2025 Audi RS Q8
SQ8 AWD
What the SQ8 adds over the Q8 (+$23,200)
| Spec | Q8 | SQ8 |
|---|---|---|
| Front brake diameter | 376 mm | 400 mm |
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 60.7 cu-ft | 60.8 cu-ft |
| Curb weight (maximum) | 5026 lbs | 5269 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 5026 lbs | 5269 lbs |
| Aspiration | twin turbo | Biturbo |
| Cylinder count | 6 | 8 |
| Engine displacement | 2995 cc | 3996 cc |
| Horsepower | 335 hp | 500 hp |
| Torque | 369 lb-ft | 568 lb-ft |
| Engine type (full description) | 3.0L turbocharged V6 | 4.0L biturbo V8 |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 24-Valve | DOHC |
| Front legroom | 41.6 in | 41.3 in |
| MPG (city) | 17 mpg | 15 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 19 mpg | 17 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 23 mpg | 21 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $74,400 | $97,600 |
| Overall length | 196 in | 197 in |
| Steering type | Electromechanical steering with speed-dependent power assistance | Electromechanical steering with speed-dependent power assistance and Dynamic steering |
| Tire size | 285/45 R21 113Y XL | 285/40 R22 110H XL |
| Final drive ratio | 3.5 | 3.2 |
| Wheel diameter | 21 in | 22 in |
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 400 mm |
| Front brake type | 6 Piston ventilated steel discs |
| Rear brake diameter | 350 mm |
| Rear brake type | Single Piston ventilated steel discs |
| Parking brake type | Electro-mechanical |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 60.8 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 33.7 cu-ft |
Dimensions Exterior
| Overall height | 67 in |
| Overall length | 197 in |
| Overall width | 79 in |
| Wheelbase | 118 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | Biturbo |
| Cylinder count | 8 |
| Engine displacement | 3996 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 4.0L biturbo V8 |
| Valve configuration | DOHC |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 500 hp |
| Torque | 568 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 15 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 17 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 21 mpg |
Fuel System
| Fuel tank capacity | 22.5 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 37.1 in |
| Second-row headroom | 38.1 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 41.3 in |
| Second-row legroom | 40.2 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $97,600 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 59.5 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 58.5 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Electromechanical steering with speed-dependent power assistance and Dynamic steering |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 43.6 ft |
Tires
| Tire size | 285/40 R22 110H XL |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.2 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | 8-speed Tiptronic |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 5269 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 5269 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 22 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety6 std · 0 opt
- Anti-Lock Braking System Standard, All Four Wheels, with Electronic Brake Force Distribution
- Brake Construction: Front: Aluminum fixed caliper / Rear: Floating caliper with integrated parking brake
- Front Brakes: 6 Piston 14.8" (376mm) Ventilated steel discs (Q8) / 6 Piston 15.8" (400mm) Ventilated steel discs (SQ8) / 10 Piston 17.3" (440mm) Ceramic discs (RS Q8 performance)
- Parking Brake: Electro-mechanical
- Rear Brakes: Single Piston 13.8" (350mm) ventilated steel discs (Q8/SQ8) / Single Piston 14.6" (370mm) Ceramic discs (RS Q8 performance)
- Standard Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Exterior2 std · 5 opt
- Tires (Standard): 285/45 R21 113Y XL All-season tires (Q8) / 285/40 R22 110H XL All-season tires (SQ8) / 295/40 ZR22 112Y XL Summer tires (RS Q8 performance)
- Wheels (Standard): 21" 5-W-spoke design wheels, bicolor finish (Q8) / 22" 5-arm-falx design wheels, bicolor finish (SQ8) / 22" 10-V-spoke star design wheels (RS Q8 performance)
- Tires (Optional): 285/40 R22 110H XL All-season tires (Q8) / 285/40 R22 110H XL All-season tires (SQ8) / 295/35 R23 108Y XL Summer tires (RS Q8 performance) optional
- Tires (Optional): N/A (Q8) / 285/35 R23 101Y XL Summer tires (SQ8) / N/A (RS Q8 performance) optional
- Tires (Optional): N/A (Q8) / 285/40 R22 110Y XL Summer Tires (SQ8) / N/A (RS Q8 performance) optional
- Wheels (Optional): 22" 5-double-arm design wheels, bicolor finish (Q8) / 22" 10-spoke Y-design wheels, black metallic finish (SQ8) / 23" 5-Y-spoke design forged wheels, bicolor finish, milled cut (RS Q8 performance) optional
- Wheels (Optional): N/A (Q8) / 23" Multispoke-S design wheels, bicolor finish (SQ8) / 23" 5-Y-spoke design forged wheels, black matte finish (RS Q8 performance) optional
Powertrain5 std · 0 opt
- quattro® all-wheel drive
- Driven Wheels: quattro® all-wheel drive
- Engine Type: 3.0L turbocharged V6 / 4.0L biturbo V8 / 4.0L biturbo V8
- Transmission: 8-speed Tiptronic® transmission
- Valvetrain: 24-valve DOHC with Audi valvelift and variable timing / 32-valve DOHC with Audi valvelift and variable timing
Chassis3 std · 0 opt
- Body Construction: Unitary steel / aluminum composite construction
- Steering Type: Electromechanical steering with speed-dependent power assistance (Q8) / Electromechanical steering with speed-dependent power assistance and Dynamic steering (SQ8 / RS Q8 performance)
- Suspension: Adaptive damping steel suspension (Q8) / Five-link independent with Sport adaptive air suspension (SQ8) / RS-tuned adaptive air suspension with active roll stabilization (RS Q8 performance)
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2025 RS Q8. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the SQ8
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2025 Audi RS Q8 SQ8?
The manufacturer lists $97,600 for the 2025 Audi RS Q8 SQ8. That is $23,200 above the Q8, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2025 Audi RS Q8 SQ8 add over the Q8?
Against the Q8, 21 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.