Audi Q8 e-tron
Audi’s flagship electric SUV is packed full of technology and gets a longer range than ever.
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Need to know
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A large new 114kWh battery on ‘55’ versions means the Q8 e-tron is capable of travelling up to 330 miles from a charge
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The e-tron was renamed to the Q8 e-tron in late 2022, with Audi making the change to show the model’s range-topping status in its electric SUV line-up.
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The Q8 e-tron can rapid charge at up to 170kW, allowing for 240 miles of charge to be added in just 31 minutes.
Q8 e-tron Trims
Q8 e-tron Sport
20" '5-arm' dynamic design graphite grey alloy wheels
quattro all-wheel-drive
Audi Matrix LED headlights
Heated front seats
Q8 e-tron S line
21" '15-spoke' graphite grey design alloy wheels
Adaptive sport air suspension
Bumpers in body colour
Front Sport seats in valcona leather
Q8 e-tron Black Edition
21" '5-arm aero' black Audi Sport alloys
Audi beam with e-tron logo
Gloss black styling
High tech mesh anthracite inlays
3-spoke flat bottom steering wheel
Q8 e-tron Vorsprung
22" '6-segment spoke' diamond cut Audi Sport alloys
Digital Matrix Lights
Extended LED Interior Lighting Pack – multi-coloured
Panoramic roof
"Audi’s flagship electric SUV is one of the best EVs on the market, and has only been improved thanks to the latest update – improving the electric range, while not compromising its reputation for quality, comfort and technology. As a model to showcase the future of Audi, it does a fantastic job."
Sytner Audi Team
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Design
The e-tron arrived in 2019 as Audi’s first electric model, with its name being one that would be rolled out across its EV line-up. As it moves to be renamed the Q8 e-tron, Audi has reasserted its positioning at the top of its electric SUV market. Designed from the offset to be an upmarket, high-end EV, Audi has worked to build on that with this latest version.
On top of powertrain and design changes, Audi has also tweaked the dynamics of the model, improving the motors, chassis control systems and progressive steering – all helping to improve the way the Q8 drives.
The changes between the e-tron and Q8 e-tron aren’t significant, but there is a number of important differences between the two cars. Look closely and you’ll spot the new front-end design, incorporating a re-profiled grille and ambient exterior lighting, which is able to illuminate the grille. Various new wheel designs and colours are available, including Madeira Brown and Ultra Blue.
The Q8 e-tron is also the first new Audi to wear the brand’s new logo – an upgraded 2D version of the brand’s iconic Four Rings logo.
Tech
Audi has kitted the Q8 e-tron with all its latest technology, and a real highlight is the MMI touch response operating system. Featuring two large displays, the upper 10.1-inch display handles traditional media functions, while the 8.6-inch screen looks after the climate settings. Together, they replace nearly all conventional switches and knobs, while a 12.3-inch Audi Virtual Cockpit also acts as a high-tech digital instrument cluster.
The flagship Vorsprung also comes laden with additional features. There are digital mirrors to replace conventional door mirrors, while the digital Matrix LED headlights are able to mark the car’s position in the lane and help the driver remain securely in the centre in narrow spaces.
Engines & Performance
Audi is offering two powertrains on the Q8 e-tron, both of which have been upgraded compared to previously.
The ‘50 e-tron quattro’ setup kicks off the line-up, with its twin electric motors producing 335bhp and 664Nm of torque in boost mode, while a large 95kWh battery (of which 89kWh is usable) features, too.
Above this is the 55 e-tron, which gets more powerful motors that take the performance figures up to 402bhp and 664Nm of torque in the boost model, as well as a 114kWh battery (of which 106kWh is usable).
Statistics
Starting with the 50 e-tron model, this is able to accelerate from 0-60mph to 5.8 seconds*, and head on to a top speed of 124mph*. Audi also claims a range of between 272 and 283* miles on a charge, while also boasting a maximum charging speed of 150kW, allowing a 10 to 80 per cent charge to be completed in 28 minutes.
The key advantage of going for the 55 e-tron is its increased range, with Audi claiming between 319 and 333* miles from a charge. The increase in power is offset by the fact additional weight, though its 5.4-second* 0-60mph time still makes it the quickest model, while its top speed remains the same as 124mph*. It can handle a faster 170kW charging rate, with a 10 to 80 per cent charge taking 31 minutes.
0-60 mph (55 e-tron)
5.4 seconds
Top speed (55 e-tron)
124mph
CO2 emissions
0g/km
*All vehicles are tested according to WLTP technical procedures. Figures shown are for comparability purposes; only compare fuel consumption, CO2 and equivalent electric range figures with other vehicles tested to the same technical procedures. These figures may not reflect real life driving results, which will depend upon a number of factors including the accessories fitted (post-registration), variations in weather, driving styles, vehicle load (and, for battery electric vehicles, the starting charge of the battery).
Receive one of the following when you buy a new Audi e-tron vehicle:
A 7kW Ohme 5m tethered cable Home Pro home EV charger,
Or a 7kW untethered ePod home EV charger (both with standard installation included),
Or a £500 Audi charging voucher code or £500 (inc.VAT) towards the list price of their new e-tron model.
Available to all eligible new e-tron retail customers who order their new Audi between 4 January – 2 April 2024*
Latest EV Offer
New fully electric e-tron retail customers can benefit from one of the below:
A 7kW Ohme 5m tethered cable Home Pro home EV charger,
Or a 7kW untethered ePod home EV charger (both with standard installation included),
Or a £500 Audi charging voucher code or £500 (inc.VAT) towards the list price of their new e-tron model.
This is available to all eligible new e-tron retail customers who order their new Audi between 4 July 2023 – 2 October 2023*.
Terms and Conditions
*Offer open to private retail customers in UK, aged 18+. Receive either: (1) a 7kW Ohme Home Pro home EV charger (5m tethered cable), (2) 7kW ePod home EV charger (untethered), (3) an Audi charging voucher code with £500 credit or (4) £500 towards the model list price when purchasing a new Audi e-tron model (Q4 e-tron, Q4 Sportback e-tron, Q8 e-tron, Q8 Sportback e-tron, e-tron, e-tron Sportback, e-tron GT, RS e-tron GT) between 04/01/24 and 02/04/24. Home EV charger option: available to homeowners or renters with landlord's permission with off-street parking & sufficient electrical capacity. Standard installation (subject to Ohme T&Cs). Audi charging option: Audi ID, app download, compatible smartphone, account creation, subscription, tariff selection & payment details required to activate the credit, credit valid for 3 years & cannot be extended. Incentive must be requested at the point of purchase & cannot be claimed retrospectively. Not available to fleet customers. Subject to availability.