Audi RS Q8 Get New Performance Variant, Most Powerful SUV From the Brand

Audi has revealed the facelifted RS Q8, featuring a new 'Performance' variant that generates a whopping 631bhp. The new RS Q8 Performance variant produces 39.4bhp more power than the standard RS Q8 facelift, which continues to generate 592bhp and 800Nm from its twin-turbocharged V8 engine. It gets a newly engineered, lightweight exhaust system that contributes to the power increase, according to the four-ring brand. The RS Q8 Performance can accelerate from 0 to 100km/h in 3.6 seconds, while the standard version takes 3.8 seconds to do the same. The latter has an electronically restricted maximum speed of 250km/h, which can be raised to 280km/h or up to 305km/h as an option.

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The SUVs come equipped as standard with high-torque electric spindle drive, all-wheel steering, and adaptive air suspension sport with adjustable damping. However, several extra upgrades are available for purchase, including the RS ceramic braking system (standard on the RS Q8 Performance), a Quattro sport differential, and an electromechanical active roll stabilization (eAWS) system.

It's noteworthy that the SUV's Performance variant was the fastest production SUV to lap the Nordschleife racetrack at the Nürburgring in 7 minutes, 36.698 seconds. Its racing version, however, had optional mechanical upgrades. Let's look at other details of the revised RS Q8.

New Audi Rs Q8: What's Changed in Looks?

The RS Q8 now sports a revised four-ring logo, a sharper bumper with side air vents, and a redesigned single-frame grille with an octagonal design. It also has the updated Audi Q8's Matrix LED headlights, with an HD pair with high-beam laser lights as an option. The daytime running lights now offer five distinct signature choices, and for the first time, the SUV is equipped with OLED taillights that also provide five selectable light signatures. 

The Performance edition features side mirrors, a front spoiler, and a rear diffuser painted in matte grey. Alternatively, you can opt for glossy black or matte carbon finishes for an additional cost. In contrast, the RS Q8's external mirrors, front spoiler parts, window trim, and rear diffuser are all black. The SUVs feature 22-inch alloy wheels as standard, while 23-inch wheels can be added as an option. The interior options for the RS Q8 now include Red, Grey, and Blue colours. The SUV features a 12.3-inch Virtual Cockpit Plus driver's display, perforated sports seats, and an Alcantara-wrapped steering wheel.

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New Audi Rs Q8: Will it Come to India?

There is currently no official word on the arrival of the Performance model in India. We have the standard Q8 and the RS Q8 on sale in our market, priced at Rs 1.07-Rs 1.43 crore and Rs 2.22 crore, respectively.