Audi Q8 55TFSI has evolved
The only thing that has remained constant throughout history is change. Everything is always evolving; the most recent example of this is the widespread replacement of sedans by SUVs. Since SUVs are becoming more common, there is a growing need for uniqueness. Sport utility vehicles (SUVs) fill this niche. The BMW X6 and the Mercedes-GLE Coupe are two popular examples of vehicles that combine the best features of an SUV with those of a fast coupe.
The BMW and Mercedes-Benz in this market have already been refreshed, and their successor models are already under development. It's intriguing because there's an opponent who hasn't had a chance to experience this yet. Audi now offers the Q8. I was thrilled to find out that I would be among the first in the nation to test drive Audi's newest SUV, the TT RS, since it is the company's first effort at a thoroughbred sports SUV.
Design
The first thing you'll notice is that it's considerably bigger in person than it seems in the pictures. The Q8 is long, low, and broad, which is everything you're looking for in a sports SUV. The Q8's size surprised me since it didn't reduce its use in any way. Unlike other rivals, the trunk space and back headroom have not been compromised in favor of a more rakish silhouette. Win-win.
Changing places with the driver was an adventure in itself. After being welcomed by the action of the virtual cockpit, you are directed to the two enormous displays at the front of the cabin. There are two displays: one for the Audi MMI system, which handles audio, temperature, and other settings, and the other for the seats themselves. The innovative haptic feedback touch display, which at first I found bothersome but eventually came to rely on, is included on both displays. Due to how well the displays fit into the driving experience, I often found myself engaging with them without even realizing it.
Interior
The old "can I fit behind my seat" test proved to me that the interior was quite roomy. The Audi Q8's backseat occupants have it made, what with reclining seats, a dedicated temperature zone, and a haptic digital screen. The panoramic sunroof lends an element of brightness and airiness to the cabin during the day, which is replaced by the (highly adjustable) interior illumination at night. The cabin is kept very quiet because of the frameless doors and thick windows, and I was able to hear details in my favorite songs that I had never heard before thanks to the 23-speaker Bang & Olufsen 3D sound system.
Performance
It's a breeze to operate the Audi Q8 55 TFSI. A 48V motor assists with coasting and the start/stop transition for this mild hybrid 3.0L turbocharged petrol V6's 250kW of power and 500Nm of torque. Even if it struggles to get the Q8 going at lower rpm, the engine is more than up to the task. The dragon is brought to life by Dynamic Mode. When you activate "beast mode," the vehicle's exhaust sound deepens, the adaptive air suspension drops the car 90 millimeters, and the dashboard lights up red.
Despite its theatrical pretensions, the Q8 was designed to be a calm and collected cruiser. When driving hundreds of kilometers, the car's Comfort Mode is where you want to be, with the adaptive cruise control engaged and your preferred music played in crystal-clear isolation. It's a haven of pure opulence, with all the cutting-edge gadgets of the future at your disposal.
Our Judgment
The Audi Q8 is a great vehicle, in my opinion. It has all the makings of the greatest SUV on the market, and not only because four out of five people who see it stare at it or wave and give you a thumbs up. Let's see what the SQ8 and RSQ8 bring to the table when they finally arrive.
Specifications
Power: 250 kW
Rev. at Max Power: 5,000 - 6,400 rpm
Torque: 500 Nm
Rev. at Max Torque: 1,370 - 4,500 rpm
Displacement: 2,995 cc / 3.0 l
Cylinders: 6 Cyl
Engine Configuration: V-Engine
Turbocharger: Yes
Top Speed:250 km/h
Acceleration, 0-100 km/h:5.9 sec
Fuel Consumption: 8.6 l/100km
The BMW and Mercedes-Benz in this market have already been refreshed, and their successor models are already under development. It's intriguing because there's an opponent who hasn't had a chance to experience this yet. Audi now offers the Q8. I was thrilled to find out that I would be among the first in the nation to test drive Audi's newest SUV, the TT RS, since it is the company's first effort at a thoroughbred sports SUV.
Design
The first thing you'll notice is that it's considerably bigger in person than it seems in the pictures. The Q8 is long, low, and broad, which is everything you're looking for in a sports SUV. The Q8's size surprised me since it didn't reduce its use in any way. Unlike other rivals, the trunk space and back headroom have not been compromised in favor of a more rakish silhouette. Win-win.
Changing places with the driver was an adventure in itself. After being welcomed by the action of the virtual cockpit, you are directed to the two enormous displays at the front of the cabin. There are two displays: one for the Audi MMI system, which handles audio, temperature, and other settings, and the other for the seats themselves. The innovative haptic feedback touch display, which at first I found bothersome but eventually came to rely on, is included on both displays. Due to how well the displays fit into the driving experience, I often found myself engaging with them without even realizing it.
Interior
The old "can I fit behind my seat" test proved to me that the interior was quite roomy. The Audi Q8's backseat occupants have it made, what with reclining seats, a dedicated temperature zone, and a haptic digital screen. The panoramic sunroof lends an element of brightness and airiness to the cabin during the day, which is replaced by the (highly adjustable) interior illumination at night. The cabin is kept very quiet because of the frameless doors and thick windows, and I was able to hear details in my favorite songs that I had never heard before thanks to the 23-speaker Bang & Olufsen 3D sound system.
Performance
It's a breeze to operate the Audi Q8 55 TFSI. A 48V motor assists with coasting and the start/stop transition for this mild hybrid 3.0L turbocharged petrol V6's 250kW of power and 500Nm of torque. Even if it struggles to get the Q8 going at lower rpm, the engine is more than up to the task. The dragon is brought to life by Dynamic Mode. When you activate "beast mode," the vehicle's exhaust sound deepens, the adaptive air suspension drops the car 90 millimeters, and the dashboard lights up red.
Despite its theatrical pretensions, the Q8 was designed to be a calm and collected cruiser. When driving hundreds of kilometers, the car's Comfort Mode is where you want to be, with the adaptive cruise control engaged and your preferred music played in crystal-clear isolation. It's a haven of pure opulence, with all the cutting-edge gadgets of the future at your disposal.
Our Judgment
The Audi Q8 is a great vehicle, in my opinion. It has all the makings of the greatest SUV on the market, and not only because four out of five people who see it stare at it or wave and give you a thumbs up. Let's see what the SQ8 and RSQ8 bring to the table when they finally arrive.
Specifications
Power: 250 kW
Rev. at Max Power: 5,000 - 6,400 rpm
Torque: 500 Nm
Rev. at Max Torque: 1,370 - 4,500 rpm
Displacement: 2,995 cc / 3.0 l
Cylinders: 6 Cyl
Engine Configuration: V-Engine
Turbocharger: Yes
Top Speed:250 km/h
Acceleration, 0-100 km/h:5.9 sec
Fuel Consumption: 8.6 l/100km
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