AUDI Australia has confirmed the arrival, specification, and pricing of its new Q8 55 e-tron vary this week, the SUV and Sportback vary to switch the e-tron SUV as the brand new flagship of the German model’s EV portfolio.
The brand new mannequin vary is claimed to ship an optimised drive, improved aerodynamics, greater charging efficiency and expanded battery capability when considered in opposition to the formidable predecessor and can embrace a Launch Version accessible for a restricted time solely.
Pricing for the revised line-up begins at $153,900 plus on-road prices, or $6500 greater than the entry value to the predecessor (see full pricing desk under).
Audi says it can first introduce the Q8 55 e-tron (SUV) and Q8 55 Sportback e-tron earlier than providing the SQ8 e-tron (SUV) and SQ8 Sportback e-tron in 2024.
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In addition to the brand new nameplate, the Q8 55 e-tron duo will characteristic the model’s new company identification in up to date two-dimensional badging, new ‘Q8’ logos, newly sculpted Singleframe frontal masks, wheel spoilers on the totally clad underfloor and new aerodynamic air curtains, and optionally available digital mirrors.
Collectively, the adjustments contribute to an improved drag coefficient variety of 0.27Cd (-0.01Cd) on SUV fashions and 0.24Cd (-0.02Cd) on the Sportback.
Dimensionally, the brand new Q8 55 e-tron is basically unchanged at 4915mm lengthy, 1937mm extensive and 1633mm tall. The Sportback is barely shorter in top at 1619mm.
Elsewhere we discover improved noise insulation in cooperation with quattro (all-wheel) drive and air suspension. Experience top could also be adjusted by as a lot as 76mm.
The Q8 55 e-tron’s 2928mm wheelbase is claimed to make sure beneficiant rear-seat legroom and cargo area of 569-litres (SUV) or 528-litres (Sportback); every with a 62-litre ‘frunk’ (entrance baggage compartment).
Motive drive comes from an asynchronous electrical motor on every axle with the rear unit now enhanced to supply 14 coils (up from 12) to generate a powerful magnetic subject with comparable power consumption. Subsequently, the Q8 55 e-tron delivers 300kW and 664Nm and might speed up 0-100km/h in 5.6 seconds. Prime pace is electronically restricted to 200km/h.
Audi’s seven-mode dynamic dealing with system affords “superior stability on all terrain and in all climate circumstances” whereas a discount within the steering gear “offers extra agile management over the car”.
Inside highlights embrace a pre-conditioning HVAC system and dual-zone local weather management (four-zone in Sportback), LED ambient cabin lighting, leather-appointed upholstery, entrance seat heating, driver’s seat place reminiscence, and 40:20:40 split-fold rear seats.
The Q8 55 e-tron is additional geared up with a trio of screens for instrumentation (12.3-inch), infotainment (10.1-inch) and auxiliary features (8.6-inch), in addition to excessive decision head-up show. Wi-fi Apple CarPlay and wired Android Auto connectivity are customary, as is wi-fi machine charging and twin USB ports entrance and rear.
Additional, Audi says the mannequin vary now consists of roughly 40 driver help programs with as much as 5 radar sensors, 5 cameras, and 12 ultrasonic sensors supplying the central driver help controller with “environmental data interpretation”.
A complete suite of driver help programs is obtainable as customary, together with parking sensors, a 360-degree digital camera system with kerb view operate, adaptive cruise management, rear cross-traffic alert, lane change and departure help, autonomous emergency braking, and tyre strain monitoring.
Battery capability is now listed at 114kWh (gross) rising DC charging efficiency to 170kW (+20kW). Audi says the battery could also be charged from 10 to 80 per cent in roughly 31 minutes. A 7.2kW AC charging port can also be accessible. The WLTP driving vary is listed at 454km.
Complimentary set up of a JetCharge residence charger is included within the buy value of the car.
Audi Australia can also be providing all e-tron automobiles with a six-year subscription to the Chargefox public EV charging community, six years of scheduled servicing and 6 years of roadside help, in addition to an eight-year battery guarantee.
The Launch Version consists of S line exterior styling components, 21-inch alloy wheels in metallic black, black exterior styling package deal, S line inside, Valcona leather-based upholstery, chrome steel pedals, black headlining, electrical steering wheel adjustment and colored LED ambient lighting.
“As the highest of the electrical SUV vary for Audi, we’re thrilled to welcome the Q8 e-tron to Australia,” stated Audi Australia director, Jeff Mannering.
“With optimised drive, improved charging efficiency, a contemporary design, and greater battery capability, I’m assured that is the proper match for Australians searching for the perfect mixture of uncompromised luxurious and excessive on a regular basis usability.”
2024 Audi Q8 55 e-tron pricing*:
SUV (a) | $153,900 | (+$6500) |
Sportback (a) | $165,900 | (+$7500) |
SUV Launch Version (a) | $165,900 | New variant |
*Pricing excludes on-road prices.
