2023 Audi Q8 Specs, Review, Price, & Trims

Key Features

Starting at $71,800 MSRP*
3.0-liter TFSI® V6 engine with 335 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque and quattro® all-wheel drive
Available all-wheel steering and adaptive air suspension
MMI® Navigation plus with MMI® touch response and Audi virtual cockpit plus

HD Matrix-design LED headlights with LED taillights and animation
Available Bang & Olufsen® 3D Premium Sound System
Optional HD Matrix-design LED headlights with LED taillights and animation
Parking system plus (front and rear acoustic sensors)

About the Audi Q8

Searching for a luxury crossover that combines outstanding capability with innovative technology and premium comfort? Look no further than the sophisticated yet striking Audi Q8. Infused with the eye-catching style of a sports coupe and the versatility of an SUV - the Q8 stands out from the competition with its expansive front grille that sweeps back gracefully into its streamlined side profile. From behind, you'll notice its distinctive rear lighting signature that spans the full width of the rear fascia. Other signature exterior design elements found on the Q8 include a bold selection of exterior colors and bold 21-inch alloy wheels. Key performance attributes of the Q8 include its powerful turbocharged TFSI® V6 engine and legendary quattro all-wheel drive, helping you excel in both wet and dry conditions without compromising fuel economy. Placing equal emphasis on both the front and rear wheels, this balanced platform hints at the poised handling capabilities of the Audi Q8. A premium cabin and inspired technology innovations help to further position the Q8 above its rivals.

What the Critics Say

"The Q8 is Audi's range-topping SUV, with a modern turbocharged V-6 and a tech-heavy features roster highlighted by an interior with a two-touchscreen center stack and design that would make Rudolph Schindler blush. Deleting the third row opens some space for the second-row passengers and delivers a driving experience that is more carlike than any Audi SUV before." -- Car and Driver

"Structurally, the Q8 feels bank-vault solid and is nearly as quiet inside as one. Standard adaptive shocks read the road, firming up when needed for swells and sweepers and backing off to take the edge off harsh impacts and poor road surfaces." -- J.D. Power

What's New for 2023

The dynamic Audi Q8 benefits from an assortment of updates and adjustments for the 2023 model year. Now standard across the entire Q8 model range are headlight washers, lighting animations, and Matrix-design LED headlights. Shoppers can now from three new exterior colors - Tamarind Brown, Satellite Silver, and Waitomo Blue. The available Executive package now features dual-pane glass while the optional Convenience package now includes adaptive cruise control. Finally, all Prestige trim levels now come standard with remote parking.

Audi Q8 Features

Performance

Engineered with a unique blend of potent performance and remarkable efficiency, the Audi Q8 offers a balanced driving experience that's unlike any other in its class. Under the hood lies a standard 3.0-liter TFSI® V6 engine with 335 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque paired with the legendary quattro® all-wheel drive system. A huge accomplishment for a five-seat SUV, the Audi Q8 is able to rocket from 0 to 60 MPH in a remarkable 5.6 seconds. Giving you up to 5 degrees of counter-steer angle at low speeds and stability at high speed, available all-wheel steering is yet another signature attribute of the Q8. Easier access to cargo is made possible by adjusting the optional adaptive air suspension system to lower the ride height. Standard Audi drive select allows you to personalize your driving experience to suit your needs at the touch of a button.

Premium Interior

Every detail of the bespoke interior of the Audi Q8 has been painstakingly crafted with the principle of progressive elegance as the main priority. Horizontal character lines found on the dashboard descend gradually towards the floor of the cabin, adding a sense of fluid motion to the cabin. Standard front sport seats provide supportive comfort for the driver while generously-sized rear seats offer side bolsters in the headrests to help passengers relax and unwind. Touch-activated displays supplemented by the stunning 12.3-inch Audi virtual cockpit work in tandem to process information requests and commands with ease. The optional Audi phone box inside the Q8 provides both a stronger cell signal and inductive charging capabilities. Key features of the standard MMI® touch response system include intuitive pinch and swipe controls, haptic and audible feedback, and layout personalization. Groundbreaking handwriting recognition and haptic feedback with the MMI® touch response system allows you to "write" your submissions instead of typing them.

Groundbreaking Safety

No matter how experienced of a driver you are, everyone on the road can use a helping hand on occasion. That's the exact reason why the Audi Q8 is offered with a collection of advanced driver assistance features for improved peace of mind and confidence behind the wheel. Audi adaptive cruise assist boosts comfort, especially on long trips, by monitoring following distance, braking, and acceleration relative to the vehicle in front. Using the optional Top view camera system, drivers will enjoy a bird's eye perspective of everything around their Q8. Using input from up to 23 available sensors, Audi pre sense® 360 helps drivers react to the unexpected on the roadways. Critical drive information is projected directly onto the windshield in the driver's line of sight using the available Head-up display. Other examples of state-of-the-art assistance features offered on the Q8 include Intersection assist and Traffic sign recognition.