Q7 I (4L) vs CX-9 I (TB): which is better?
Audi Q7 I (4L) (2005–2015) vs Mazda CX-9 I (TB) (2006–2016): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Audi Q7 I (4L)Specifications
| Audi Q7 I (4L) | Mazda CX-9 I (TB) | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2005–2015 | 2006–2016 |
| Body | crossover SUV | crossover SUV |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 3.6 FSI V6 | 3.7 V6 |
| Power, up to | 280 hp | 277 hp |
| Torque, up to | 360 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Gearbox | automatic | automatic |
| Drive | all-wheel drive | all-wheel drive |
| Length | 5 086 mm | 5 095 mm |
| Width | 1 983 mm | 1 935 mm |
| Height | 1 737 mm | 1 730 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3 002 mm | 2 875 mm |
| Fuel tank | 100 L | 76 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 69 075 ₸ | ≈ 69 775 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Audi Q7 I (4L)
Pros
- Gearbox Aisin automatic: generally reliable
- Powerful versions: up to 280 hp
- All-wheel-drive versions available
- Large fuel tank: 100 L
Cons
- Gearbox Aisin automatic: valve body wear at high mileage
Gearbox (Aisin automatic): generally reliable; at high mileage — valve body wear.
Mazda CX-9 I (TB)
Pros
- Gearbox Aisin automatic: generally reliable
- Powerful versions: up to 277 hp
- All-wheel-drive versions available
- Large fuel tank: 76 L
Cons
- Gearbox Aisin automatic: valve body wear at high mileage
Gearbox (Aisin automatic): generally reliable; at high mileage — valve body wear.
Which one to choose
- Q7 I (4L) — if you care more about: power, wheelbase, fuel tank, kz tax 2026.
- CX-9 I (TB) — if you care more about: torque.
The condition of a specific car matters more than the model: check the service history and get the engine and gearbox inspected before buying.
FAQ
Which is more powerful: Q7 I (4L) or CX-9 I (TB)?
Q7 I (4L): up to 280 hp, CX-9 I (TB): up to 277 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: Q7 I (4L) — about 69 075 ₸, CX-9 I (TB) — about 69 775 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.
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