RS Q8 performance AWD
What the RS Q8 performance adds over the Q8 (+$62,800)
| Spec | Q8 | RS Q8 performance |
|---|---|---|
| Front brake diameter | 376 mm | 440 mm |
| Front brake type | 6-piston, ventilated steel discs | 10-piston, ceramic discs |
| Rear brake diameter | 350 mm | 370 mm |
| Rear brake type | single-piston, ventilated steel discs | single-piston, ceramic discs |
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 60.7 cu-ft | 60 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 33.7 cu-ft | 33.0 cu-ft |
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4949 lbs | 5368 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4949 lbs | 5368 lbs |
| Aspiration | twin turbo | biturbo |
| Cylinder count | 6 | 8 |
| Engine displacement | 2995 cc | 3996 cc |
| Horsepower | 335 hp | 631 hp |
| Torque | 369 lb-ft | 627 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 |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $76,900 | $139,700 |
| Overall height | 67 in | 67.5 in |
| Overall length | 196 in | 197.7 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 58.5 in | 58.4 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 all-season | 295/40 ZR22 112Y XL summer |
| Final drive ratio | 3.5 | 3.2 |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 43.6 ft | 39 ft |
| Wheel diameter | 21 in | 22 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 22" 10-spoke star design wheels (Standard), 295/40 ZR22 112Y XL summer tires (Standard), 4.0L biturbo V8 engine, 631 HP @ 6,000 rpm, 627 ft.-lbs. @ 2,300-4,500 rpm, Electromechanical steering with speed-dependent power assistance and Dynamic steering, Front Brakes: 10-piston, 17.3" (440mm) Ceramic discs, RS-tuned adaptive air suspension with active roll stabilization, Rear Brakes: single-piston, 14.6" (370mm) Ceramic discs
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 440 mm |
| Front brake type | 10-piston, ceramic discs |
| Rear brake diameter | 370 mm |
| Rear brake type | single-piston, ceramic discs |
| Parking brake type | Electro-mechanical |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 60 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 33.0 cu-ft |
Dimensions Exterior
| Overall height | 67.5 in |
| Overall length | 197.7 in |
| Overall width | 79 in |
| Wheelbase | 117.9 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 | 631 hp |
| Torque | 627 lb-ft |
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) | $139,700 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 59.5 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 58.4 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Electromechanical steering with speed-dependent power assistance and Dynamic steering |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 39 ft |
Tires
| Tire size | 295/40 ZR22 112Y XL summer |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.2 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | 8-speed Tiptronic® transmission |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 5368 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 5368 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 22 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety5 std · 0 opt
- Anti-Lock Braking System Standard, All Four Wheels, with Electronic Brake Force Distribution
- Electro-mechanical Parking Brake
- Front Brakes: 10-piston, 17.3" (440mm) Ceramic discs
- Rear Brakes: single-piston, 14.6" (370mm) Ceramic discs
- Standard Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Exterior2 std · 0 opt
- 22" 10-spoke star design wheels (Standard)
- 295/40 ZR22 112Y XL summer tires (Standard)
Powertrain3 std · 0 opt
- quattro® all-wheel drive
- 4.0L biturbo V8 engine, 631 HP @ 6,000 rpm, 627 ft.-lbs. @ 2,300-4,500 rpm
- 8-speed Tiptronic® transmission
Chassis3 std · 0 opt
- Electromechanical steering with speed-dependent power assistance and Dynamic steering
- RS-tuned adaptive air suspension with active roll stabilization
- Unitary steel / aluminum composite construction
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2027 RS Q8. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the RS Q8 performance
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2027 Audi RS Q8 RS Q8 performance?
The manufacturer lists $139,700 for the 2027 Audi RS Q8 RS Q8 performance. That is $62,800 above the Q8, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2027 Audi RS Q8 RS Q8 performance add over the Q8?
Against the Q8, 7 features become standard that the Q8 does not and 26 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.