Audi Q7 vs RAM 1500
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Audi Q7

$74,990 - $117,777

2025 price

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RAM 1500

$109,950 - $249,950

2026 price

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Summary

2025 Audi Q7

2026 RAM 1500

By Chris Thompson

By Byron Mathioudakis

Safety Rating

Engine Type

Turbo V6, 3.0L

Fuel Type

Diesel/Electric

Fuel Efficiency

7.0L/100km (combined)

Seating

Likes

Extremely comfortable
Sensible tech and ergonomics
Design still looks current

Massive space and refinement
Engineering sophistication
A strong heart

Dislikes

Thirst for fuel
Lack of front row storage
Occasional drivetrain hesitation

Expensive
Not as economical as hoped
Poor warranty coverage

2025 Audi Q7 Summary

The updated Audi Q7 is a bit of a game of ‘spot the difference’ - but even though it’s far from a new generation, the update is more than just some shiny new bits.

While the brand’s first SUV is still in its second generation, a bit of modernised design and some tech tweaks are aimed at keeping it in line with rivals, even as it nears a decade on sale.

As well as the new features, there’s also a new variant bound for Aussie showrooms. So, is it still up to the task?

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2026 RAM 1500 Summary

Fancy a Ford Ranger Wildtrak, Toyota HiLux Rogue or Isuzu D-Max Blade, but need something that’s a bit bigger, bolder and brawnier?

Behold the Ram 1500 Rebel. No, not a Rambler Rebel from the Mad Men era, but a full-sized pick-up truck that’s aimed at younger and/or more-adventure-minded buyers.

Rivalling the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 ZR2, it brings a sporty off-road vibe to Australia’s best-selling big US-made ute. Let’s check it out.

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Deep dive comparison

2025 Audi Q7 2026 RAM 1500

Verdict

Overall, changes to the Q7 aren’t quite revolutionary, but that’s okay because it was already a fantastic large SUV.

The fact Audi has kept the price around the same mark and introduced a cheaper entry-grade should be welcome news for prospective buyers.

But even the existing variants are capable and impressive family haulers… and now they’re just that little bit better.

Note: CarsGuide attended this event as a guest of the manufacturer, with travel, accommodation and meals provided.

Verdict

As with all current-generation Ram 1500s, the Rebel remains one of our favourite full-sized American utes on the Australian market.

Yes, it is not cheap, and a few items standard on the Laramie Sport have been deleted for better or worse, but the Rebel offers better off-road capability without losing any of the regular 1500’s driver enjoyment, comfort, refinement and overall class.

An upsized Ranger Wildtrak with more civility than its redneck reputation suggests.

Audi Q7 vs RAM 1500 What's the difference?

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Audi Q7 vs RAM 1500
What's the difference?