Quick Answer: The 2027 Audi Q9 at a Glance
The 2027 Audi Q9 is the brand's first full-size SUV and its new flagship, and it arrives in three trims: Premium, Premium Plus, and Prestige. Audi has published a starting MSRP of $87,700 for the Premium, before a $1,395 destination charge ($89,095 with destination included). Industry listings place the Premium Plus near $93,300 and the Prestige near $102,400, but those two figures have not come from Audi, so confirm them with the dealer. Every Q9 pairs a 429-horsepower twin-turbo 2.9-liter V6 with quattro all-wheel drive, seats seven (six with the optional captain's chairs), and includes Audi Signature Care scheduled maintenance for three years or 30,000 miles. Audi says the Q9 reaches U.S. dealerships in the fourth quarter of 2026; Audi Queens, at 30-35 College Point Blvd in Flushing, can walk you through ordering and arrival timing.
Total price, including every dealer-imposed charge: $89,270 all in for the 2027 Q9 Premium. That total includes the $1,395 destination charge and the $175 documentation fee (an optional dealer charge, not a New York State or DMV fee) on top of a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $87,700; it excludes state and local taxes, title, registration, and any optional equipment.
A flagship measured in inches
Audi gave this SUV a number it has never used before, and the dimensions explain why. The Q9 stretches 209.0 inches long on a 123.5-inch wheelbase, stands 86.8 inches wide and 71.4 inches tall, and Audi calls it the most spacious car it has built. Up front you get a tall, upright Singleframe grille that runs deep into the lower bumper; around back the license plate moves down into the bumper to leave a clean tailgate. Roof rails are standard, a roof rack is included, and the standard exterior is the advanced line look, with an S line exterior offered on launch edition cars. Wheels run from 21 to 23 inches, and the 21- and 22-inch designs wear all-season run-flat tires.
For anyone cross-shopping, the useful comparison is simple: this is the Audi you consider when a Q7 no longer has quite enough room for the people and the gear you actually carry.
Three rows that actually get used
Every seat in the Q9 is power-adjustable.
The seven-seat layout is standard, and Audi says even the third row has adult-sized room, helped by that long wheelbase. Every seat adjusts by motor. The second row splits 35/30/35, slides fore and aft, and the outer second-row seat glides forward on its own so a passenger can reach the third row without anyone removing a child seat first, which matters if a front-facing seat is installed there. LATCH anchors sit in all second- and third-row seats. Each third-row seatback drops at the push of a button, and the folding controls are also reachable from the cargo area.
Prefer a lounge to a bench? A six-seat layout with power-adjustable second-row captain's chairs is optional. Cargo space is quoted at 19.3 cubic feet behind the third row, up to 50.0 behind the second, and as much as 87.7 with both rear rows folded. An aluminum rail system along the sides of the cargo area takes sliding hooks and adjustable anchors, so bags stay put on the drive home. Power-assisted doors on all four corners add one more daily convenience; they use sensors to stop short of traffic, pedestrians, and cyclists, and they close softly on their own.
Power, ride, and what it does around town
Under the hood sits a 2.9-liter twin-turbo V6 making 429 horsepower and 442 lb-ft of torque through an eight-speed Tiptronic transmission, with quattro all-wheel drive standard. Audi quotes 0-60 mph in 4.9 seconds. The V6 runs on premium gasoline, and because the Q9 is brand new, the EPA has not published fuel-economy ratings yet, so this guide prints none; Audi Queens can share them as soon as they exist.
The ride is built around adaptive air suspension, standard on every trim. It adjusts damping continuously, offers a 3.5-inch span between its lowest and highest settings, and can drop the body 2.4 inches at a stop to make stepping out easier. Audi drive select offers six modes: balanced, comfort, dynamic, offroad, individual, and an assistant mode that chooses for you. Our guide to Audi driving modes explains what the modes do in everyday terms.
Technology you can see from the driver's seat
One curved OLED panel carries the cluster and the touch screen.
One curved OLED panel holds the 11.9-inch virtual cockpit and the 14.5-inch MMI touch display, and a 12.3-inch passenger display comes standard with a privacy mode that keeps video from distracting the driver. The software runs on Android Automotive, with an Audi app store built into the car, so third-party apps do not depend on a phone. The center console carries a dual Qi2.2 wireless charger, and optional USB-C Power Delivery ports reach all three rows at 45 to 100 watts. A panoramic sunroof is standard, the largest Audi has ever fitted, and an ambient lighting package with a light strip spanning the cabin width is included on all trims.
Parking something this size in Queens
Flushing streets and parking garages were not drawn with a 209-inch SUV in mind, and Audi clearly knows it. A 360-degree camera system and park assist plus, which handles steering, throttle, and braking for parallel and perpendicular spaces, are both standard. Blind spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic assist are standard too, and the Prestige adds all-wheel steering that turns the rear wheels up to 5 degrees to tighten the turning circle at low speed. The dealership at 30-35 College Point Blvd is a short drive from the Whitestone Expressway and the Long Island Expressway, which makes a proper test drive easy to schedule.
Pick your 2027 Q9
Q9 Premium · from $87,700 MSRP (Audi-published)
The full 429-hp V6, quattro, three rows, air suspension, panoramic roof, and the 360-degree camera, all standard.
Q9 Premium Plus · listed near $93,300 (confirm with dealer)
Adds adaptive cruise assist plus, Audi's hands-free highway driving, at speeds up to 85 mph on approved segments.
Q9 Prestige · listed near $102,400 (confirm with dealer)
Curved digital OLED taillights, ambient lighting plus, door-sill projection lights, and all-wheel steering.
What Audi Queens customers say
No customer has reviewed a Q9 yet, because the model is only now reaching dealerships. What the store's Google reviews do show is how the team treats people who buy bigger three-row Audis. One Q7 buyer wrote: "I had an excellent experience purchasing a Q7 from Audi Queens... I couldn’t be happier with the service and highly recommend Audi Queens for a seamless car-buying experience!" (Ubaid T.). Another summed up the pricing conversation: "they gave transparency that other car dealerships may lack. They sell quality car with integrity and good pricing" (Leon S.). Audi Queens holds a 4.5-star average across more than 1,250 Google reviews.
Both quotes describe Q7 purchases, not the Q9; they are here because the same sales team will be the one you meet when you come in to look at the new flagship.
Frequently asked questions
What is the 2027 Audi Q9?
It is Audi's first full-size SUV and the new flagship of the SUV lineup, built in Bratislava, Slovakia, with seating for seven as standard, a 429-hp twin-turbo V6, and quattro all-wheel drive. Audi says it reaches U.S. dealerships in the fourth quarter of 2026.
How much is the 2027 Audi Q9?
Audi has published a starting MSRP of $87,700 for the Premium, plus a $1,395 destination charge, which brings it to $89,095 with destination included. Industry listings place the Premium Plus near $93,300 and the Prestige near $102,400 before destination; because Audi has not published those two prices, treat them as approximate and confirm them with Audi Queens. The specials page carries current offers, and the pricing & leasing guide covers taxes and fees.
Is the Audi Q9 bigger than the Q7?
Audi describes the Q9 as its largest SUV to date and the new flagship of its lineup, so yes: at 209.0 inches long on a 123.5-inch wheelbase, it is the most spacious Audi the company has built. The practical gain shows up in the third row and the cargo area.
How many people does the Q9 seat?
Seven as standard, with a three-seat second row; a six-seat layout with power-adjustable second-row captain's chairs is optional. Every seat is power-adjustable, and the second and third rows carry LATCH mounting points for child seats.
What is the Q9's fuel economy?
The EPA has not yet published ratings for the 2027 Q9, so there is no official mpg figure to quote. The 2.9-liter twin-turbo V6 runs on premium gasoline, and the dealership can pass along the ratings once they are released.
What is the difference between the Q9 and the SQ9?
The SQ9 is a separate, higher-performance model with a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8, announced from $118,000 before destination. This guide covers the Q9 and its three trims only.
When can I see one at Audi Queens?
Audi has said the Q9 reaches U.S. dealerships in the fourth quarter of 2026. Check new inventory for what has arrived, or use the contact page to ask the sales team about allocation and ordering.
See the flagship in person
The Q9 driver's view: cluster, touch screen, and passenger display on one panel.
Numbers only go so far on a vehicle sold for its space and its calm. When one is in the showroom, sit in the third row, try the doors, and take the quiet route through the neighborhood before the expressway. Reach the sales department at 929-581-7062, or book a time through the contact page. Showroom hours are Monday through Thursday 9 to 6, Friday and Saturday 9 to 5.
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Manufacturer’s suggested retail price excludes the $1,395 destination charge and the $175 documentation fee (an optional dealer charge, not a New York State or DMV fee), along with state and local taxes, title, registration, license fees, options, and dealer-installed accessories; the dealer sets the actual selling price. Equipment and availability can change with configuration and production timing — confirm current specs with Audi Queens.