Audi Q8 Expert Review

The Audi Q8 stands out as a flagship luxury SUV that blends opulence, technology, and everyday usability with a dynamic edge. In its 55 TFSI form, it delivers smooth, composed performance from the 3.0-litre V6 mild-hybrid engine, paired with a plush, quiet cabin and refined ride quality. The facelift brings sharper styling, new digital daytime running light signatures, and updated interior tech, keeping the Q8 feeling fresh and premium. Meanwhile, the RS Q8 Performance transforms the same SUV into a blisteringly quick and aggressive high-performance machine, thanks to a 640 hp twin-turbo V8 that rockets it from 0 to 100 kph in just 3.6 seconds. Despite its bulk, the RS Q8 impresses with its agility, active anti-roll tech, and rear-wheel steering, all while retaining the luxury and versatility expected from an Audi SUV. While the 55 TFSI caters to the luxury-conscious, the RS Q8 is for those who want supercar performance cloaked in an SUV costume. Dive into our Autocar India expert reviews and first-drive reports for detailed impressions of both variants.