Recently, it was learned from overseas media reports that Audi, a luxury brand under the Volkswagen Group, officially launched the new Audi RS Q8. It is reported that a total of two models, the regular version of the RS Q8 and the RS Q8 Performance, both models are equipped with 4.0T V8 engines, of which the Performance version has a maximum horsepower of 640 horsepower, becoming the strongest performance among Audi's fuel vehicles. The new car will officially go on sale on June 27, of which the price of the RS Q8 starts at 141,900 euros, equivalent to 1.1059 million yuan; The RS Q8 Performance is priced from 155,700 euros, equivalent to 1.2134 million yuan.
On the outside, the new Audi RS Q8 and RS Q8 Performance have a new styling that is somewhat similar to the new SQ8. The overall shape of the new car is very powerful, with a black front grille, black grille and black front bumper design, which makes this car look very difficult to mess with, and the matrix Matrix LED headlight cluster is standard, and Audi's laser headlights can be optional. It is worth mentioning that the RS logo and mesh grille further underline the identity of the RS model.
At the same time, both new cars are equipped with new six-spoke Y-shaped 23-inch alloy wheels with 295/35/R23 tires, which looks sporty. The rear of the car is equipped with an OLED through-type taillight cluster, but the internal light source cluster adopts a T-shape, which is more recognizable when lit. In addition, the new car is also available in a variety of body colors such as Chili Red, Ascari Blue and Sakhir Gold, further satisfying the needs of consumers.
It is worth mentioning that in terms of details, the exterior mirror covers, window trim and rear diffuser of the standard RS Q8 model are painted in gloss black, while the performance RS Q8 Performance model is finished with matte carbon fibre trim.
Inside, the interior design of the new Audi RS Q8 and RS Q8 Performance is the same as that of the Audi SQ8, but with a sportier upgrade. The new car is available in three interior colours: red, grey and blue, with blue being exclusive to the RS Q8 Performance. In addition, both models have red or gray body stitching on the center console, floor mats, steering wheel, and ocean blue stitching on the seat belts to create a strong driving atmosphere.
At the same time, the RS sports seats are standard with honeycomb stitching and RS logo, as well as a variety of contrasting body stitching. Among them, the RS Q8 Performance version has an exclusive diagonal brushed black aluminum material, which can be optionally equipped.
Finally, in terms of power configuration, the new Audi RS Q8 and RS Q8 Performance are powered by a 4.0-liter V8 twin-turbo engine, mated to an eight-speed automatic manual transmission, paired with a 48V mild hybrid system and quattro all-wheel drive system, with a maximum power of 600 hp and 640 hp respectively, and a peak torque of 800 Nm and 850 Nm. It accelerates from zero to 100 in less than 3.8 seconds and 3.6 seconds respectively, and can reach a top speed of 305 km/h.
In addition to this, both models also come standard with adaptive air suspension, which can be adjusted by 89mm. It is also equipped with a rear-wheel steering function, which provides a 5-degree steering angle for the rear wheels at low speeds, providing more agile performance. Among them, the RS Q8 performance also features a lighter exhaust system, which not only reduces weight, but also makes the sound better.