Top 5 Things You Need To Know About The Audi RS Q8 Performance

Updated: Tuesday, February 18, 2025, 9:34 [IST]

The Audi RS Q8 Performance, priced at Rs 2.49 crore (ex-showroom), has been launched in India. This super-SUV is Audi's most powerful internal combustion engine model to date. It holds the record for the fastest production SUV lap time around the Nurburgring. That being said, here are top 5 things you need to know about the Audi RS Q8 Performance SUV.

Exterior Highlights

The RS Q8 Performance shares its design with the RS Q8 but stands out from the standard Q8 with its sporty elements. It features a black honeycomb grille, larger air intakes, and a wider stance. Carbon fibre components enhance its sporty look, while LED Matrix headlights add a modern touch. The rear showcases customisable OLED tail-lamps and an RS roof edge spoiler.

Interior Features

Inside, the cabin remains largely unchanged except for a new rounded steering wheel and gear-change indicator in the digital instrument cluster. Alcantara finishes and red stitching adorn various interior elements, including the steering wheel and seats. Optional Valcona leather upholstery is available. The SUV comes equipped with a Bang and Olufsen sound system, four-zone climate control, and a panoramic sunroof.

Powertrain & Performance

The Audi RS Q8 Performance features a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine, producing 640hp and 850Nm of torque. The powertrain also includes a 48V mild-hybrid system that complements its V8 engine. This setup allows it to accelerate from 0-100kph in just 3.6 seconds, with a top speed of 305kph. Advanced technologies like all-wheel steering, adaptive air suspension, active roll stabilisation, and Quattro sport differential enhance vehicle dynamics by managing body roll effectively.

Competition

In India, the Audi RS Q8 Performance competes with the Porsche Cayenne GTS and Lamborghini Urus SE. All three SUVs share the same platform and are powered by 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engines. However, the Urus SE stands out with its plug-in hybrid powertrain delivering 789hp, giving it a significant power advantage over its rivals.