Audi RS Q8

The Audi RS Q8 is a 5-seater high-performance SUV luxury car that effortlessly combines elegant design, powerful performance from its engine, and infotainment and safety through state-of-the-art technology. Conceived to deliver an extraordinary driving experience, it shares much of its structure and performance traits with the Lamborghini Urus, offering exciting dynamics at a comparatively accessible price point. 

The Audi RS Q8 is powered by a 4.0-liter V8 engine, sports quattro all-wheel drive, and boasts an array of advanced comfort and safety features that class it as exclusive in its luxury SUV segment. 

The RS Q8 bears a dynamic look, an impressive V8 that develops 600 horsepower, and an interior with beauty-all combined, making this luxury and powerful vehicle ideal for those whose expectations are high in style, capabilities, and prestige expected from the Audi RS line.

Price of Audi RS Q8

The official price of the Audi RS Q8 has not been announced in Saudi Arabia yet.

Engine and transmission of Audi RS Q8

Powered by a 4.0-liter V8 TFSI for an output of 600 hp and 800 Nm of torque, mated to a transmission with a gland gear, specifically an 8-speed Tiptronic, do 0-100 km/h in 3.8 seconds. 

Equipped with German carmaker's quattro all-wheel drive, a 48V mild-hybrid system, and cylinder-on-demand technology, it harmoniously balances power with efficiency. Adaptive air suspension with RS tuning and all-wheel steering increase agility and stability, providing an agile and comfortable high-performance driving experience on any terrain.

Features of Audi RS Q8

Interior

Inside, the cabin in the RS Q8 mixes luxury and sport through a mix of RS-branded seats draped in rich Nappa leather and Alcantara, while the flat-bottom RS leather-wrapped steering wheel furthers the performance profile. 

Optional red RS accents and ambient lighting add a touch more sophistication to the cabin, adding four-zone automated climate control and scuff plates to complete the upscale in-cabin ambiance.

Exterior

The RS Q8 sports bold styling with blacked-out accents, carbon fiber detailing, and a massive, aggressive grille. Resting atop 22- or 23-inch wheels, there's an LED lighting package including HD matrix headlights, dynamic turn signals, and LED taillights. An available carbon package brings unique RS touches on everything from a roof-edge spoiler to oval tailpipes.

Entertainment and Convenience 

High-resolution displays feature a 10.1-inch integral screen with infotainment and an extra 8.6-inch screen for climate. Then, Audi's Virtual Cockpit allows a driver to get information from a 12.3-inch display; Android Auto and Apple CarPlay together with optional Bang & Olufsen 3D sound offer top connectivity and audio quality provided by 23 speakers.

Comfort

The RS Q8 has a start-up thanks to one touch, adaptive cruise control, and extensive cargo space-1.755 liters with folded rear seats. Optional heated/ventilated seats complement its adaptive air suspension for the smoothest of comfort levels.

Safety

With its array of safety features, the RS Q8 is fitted with multiple airbags, adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, blind-spot monitoring, and pedestrian-detection front-collision warning. Multi-collision brake assist and hill descent control further add versatility to driving conditions where this vehicle can be used.

Fuel efficiency of Audi RS Q8

While the powerful V8 engine is fitted under its hood, the Audi RS Q8 has a fuel economy rating of about 13.2 to 13.6 L/100 km in combined driving. It boasts an 85-liter fuel tank, which gives way to reasonable driving range, but as expected, the car is not built for frugal traveling.

Best value for money

The RS Q8 offers strong value for those looking to experience performance similar to the Lamborghini Urus but at a more accessible price. While priced above standard luxury SUVs, the RS Q8 offers comparable performance and luxury, making it a strong competitor in the high-performance SUV market.

Alternatives of Audi RS Q8

Key competitors for the Audi RS Q8 include the BMW X6 M, Mercedes-Benz GLE 63 AMG, and Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR.