2021 Audi Q8
Overview
What do you get when you combine the latest fuel-sipping drivetrain with exquisite body lines, high-quality materials, and the best in German engineering? The 2021 Audi Q8. This flagship SUV from Audi combines a powerfully efficient engine with an aggressive design direction and the latest technology to deliver one of the best luxury SUVs available.
When it hits the streets, the sleek, muscular body; aggressive Singleframe® front grille; and wide stance dominate the road. Signature LED lighting accents the Q8’s sporty design, giving it an appearance that’s unmistakably Audi. The Q8 is more than just attractive though. The impressive powerplant, sports-car-level handling, available safety features, and endless technology make this SUV a heavy-hitter that’s sure to deliver an unparalleled driving experience.
Performance & Handling
Audi has equipped the Q8 with a state-of-the-art 3.0-liter TFSI® V6 with a twin-scroll turbocharger mated to an eight-speed tiptronic® transmission. This dynamic pairing offers 335 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque, with plenty of grunt available as soon as the throttle is engaged. It boasts a 0-60 mph time of 5.6 seconds, which proves buying an SUV doesn’t mean sacrificing performance.
The legendary quattro® all-wheel drive puts the power to the road, and active torque distribution creates a handling experience you’d expect from a low-riding sports car. Power can be automatically allocated to the wheels with the most traction, and individual wheel braking further enhances how well the Q8 handles on tight roads. Audi Drive Select allows the driver to adjust the suspension damping to different types of driving so that the Q8 is always glued to the road.
To get even more out of the new Q8, the Adaptive Chassis package adds adaptive air suspension, which allows ride height and stiffness to be adjusted through Audi Drive Select. Two additional drive modes—all road and lift/off-road—are also added with the package, as is all-wheel steering. The dexterity of the Q8 is impeccable with options for even more customization.
Key Features
Audi Virtual Cockpit
The Audi virtual cockpit has been given an upgrade for this new model. Enjoy faster processing times and improved resolution on this digital instrument cluster that goes beyond the traditional instrument gauges. Navigation, 3D city models with 4G routing, and Yelp-curated review highlights turn your digital cluster into a personal tour guide, no matter where the road takes you.
MMI touch response®
MMI touch response is offered on a 10.1-inch display, which controls all infotainment and navigation features that this SUV has in its arsenal. With an Audi connect® subscription, up-to-the-minute area information like parking and weather is only a touch away. In addition, rather than conventional buttons, there’s also a smaller 8.6-inch display for climate control and other comfort controls. This second display gives the interior of the Q8 a refined look. Standard Audi smartphone interface is included and Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ are available so that you can use your phone without compromising safety.
Safety
Speaking of safety, the Q8 has a wealth of features that offer unrivaled protection. Smarter than your average SUV, the Q8 has up to 24 sensors, depending on selected options, that read the surrounding area, so that it applies its driver assistance systems in the most informed way possible, to help mitigate accidents, as well as unwanted driver assistance applications.
Optional features, like Adaptive Cruise Assist, a top-view camera with virtual 360-degree surround view, Intersection assist, turn assist, traffic sign recognition, Audi side assist, Audi pre sense rear, vehicle exit warning, and rear cross-traffic assist, all make the Audi Q8 a vigilant second pair of eyes on the road.
Final Verdict
Audi is shaking up the SUV class once again with the Q8. From its inspired styling to its capable performance, the Q8 is prepared to leave an impression. Contact Audi Silver Spring for more information about this model and be one of the first to get behind the wheel of Audi’s flagship SUV.
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