I was talking about the 3.0d in terms of the noise, not the 3.0sd, which I'm sure is quieter as the article suggests.

BTW, what did you think of the Audi Q7 3.0tdi? When I was shopping for mine, I also thought about the Q7 3.0tdi, but was concerned that it might be underpowered even with the diesel engine, 'cause of the massive weight of the Q7. I have no regret, but time to time, I sort of wonder what it could've been, you know that feeling? The ride must've been more comfortable though. Oh, and I'm not a US resident.