We may have our complaints with the powertrain, but not the handling. It drives like an Audi should, albeit a very heavy one: You feel the bulk in quick transitions as the steering works to move the mass from one direction to the other. Otherwise there’s easily controllable understeer at the limit, excellent brakes and the surefootedness of quattro. The air suspension’s off-road mode lifts the Q7 9.4 inches above the ground, providing ample ground clearance for light-to-medium duty excursions; if you don’t need a low range, the Q7 can likely handle it. When you’re on the road, the comfort setting smooths out bumps, but Audi’s impeccable road manners squashes any hint of float or wander.