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Audi Q8 Series (4M – 1st Generation)

Producer(s)

Audi

Production Start

2018 (Facelift: 2023)

Production Site

Bratislava, Slovakia

Segment

E Premium SUV

Engine Option(s)

V8

Diesel

Plug-in Hybrid

Gasoline

Electric Range

56 km (TFSI e, WLTP)

Maximum Power

640 PS (RS Q8 Performance)

Transmission(s)

8-speed Tiptronic

The Audi Q8 series is a premium model in Audi’s E-SUV segment, manufactured by the German automaker Audi. The first generation, codenamed 4M, was introduced in 2018 and received a facelift in 2023 with updates to its design elements, technology features, and hybrid powertrains. The lineup includes the standard Q8 SUV, the sporty SQ8, the high-performance RS Q8, and TFSI e plug-in hybrid variants.


Audi Q8 Series (4M) SQ8 SUV Model (Audi)

Structural Features

The Q8 features exterior design elements such as the Singleframe grille, HD Matrix LED headlights, and OLED rear light clusters. Inside, it offers a dual-touch MMI display system (10.1 inches and 8.6 inches), a 12.3-inch Audi Virtual Cockpit Plus, and the Bang & Olufsen Advanced 3D sound system.

Audi Q8 Series Structural Features (Audi)

Body Types and Dimensions 


Audi Q8 Series (4M) RS Q8 Model Vehicle Dimensions (Audi)

Engine Options

The Q8 series offers four engine variants: petrol, diesel, plug-in hybrid, and V8 performance models.


Audi Q8 Series Engine Options (Audi)


Audi Q8 Series (4M) RS Q8 Performance Model (Audi)

Interior and Equipment

Standard Equipment

  • HD Matrix LED headlights and dynamic rear LED signal lamps
  • Audi Virtual Cockpit Plus (12.3 inches)
  • Dual-touch MMI display system (10.1 inches + 8.6 inches)
  • Dual-zone automatic climate control
  • 19-inch alloy wheels (RS Q8: 22 inches)
  • Audi Pre Sense Front
  • Lane departure warning system
  • Electric tailgate

Optional Equipment

  • OLED rear lights
  • Panoramic sunroof
  • Bang & Olufsen 3D Advanced sound system (23 speakers, 1920 W)
  • Head-Up Display
  • Dynamic suspension and quattro sport differential (SQ8/RS Q8)
  • Massaging, heated and cooled front seats
  • 21-23 inch alloy wheels
  • 360-degree surround view system and parking assist


Audi Q8 Series (4M) Q8 SUV Model Console Design (Audi)

Safety and Driver Assistance Systems

The Q8 received a five-star rating in Euro NCAP testing in 2019.

Standard

  • Audi Pre Sense City
  • Traffic sign recognition system
  • Fatigue detection
  • Adaptive cruise control

Optional

  • Night vision assistant
  • Cross-traffic alert
  • Level 2 semi-autonomous driving (Adaptive Cruise Assist)


Audi Q8 Series (4M) Q8 SUV TFSI e Model (Audi)

Production and Market Positioning

The Q8 series is produced at Audi’s plant in Bratislava, Slovakia. It is positioned in direct competition with the BMW X6, Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe, and Porsche Cayenne Coupe models.

Bibliographies

Audi MediaCenter. "Audi Q8 Dimensions Datasheet." Accessed July 14, 2025. https://media.audi.com/is/content/audi/country/uk/en/models/asset/dimensions/Q8.pdf.

Audi MediaCenter. "Audi Q8 TFSI e Dimensions Datasheet." Accessed July 14, 2025. https://media.audi.com/is/content/audi/country/uk/en/models/asset/dimensions/Audi-Q8-TFSI-e.pdf.

Audi MediaCenter. "Audi RS Q8 Dimensions Datasheet." Accessed July 14, 2025. https://media.audi.com/is/content/audi/country/uk/en/models/asset/dimensions/RS%20Q8.pdf.

Audi MediaCenter. "Audi SQ8 Dimensions Datasheet." Accessed July 14, 2025. https://media.audi.com/is/content/audi/country/uk/en/models/asset/dimensions/Audi_SQ8.pdf.

Audi TR. "Audi RS Q8 SUV Performance." Accessed July 14, 2025. https://www.audi.com.tr/tr/modeller/q8/rs-q8-suv-performance-master-2026/.

Audi UK. "Audi Q8 Overview." Accessed July 14, 2025. https://www.audi.co.uk/en/models/q8/q8/.

Audi UK. "Audi Q8 TFSI e Overview." Accessed July 14, 2025. https://www.audi.co.uk/en/models/q8/q8-tfsi-e/.

Audi UK. "Audi SQ8 Overview." Accessed July 14, 2025. https://www.audi.co.uk/en/models/q8/sq8/.

Euro NCAP. "Audi Q8 – 2019." Accessed July 14, 2025. https://www.euroncap.com/en/results/audi/q8/39673.

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Contents

  • Structural Features

  • Body Types and Dimensions

  • Engine Options

  • Interior and Equipment

  • Safety and Driver Assistance Systems

    • Standard

    • Optional

  • Production and Market Positioning

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