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Audi is a German automotive manufacturer of luxury vehicles headquartered in Ingolstadt, Bavaria, Germany. As a subsidiary of its parent company, the Volkswagen Group, Audi produces vehicles in nine production facilities worldwide.

The 2027 Audi SQ8 is the high-performance version of Audi's Q8 luxury SUV. It combines the dramatic styling of the Q8 with a 500-horsepower twin-turbo V8, quattro all-wheel drive, and sophisticated suspension technology.

Unlike the three-row SQ7, the SQ8 focuses on style and performance, offering seating for five and a coupe-like roofline.

For 2027, the SQ8 carries over without major changes.

Performance

The SQ8 uses a 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 producing approximately 500 horsepower and 568 lb-ft of torque.

Power goes through an eight-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission and Audi's quattro all-wheel-drive system.

Audi's official specifications list 500 horsepower and a 0–60 mph time of approximately 4.0 seconds, while independent testing has recorded the SQ8 reaching 60 mph in about 3.6 seconds.

Performance equipment includes:

4.0-liter twin-turbo V8.
500 horsepower.
568 lb-ft of torque.
Eight-speed automatic transmission.
Quattro all-wheel drive.
Sport-tuned adaptive air suspension.
Rear sport differential.
Rear-wheel steering.
Active roll stabilization.
Multiple drive modes.
High-performance brakes.

The combination makes the SQ8 surprisingly agile for a vehicle weighing more than 5,000 pounds.

Exterior

The SQ8 has a more aggressive appearance than the standard Q8 but remains relatively understated compared with some competitors.

Distinctive features include:

S-specific grille.
Larger front air intakes.
Sportier bumpers.
Quad exhaust outlets.
Large alloy wheels.
S badging.
Dark exterior accents.
Optional carbon-fibre exterior trim.
Available wheels up to 23 inches.

Its sloping roofline gives the SQ8 a considerably sportier appearance than the three-row SQ7.

Interior

The SQ8 has a five-passenger cabin with an emphasis on luxury and technology.

The interior features high-quality materials, leather seating, S-specific trim, ambient lighting, and Audi's digital instrument and infotainment systems.

The front seats provide excellent support while remaining comfortable for long trips. Rear-seat passengers receive useful legroom, although the sloping roof reduces some of the practical space compared with the SQ7.

The SQ8 provides approximately 60.7 cubic feet of maximum cargo space with the rear seats folded.

Technology

Available technology includes:

12.3-inch Audi virtual cockpit plus.
MMI touch-response infotainment system.
Wireless Apple CarPlay.
Wireless Android Auto.
Wireless smartphone charging.
Navigation.
Head-up display.
Premium Bang & Olufsen audio.
360-degree camera system.
Advanced parking assistance.
Audi connect services.
Digital lighting technology.

The virtual cockpit includes dedicated performance displays for drivers who want to monitor vehicle information while driving enthusiastically.

Safety

The SQ8 offers a comprehensive collection of driver-assistance technology.

Available systems include:

Automatic emergency braking.
Forward collision warning.
Adaptive cruise control.
Lane-keeping assistance.
Blind-spot monitoring.
Rear cross-traffic alert.
Parking sensors.
Surround-view camera.
Traffic-sign recognition.
Advanced highway assistance.
Parking assistance.

Features

Major available features include:

Twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8.
500 horsepower.
568 lb-ft of torque.
Eight-speed automatic transmission.
Quattro all-wheel drive.
Adaptive air suspension.
Rear sport differential.
Rear-wheel steering.
Active roll stabilization.
Performance brakes.
22-inch wheels.
Available 23-inch wheels.
Panoramic sunroof.
Power liftgate.
Soft-close doors.
Digital instrument cluster.
MMI touchscreen.
Wireless smartphone connectivity.
Wireless charging.
Navigation.
Heated and ventilated front seats.
Heated rear seats.
Heated steering wheel.
Multi-zone climate control.
Premium Bang & Olufsen audio.
Adaptive cruise control.
Automatic emergency braking.
Blind-spot monitoring.
Surround-view camera.

Pros

Powerful 500-horsepower V8.
Very quick acceleration.
Excellent handling for a large SUV.
Standard quattro all-wheel drive.
Sophisticated suspension.
Rear-wheel steering.
Dramatic but tasteful styling.
High-quality interior.
Comfortable ride.
Useful cargo capacity.
More stylish than the SQ7.

Cons

Very expensive.
Poor fuel economy.
Large dimensions can make parking difficult.
Heavy curb weight.
Sloping roof reduces practicality compared with the SQ7.
No third-row seating.
Options can become very expensive.

Pricing

The 2027 Audi SQ8 starts at approximately $101,895 USD, with the higher Prestige version reaching approximately $109,395 USD before additional options and charges.

Audi Canada lists the 2027 SQ8 with a Canadian starting price of approximately $134,572 CAD.

Final Thoughts

The 2027 Audi SQ8 is essentially Audi's answer for buyers who want Q8 styling with serious V8 performance.

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Ed of Hilliard, OH
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Nancy of Malvern, PA
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Thabang of Johannesburg, Other
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Steve of Boxborough, MA
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Erica of Newport Beach, CA
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The of Beloit, WI
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Stephen of Greenwich, CT
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Angela of Traverse City, MI
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