Audi Korea announced that it will launch the partially modified model of the large premium Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) "The New Audi Q8" and begin sales on the 19th.

The new Audi Q8 /Courtesy of Audi

The Audi Q8 is the top model of Audi's SUV lineup, the "Q Series." This partially modified model features a newly designed single frame, head and taillights, S Line exterior package, and 22-inch wheels as standard, along with enhanced driver convenience specifications.

"The New Audi Q8" will be available in a total of four trims: the standard and premium versions of "The New Audi Q8 50 TDI Quattro" and the standard and premium versions of "The New Audi Q8 55 TFSI Quattro."

The maximum output for the standard and premium trims of the New Audi Q8 50 TDI Quattro is 286 horsepower, with a maximum torque of 61.18 kg∙m, and a top speed of 241 km/h. It takes 6.1 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h. The fuel efficiency is 10.1 km per liter for both the standard and premium versions based on combined efficiency.

The New Audi Q8 55 TFSI Quattro offers a maximum output of 340 horsepower and a maximum torque of 51 kg∙m in both the standard and premium trims. Its top speed is 250 km/h, and it takes 5.6 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h. The fuel efficiency is 8.1 km per liter for both the standard and premium versions based on combined efficiency.

The exterior of the New Audi Q8 features a newly designed single frame and S Line exterior package, along with 22-inch wheels as standard.

All trims are equipped with a panoramic sunroof, adaptive windshield wipers that spray water according to the direction of the wiper blades for improved visibility, high beam assist, headlight washers, acoustic glass that effectively blocks external noise with double-glazed soundproofing, and climate control glass.

The rear design of the new Audi Q8 /Courtesy of Audi

The interior includes black headlining, Valcona leather S Sports Plus seats with electric ventilation and massage functions in the front seats, heated front and rear seats, a multifunctional leather three-spoke steering wheel with an electric steering column and heated steering wheel, and soft door closing. Additionally, a leather package is applied to the top of the dashboard, center console, and door armrests.

The New Audi Q8 features a departure warning system that temporarily prevents the door from opening when a vehicle is rapidly approaching from behind or is in the blind spot, detected by radar sensors mounted in the rear. Audi Side Assist, which detects approaching vehicles in the blind spot or rear while driving and sends warning signals through the side mirrors, is also included in all models. All models come standard with "adaptive air suspension," allowing the vehicle's height to be adjusted by up to 90 mm depending on driving conditions and the driver's preferences.

The price of the New Audi Q8 50 TDI Quattro is 120 million won, the price of the New Audi Q8 TDI Quattro Premium is 127 million won, the New Audi Q8 55 TFSI Quattro is priced at 123 million won, and the New Audi Q8 55 TFSI Quattro Premium is set at 130 million won.