SQ8 AWD
What the SQ8 adds over the Q8 (+$23,700)
| 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) | 4949 lbs | 5247 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4949 lbs | 5247 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 | 14 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 19 mpg | 16 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 23 mpg | 20 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $76,900 | $100,600 |
| 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 all-season | 285/40 R22 110H XL all-season |
| Final drive ratio | 3.5 | 3.2 |
| Wheel diameter | 21 in | 22 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 22" 5-arm-falx design, bicolor finish wheels (Standard), 285/40 R22 110H XL all-season tires (Standard), 4.0L biturbo V8 engine, 500 HP @ 5,500 rpm, 568 ft.-lbs. @ 2,000-4,000 rpm, Electromechanical steering with speed-dependent power assistance and Dynamic steering, Five-link independent with Sport adaptive air suspension, Front Brakes: 6-piston, 15.8" (400mm) Ventilated steel discs
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) | 14 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 16 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 20 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) | $100,600 |
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 all-season |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.2 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | 8-speed Tiptronic® transmission |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 5247 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 5247 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: 6-piston, 15.8" (400mm) Ventilated steel discs
- Rear Brakes: single-piston, 13.8" (350mm) ventilated steel discs
- Standard Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Exterior2 std · 0 opt
- 22" 5-arm-falx design, bicolor finish wheels (Standard)
- 285/40 R22 110H XL all-season tires (Standard)
Powertrain3 std · 0 opt
- quattro® all-wheel drive
- 4.0L biturbo V8 engine, 500 HP @ 5,500 rpm, 568 ft.-lbs. @ 2,000-4,000 rpm
- 8-speed Tiptronic® transmission
Chassis3 std · 0 opt
- Electromechanical steering with speed-dependent power assistance and Dynamic steering
- Five-link independent with Sport adaptive air suspension
- 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 SQ8
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2027 Audi RS Q8 SQ8?
The manufacturer lists $100,600 for the 2027 Audi RS Q8 SQ8. That is $23,700 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 SQ8 add over the Q8?
Against the Q8, 6 features become standard that the Q8 does not and 21 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.