/100 km consumption make it less ideal for dense city use or enthusiastic performance driving.

7 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety9.3 L/100kmAWD

Car B

Ford Explorer ST

A 7-seat, power-rich family model with useful cargo space, the Explorer ST suits large families and road trips. Expect quick acceleration but higher fuel use and less city-friendly manners.

7 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety400 hp

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Usage fit

Family 93 / 84

City 28 / 23

Budget / value 49 / 44

Road trip 82 / 67

Performance 38 / 30

Cargo 61 / 46

Practical 63 / 54

Premium 60 / 42

Winter 80 / 40

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi Q7 60 TFSI · Orange = Ford Explorer ST

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi Q7 60 TFSI Ford Explorer ST

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Pros & cons

Audi Q7 60 TFSI

Seven seats and an 865 L cargo area suit large families and road trips.
340 hp and 500 Nm deliver confident passing and merging.
0–100 km/h in 5.7 s is quick for a three-row SUV.
AWD traction and a strong safety ranking support year-round family use.
At 9.3 L/100 km combined, fuel use may be high for city-heavy commutes.
Large footprint can be cumbersome in tight streets and parking garages.
Emphasizes family practicality over track-style performance.
Premium purchase price for a V6 AWD three-row SUV.

Ford Explorer ST

Quick acceleration and strong passing power from a twin‑turbo V6 (0–100 km/h in 5.3 s, 400 hp).
Seats 7 with a 595 L trunk, accommodating family gear on long trips.
Ranks strongly for horsepower and safety among key metrics.
High torque (563 Nm) and 200 km/h top speed support confident highway cruising.
Combined consumption of 12.3 L/100 km is on the thirsty side.
Less suited to city driving per its usage profile.
Not aimed at track-style performance despite the power.
Price around 58,000 may stretch some budgets.

Verdict

Pick Audi Q7 60 TFSI if…

Best fuel economy

Audi Q7 60 TFSI uses 9.3 L/100km vs 12.3 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Ford Explorer ST if…

More power

Ford Explorer ST puts out 400 hp vs 340 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Audi Q7 60 TFSI

Ford Explorer ST

Verdict

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