Audi SQ8

The Audi SQ8 is the brand’s top-of-the-line coupe-like luxury SUV, based on the SQ7. It is a high-performance variant of the Q8 SUV, offering a unique blend of style, luxury, and sportiness. This sleek and sophisticated vehicle boasts a powerful 4.0L twin-turbo V8 engine, producing 507hp and 770Nm of torque. 

With its advanced Quattro all-wheel-drive system and 8-speed automatic transmission, the SQ8 accelerates from 0 to 100 kmph in just 4.1 seconds. The aggressive exterior profile features a single-frame grille, 19-inch alloy wheels, and OLED taillights. Inside, the SQ8 features a lavish cabin adorned with premium materials, a 12.3-inch digital cluster, a 10.1-inch touchscreen display, and a range of innovative technologies. 

Overall, the SQ8 has exceptional performance capabilities and is the ultimate expression of Audi's SUV lineup, offering a thrilling driving experience and unparalleled luxury.

Color options of Audi SQ8

The Audi SQ8 SUV is expected to come in multiple color options, including one pearl Daytona Gray and 8 metallic namely; Chilli Red, Glacier White, Myth Black, Waitomo Blue, Carrera White, Ascari Blue, Satellite Silver and Sakhir Gold.

Engine and transmission of Audi SQ8

The Audi SQ8 is powered by a 4.0L V8 petrol engine that generates 507hp and 770Nm of max torque. The engine is paired with an 8-speed Tiptronic hydraulic torque converter transmission, helping the car sprint from 0-100kmph in 4.1 seconds and touching the top speed of up to 250kmph.

Features of Audi SQ8

Interior

The interiors of the new SQ8 showcases Audi's signature blend of style, functionality, and sophistication. The cabin is appointed with exquisite Valcona leather, featuring S-embossed sport seats, and a harmonious combination of premium materials, including fabric, leather, satin metal, and piano black. 

Perforated surfaces, a distinctive rhombus pattern and two new high-quality inlays in aluminium and carbon further enhance the ambiance.

Exterior

The Audi SQ8's sporty persona is accentuated by a range of S-specific design elements with bold front presence, thanks to the distinctive bumpers, HD Matrix LED headlights and the iconic Audi Singleframe grille. New design features, such as reworked air inlets, diffusers, and exhaust tailpipes, further enhance the SQ8's aggressive stance.

The SQ8's sporty proportions are defined by its sleek, sloping coupé line, which creates a lower, more dynamic appearance despite its spacious interior. Multi-spoke S alloy wheels and red brake callipers complete the sporty aesthetic, adding a pop of color to the vehicle's exterior.

Entertainment and convenience

Inside the Audi SQ8, technology takes center stage with a dual-touchscreen infotainment system and the brand's 12.3-inch Virtual Cockpit digital gauge display. Standard features include a Wi-Fi hotspot and seamless integration with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. 

The cabin's ambiance is further enriched by the immersive 3D sound of the Bang & Olufsen premium sound systems, available in two configurations: a 17-speaker or 23-speaker setup, both with dynamic noise compensation to minimize driving distractions.

Comfort

The Audi SQ8 offers a versatile and luxurious interior, with a 40-20-40 split-folding rear seat bench that allows for customizable cargo and passenger space. Premium features include a head-up display, soft-close doors, and power rear sunshades, ensuring a comfortable and convenient driving experience. 

Both front and rear seats are heated, with the front seat s also offering ventilation and 12-way power adjustability, including 4-way power lumbar support. Additional amenities include quad-zone climate control, ambient LED interior lighting, and a power tilt-and-telescoping steering column, providing a tailored driving environment.

Safety

The Audi SQ8 comes with a comprehensive suite of standard features, including ABS, stability and traction control, and a total of eight airbags. Moreover, it features a range of advanced driver-assistance systems, such as Audi Pre-Sense, which includes accident preparation and front-collision alert with automatic emergency braking. 

Other features include front and rear parking sensors, a 360-degree camera, rear cross-traffic alert, blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist, and a rearview camera. 

Alternatives of Audi SQ8

The range-topping Audi SQ8 challenges the likes of the BMW X6, Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53 Coupe and the Porsche Cayenne S Coupe.