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All Details & Specification Of New 2023 Audi RSQ8
If the inexplicable Lamborghini Urus and the Bentley Bentayga are too flamboyant for you, the new Audi RS Q8 might impress you with its charm. The 2023 Audi RS Q8 is the brand’s sportiest and most powerful SUV, one might say it’s the Ultimate SUV Audi makes today. The RS Q8 features a sporty and bumped-up design from the Q7 with the rumbling V8 inside. The twin-turbocharged V8 engine under the hood produces a whopping 591 horsepower. The new RS Q8 offers a good-looking design with a well-built body equipped with a high-quality feature-rich interior inside. With a good road presence, the RS-badged SUV shares much of its performance with the expensive Urus. But unlike its quarter-million price tag, the new RS Q8 offers incredible performance with wild sportiness at a quite cheap price.
What’s New?
For 2023, the Audi RS Q8 comes with no major changes but with some minor changes added to the car. Minor changes include new standard electric sunshades for the rear windows and added more leather finishes inside the car. With the optional Executive package, you will now get the park assist system included. Other than that, the car comes unchanged for the 2023 model year.
Engine Speicifications & Performance
A 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine powers the new Audi RS Q8 which produces 591 hp and 590 lb-ft of torque. Paired with a quirky 8-speed automatic transmission with Audi’s all-wheel drive system. The RS Q8 also o features a 48-volt hybrid system for smooth and quiet ignition starts and increased fuel economy. The car can accelerate from 0-60 mph in an insane 3.2 seconds and can achieve a top speed of over 190 mph. The car delivers incredible sporty handling with excellent grip throughout the drive. The performance is refined, fluid, and fast with an endless power supply with ear-soothing exhaust notes. The V8 will always remind you of who’s in charge and never make you feel worried about power.
Fuel Economy & Mileage
| 2023 Audi RS Q8 Mileage | City | Highway |
| RS Q8 | 13 mpg | 19 mpg |
The Audi RS Q8 with its insanely powerful V8 is not you go-to car for delivering the best fuel economy. But with its pristine refinement, the car delivers a fuel economy of 13 mpg in the city and 19 mpg on the highway. Car and Driver observed a fuel economy of a good 23 mpg of with their 75-mile highway test.
Dimensions, Space & Airbags
| 2022 Audi RS Q8 Dimensions | |
| Length | 197.3 inches |
| Width | 78.7 inches |
| Height | 66.7 inches |
| Wheelbase | 117.9 inches |
| Passenger Volume | 105 cubic feet |
| Cargo Volume | 31 cubic feet |
| Curb Weight | 5503 lbs. |
| Airbags | 8 airbags |
With its sporty design and compact looks, the RS-badged Q8 differentiates itself from the Q7. The reduced seats help reduce weight and make the car more aerodynamic. The compact size of the car helps in providing a thrilling performance with its frugal engine. The ride is both comfortable and effortless with punchy exhaust sounds coming from the aggressive V8.
Pricing
| 2023 Audi RS Q8 Price | Price (USD) |
| RS Q8 | $124,000 |
The new Audi RS Q8 starts with a hefty six-figure price tag of around $124,000. The price seems a lot but is justified as the car delivers an outstanding performance as it shares much of its mechanical specs with the Urus. The Audi RS Q8 delivers similar performance and still costs less than the Lamborghini Urus which costs over $250,000.
Specifications: Acceleration & Top-Speed
| 2023 Audi RS Q8 Specs | |
| Engine | 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine |
| Drivetrain | all-wheel drive |
| Horsepower | 591 hp |
| Torque | 590 lb-ft |
| 0-60 MPH | 3.2 seconds |
| 1/4 Mile | 11.6 seconds |
| 0-100 MPH | 8.1 seconds |
| 0-130 MPH | 14.4 seconds |
| 0-150 MPH | 21.3 seconds |
| Top-Speed | 190 mph |
