2020 Audi RS Q8
Hybrid Midsize / large SUV
The 2020 Audi RS Q8 is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid midsize or large SUV. The most efficient version, the RS Q8, is EPA-rated at 15 mpg combined. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year, which gives it a Safety Signal grade of A.
Specs & fuel economy (EPA)
| Configuration | Powertrain | Drive | Engine / motor | City | Hwy | Comb | Annual fuel* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RS Q8 | Hybrid | AWD | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo + 48V Li-Ion | 13 | 19 | 15 | $5,150 |
*EPA estimate at 15,000 miles/year and EPA reference fuel/electricity prices. Source: fueleconomy.gov vehicle records.
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Recalls (1)
Back Over Prevention
minorProblem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.
Owner complaints
No owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Crash ratings
| Configuration | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUV AWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | ★★★★☆ | 16% |
NHTSA New Car Assessment Program. Standard driver-assist: forward collision warning.
Other RS Q8 model years
2027 RS Q8
0 recalls · 0 complaints
A2026 RS Q8
1 recalls · 0 complaints
B2025 RS Q8
2 recalls · 0 complaints
B2024 RS Q8
3 recalls · 0 complaints
B2023 RS Q8
2 recalls · 0 complaints
C2022 RS Q8
4 recalls · 4 complaints
F2021 RS Q8
7 recalls · 2 complaints
Sources & method
Safety Signal starts every model-year at 100 and subtracts points per open NHTSA recall campaign by severity: critical 15 (fire risk, park-outside or do-not-drive advisories), high 8 (brakes, steering, airbags, loss of drive power, structure, battery), moderate 6, minor 3 (software, labels, lighting fixed by an update). Floor 35. A ≥ 90, B ≥ 80, C ≥ 70, D ≥ 60, otherwise F. Complaint counts and NHTSA crash ratings are shown separately and are not blended into the grade.
EPA figures come from fueleconomy.gov vehicle records (ids 42505). Recalls, complaints, investigations and crash ratings come from NHTSA's public flat files, refreshed weekly.