2024 Audi SQ8 - POV Driving Impressions
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 6 ก.พ. 2025
- 2024 Audi SQ8 Performance & Technical Specs:
Engine: 4.0L twin-turbocharged V8
Horsepower: 500 hp
Torque: 568 lb-ft
Transmission: 8-speed Tiptronic® automatic
Drivetrain: quattro® all-wheel drive
0-60 mph: Approximately 3.6 seconds
Top Speed: Electronically limited
Dimensions:
Length: 193.0 inches
Width: 77.8 inches
Height: 65.0 inches
Wheelbase: 115.1 inches
Curb Weight: Approximately 5,500 lbs
Cargo Capacity: 30.5 cubic feet (rear seats up); 60.7 cubic feet (rear seats folded)
Exterior:
Newly designed Singleframe® grille with octagonal elements
Matrix-design LED headlights with available laser light technology
OLED taillights with customizable light signatures
21-inch alloy wheels standard; 22- and 23-inch options available
Available new exterior colors: Chili Red, Ascari Blue, Sakhir Gold
Interior:
Premium Valcona leather upholstery
Heated and ventilated front sport seats
Four-zone automatic climate control
Dual touchscreen MMI® infotainment system with haptic feedback
Bang & Olufsen® 3D Premium Sound System
Audi virtual cockpit plus with customizable displays
Safety & Driver Assistance:
Audi pre sense® front and rear
Adaptive cruise assist with lane guidance
Intersection assist
360-degree camera system
Park assist with remote parking capability
What's New for 2024?
Exterior Enhancements:
Refreshed front fascia with a redesigned Singleframe® grille
Updated headlight and taillight designs, including optional laser light technology
New exterior color options: Chili Red, Ascari Blue, Sakhir Gold
Interior Updates:
Introduction of new inlay options, including fine grain ash and carbon twill
Enhanced infotainment system with updated software for improved user experience
Technological Advancements:
Implementation of OLED technology in taillights for improved visibility and safety
Enhanced driver assistance features, including updated adaptive cruise assist
Warranty:
Basic: 4 years/50,000 miles
Powertrain: 4 years/50,000 miles
Corrosion Perforation: 12 years/unlimited miles
Roadside Assistance: 4 years/unlimited miles
Packages and Options:
Navarra Blue metallic $595
Bang & Olufsen advanced sound system with 3D Sound ($5,000)
Prestige Package ($4,500):
Dual-pane acoustic glass for side windows
Head-up display & Traffic sign recognition
Heated rear seats & Ventilation for front seats
Intersection assist
Power soft-closing doors
Remote park assist plus
Sunshades for rear door side windows and tailgate
Luxury Package ($2,900):
Dinamica® headliner
Extended leather package (dash, armrests, console)
Massage function for front seats
Passenger seat memory
22" wheel package ($1,500)
22" 5-arm-edge design wheels, matte platinum finish
Summer tires
Laser Headlights Package ($1,250):
Animation for headlights and taillights
$1,250.00
HD Matrix-design LED headlights with Audi laser light
Headlight washer system
Towing Package $750
Pricing:
Base MSRP: $90,400
Fully Optioned: $108,090 (including $1195 destination charge)
Dimensions & Capacities:
Curb Weight: ~5,300 lbs
Towing Capacity: 7,700 lbs (when equipped with towing package)
Cargo Space: 14.2 cu ft (behind third row)
Manufacturing Details:
Final Assembly: Bratislava, Slovakia
Engine and Transmission: Germany
Vehicle was provided by the #audi for testing and review.
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car opens up like a movie
Haha it really does
That startup chime is heavenly
Omg it is
Indeed
I appreciate the extra effort of getting up early in the morning when there is no traffic. Top notch review!
thank you for actually driving these cars
The sound of the V8 is incredible
0:04 I have to say the start up chime is the most interesting and most exciting part of any Audi. Now I’m interested in getting an Audi just to hear that chime when coming into the car. ☺️😌
Agree. Some might think it’s stupid, but it’s like a “reset button” for your day. Gamers like me know the feeling from the old PlayStation chimes - they never get old
What a nice car !
Maybe my favorite SUV at the moment, the sweet spot imo
This interior looks more modern and premium compared to what they are doing with their next gen interiors with the tacked on jumbo screen and budget materials.
it still holds up and doesnt look dated at all when they first released it in 2018, i believe the a6 and a7 has that same interior
Changes for change's sake is more important than any tangible beauty or goodness car enthusiasts might perceived. Since car enthusiasts don't actually buy their cars but boomers do
I'm impressed enough.. never thought of an Audi SUV being fun...
Might have been most reliable car in the car market by far. I said thşs for this back cam at speed meter make visible the road and give you more control the car. Perfect
I like that startup sound on the Audi SQ8. It sounds like heaven 😊
It does sound nice
@ I agree with you 😊
This car is a perfect daily
nah this car is beautiful. i drove and rode lots of cars but my friend’s rsq8 is by far my favorite in terms of passenger experience 😅
🇬🇧The sound of the V8 is better than the Harmon Carden Sound System of that car. I love the colour too!
It was a bang & Olufsen speaker system 🤭.
@@Rich71074 Weird that the tweeters don't pop up on the dash.
The thought of driving my low profile tires on those roads just gives me anxiety 😅 great video regardless
i don’t even know what i just witnessed but i like it 14:31
Beautiful car inside and out.
Ouu I like that blue!! Thanks topher!!
Best channel ever😂❤
My dream car! One day!
So Chris, having driven this and the Cayenne S which one would you rather have in your garage? - I know they’re similar but I’m sure they drive different. The SQ8 seems more rowdy which I appreciate.
If it were my money I'd get the SQ7. Maximum practicality with the V8 soundtrack! Audi really does get the exhaust right, whereas in the Cayenne it seemed more muted
@@TheTopherI agree SQ7 is such a good package, so much practicality with more than enough performance, I’d go the same route too, but we can never disagree the fact that the Cayenne is a more communicative driving experience.
People are not sleeping on audio they are just not spending mercedes $$$ on VW quality with road noise of a 30k car lol
Thank you for the vid as always tho.
Although yes the sound insulation maybe slightly cheaper than some of its competitors. Audi's interiors have better quality than some Mercedes cars.
I love having a natural V-8 sound to accompany the drive, unlike the digital junk BMW puts in their V-8-powered X5/X6.
Audi currently has my favorite startup and engine off chime, just beautiful symphony, the other Germans especially BMW with their new one not so much..
does anyone have an mp3 file of the startup chime for audi?
Which is better SQ8 or X5m/X6m?
Very cool!
Why sound system tweeter didn't pop up...
What a machine
really a lovely vehicle. I get its in the drivetrain architecture, but I wish they would be able to push those front wheels forward a lil. The overhangs make it look too front wheel drive.
car good car audi fast car
honeestly.. my dream daily
Hey, in your description it says audi sq7. Therefore the info might be wrong? Just wanted to let you know
Fixed, thanks for letting me know!
What a spec
The Lamborghini Ooroos
I feel like these screens should be oled
How does this drive compared to a $130k Cayenne S? Specifically steering and handling vise…
what an awesome SUV. buy this slap a stage 1 tune and you have an Urus for wayy less
Really well-appointed quality Audi interior and a stellar powertrain. IMHO looks too much like an Hyundai Ioniq 5 which is disappointing in a vehicle at the well over $100,000.00 USD price point.
The car is nice, but the interior is stale looking at this time.
Also, the frameless door windows will loosen up over the years and cause a rattle or two.
This one and Nissan sounds heavenly
The startup music?
am i saying urus wrong cause he pronounces it like "oooohroos" and i pronounce it "youris"
Don't give commentary just drive
can you try to get an f450 platinum 2017-2024
Y e a h, thinking that this could be the one for long travels, but the Cadillac v still takes the place of the one to get but this would be my second option.
This is a bit of a surprise that the electric version of this vehicle is... none coupe ugly thing that don't make sense like a Cayenne ... why coup a SUV Porsche.... LOL.... is cheaper than the gas version.... I would rather have the electric version....although the gas version can be gassed up faster than waiting on batteries.... LOL
Waiting for Christmas drop bless me with the new chevy suburban or TAHOE