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Audi Q8 Australia

While other luxury German brands have coupe-inspired SUVs that look like two different cars cut and pasted together, the Audi Q8 takes a different approach to its design appeal.

The large five-seat SUV – which launched in Australia in 2018 - may be based on its practical Q7 sibling, but it adds sporty style, a muscular body design and driver-focused dynamics. Given its size, it’s still very practical, too.

The Audi Q8 starts at $140,090 for the Q8 50 E-Tron, ranging through to $166,090 for the Q8 55 E-Tron.

Audi Q8 News

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Audi Q8 Models Price and Specs

The price range for the Audi Q8 varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $140,090 and going to $166,090 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.

Year Body Type Specs Price from Price to
2025 SUV —, Electric, 1 SP AUTO $140,090 $166,090
2024 SUV —, Electric, 1 SP AUTO $109,560 $167,970
2023 SUV —, Electric, 1 SP AUTO $106,370 $159,500
2022 SUV 3.0L, Hyb/Diesel, 8 SP AUTO $118,580 $145,420
2021 SUV 3.0L, Hyb/PULP, 8 SP AUTO $139,590
See All Audi Q8 Pricing and Specs

Audi Q8 Interior

The Q8's interior is finished with premium and sturdy materials, with a mix of screens and buttons to control functions.

While the large SUV is spacous inside, the layout means everything is within reach for driver and passengers though there aren't many significant storage spaces aside from cupholders and door cards.

Audi Q8 Interior

Audi Q8 Colours

The Audi Q8 comes with nine colour options, only one of which is a no-cost option: 'Carrara White'.

The following colours are $2400: 'Glacier White Metallic', 'Satellite Silver Metallic', 'Mythos Black Metallic', 'Waitomo Blue Metallic', 'Chilli Red Metallic' and 'Daytona Grey Pearl'.

'Ascari Blue Metallic' and 'Sakhir Gold Metallic' are $4000 options.

  • Carrara white
  • Glacier white
  • Satellite silver
  • Mythos black
  • Waitomo blue
  • Chilli red
  • Daytona grey
  • Ascari blue
  • Sakhir gold
To confirm current colour availability, please check the manufacturer's website.

Audi Q8 Seats

The Audi Q8 has a standard five-seat configuration, with electrically adjustable front seats and a bench second row.

Audi Q8 Seats

Audi Q8 Dimensions

The dimensions of the Audi Q8 SUV vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.

Year Body Type Height x Width x Length Ground Clearance
2025 SUV 1633x1937x4915 mm 160 mm
2024 SUV 1749x1995x5005 mm 211 mm
2023 SUV 1749x1995x5005 mm 211 mm
2022 SUV 1749x1995x5005 mm 211 mm
2021 SUV 1749x1995x5005 mm 211 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Audi Q8 Dimensions

Audi Q8 Boot Space

Audi says the Q8's boot has a claimed 605 litres of capacity, or 1755 litres with the second row folded down.

Audi Q8 Boot space

Audi Q8 Engine

Each variant of Audi Q8 has a different powertrain, there's a diesel, petrol, and plug-in hybrid in the range.

The 50 TDI has a 3.0-litre turbo-diesel V6 driving all four wheels with its 210kW and 600Nm via an eight-speed automatic.

The 55 TFSI has a similar drivetrain, but runs on petrol and boasts more power at 250kW, but less torque with 500Nm.

Both the 50 and 55 feature 48-volt mild-hybrid tech to bring fuel use down.

Then there’s the Q8 60 TFSIe, which also has a 3.0-litre turbo V6, but it’s aided by an electric motor for an output of 360kW and 700Nm.

Audi Q8 Engine

Audi Q8 Towing Capacity

The Audi Q8 has maximum towing capacity of 3500kg for the latest model available.

Year Body Type Braked Capacity from Braked Capacity to
2025 SUV 1800kg 3500kg
2024 SUV 1800kg 3500kg
2023 SUV 1800kg 3500kg
2022 SUV 3500kg 3500kg
2021 SUV 3500kg 3500kg
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Audi Q8 Wheel Size

The Audi Q8 has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 255x50 R20 for SUV in 2025.

Year Body Type Front Tyre Size Front Rim Rear Tyre Size Rear Rim
2025 SUV 255x50 R20 255x50 R20
2024 SUV 285x45 R21 285x45 R21
2023 SUV 285x45 R21 285x45 R21
2022 SUV 285x45 R21 285x45 R21
2021 SUV 285x45 R21 285x45 R21
The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Audi Q8 Wheel Sizes

Audi Q8 Q&As

Check out real-world situations relating to the Audi Q8 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.

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Audi Q8 Accessories

The screens in the Audi Q8 consist of a main 10.1-inch touchscreen, the 12.3-inch driver display and an 8.6-inch touchscreen.

There's heated leather seats up front, adjustable leather seats in the rear, three-zone climate control, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and a wireless phone charger.

Audi Q8 Accessories

Audi Q8 Speed

Depending on variant, the Audi Q8 can hit 100km/h in as little as 5.0 seconds. That's with the most powerful available, the Q8 60 TFSIe, which uses plug-in hybrid power.

Below that there's a petrol-powered 55 TFSI which has a claimed 0-100km/h time of 5.9 seconds. Both these versions are limited to 250km/h.

Finally, a diesel-powered 50 TDI variant is able to hit 100km/h in a claimed 6.1 seconds and on to a top of 241km/h.

Audi Q8 Fuel Consumption

The Audi Q8 is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by Electric, Hyb/Diesel, Hyb/PULP and — fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 7.1L/100km for SUV /Hyb/Diesel for the latest year the model was manufactured.

Year Body Type Fuel Consumption* Engine Fuel Type Transmission
2025 SUV Electric 1 SP AUTO
2025 SUV 7.1L/100km 3.0L Hyb/Diesel 8 SP AUTO
2025 SUV 9.2L/100km 3.0L Hyb/PULP 8 SP AUTO
2024 SUV Electric 1 SP AUTO
2024 SUV 6.9L/100km 3.0L 8 SP AUTO
2023 SUV Electric 1 SP AUTO
2023 SUV 6.9L/100km 3.0L 8 SP AUTO
2023 SUV 6.9L/100km 3.0L Hyb/Diesel 8 SP AUTO
2023 SUV 9.2L/100km 3.0L Hyb/PULP 8 SP AUTO
2022 SUV 6.9L/100km 3.0L Hyb/Diesel 8 SP AUTO
2022 SUV 9.2L/100km 3.0L Hyb/PULP 8 SP AUTO
2021 SUV 6.9L/100km 3.0L Hyb/Diesel 8 SP AUTO
2021 SUV 6.9L/100km 3.0L Hyb/PULP 8 SP AUTO
* Combined fuel consumption See All Audi Q8 Pricing and Specs for 2025

Audi Q8 Range

The Q8 50 TDI has a claimed 7.1L/100km fuel consumption figure, while the 55 TFSI is a little thirstier at 9.2 litres per 100km. They have 75- and 85-litre fuel tanks respectively, so should be able to reach about 100km and 900km in that order.

Real-world factors will lower the distances you’re able to cover.

It should be noted that the 60 TFSIe has a much lower claimed fuel use thanks to its 25.9kWh battery doing some of the work, but its 1.8L/100km claimed consumption figure is unrealistic for any significant drive. Once its 74km EV range is depleted, fuel use will rise significantly and drain the tank much more quickly.