2025 Audi

RS Q8 Performance

Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.0 L, Turbo

Audi RS Q8 Performance: best and worst years

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Overview

Body: Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDEPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026
Drivetrain: All-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026Audi calls it quattro.
Transmission: Automatic (S8)EPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026
Powertrain: HybridEPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026
Fuel: PremiumEPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026

Engine & performance

Axle ratio: 3.20
Cyl: 8EPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026
Aspiration: TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026
Start-stop system: YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy: 20 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026
MPG City: 14 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026
MPG Comb: 16 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026
Fuel $/yr: $5,150EPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026
CO₂: 547 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026
Eco Score: 3/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026
Smog score: 2/10
Elec. Range: 0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026
SmartWay certified: No

Safety NHTSA record NHTSA, model year

Rollover rating: ★★★★★
Stability control (ESC): Standard
Forward-collision warning: Standard
Lane-departure warning: Standard
Recalls: 2
Owner complaints: 0 See on NHTSA

Feature availability

Comfort

Heated rear seats
Package only
Heated seats
Standard
Heated steering wheelUnconfirmed
Package only
Leather seats
Standard
Massaging seats
Package only
Memory seat
Standard
Panoramic sunroofUnconfirmed
Package only
Ventilated seatsUnconfirmed
Package only

Audio

Bang & Olufsen audioUnconfirmed
Package only
Premium audio (any brand)Unconfirmed
Standard

Cameras & visibility

360 surround-view cameraUnconfirmed
Package only
Backup camera
Standard
Head-up displayUnconfirmed
Package only
Night visionUnconfirmed
Package only
Parking sensors
Standard

Driver assist

Adaptive cruise control
Standard
Automatic emergency brakingPart of Audi pre sense.
Standard
Blind-spot monitor
Standard
Lane-keeping assist
Standard

Convenience

Android Auto
Standard
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Keyless entry
Standard
Navigation system
Standard
Power liftgate
Standard
Push-button start
Standard
Remote startUnconfirmed
Standard
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
Wireless phone charging
Standard

Exterior

Adaptive headlights
Standard
Roof rails
Standard
Tow packageUnconfirmed
Standalone option

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic: 4 yr / 50k mi
Powertrain: 4 yr / 50k mi
Roadside assistance: 4 yr
Maintenance: 3 yr / 30k mi
EV battery: 8 yr / 100k mi

Source: media.audiusa.com as of 2026-06

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.