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Audi Q8 Open for Booking, Launch on August 22

Audi has opened bookings of the Q8 in India. You can book the car by submitting Rs 5 Lakh either at an Audi dealership or their official website. The prices of the luxury SUV will be out on August 22. Here is all you get from it: 

Design of Q8 facelift

The Q8 facelift will continue with its distinctive coupe design. You get 8 options when it comes to the external hue of the SUV. These include: Sakhir Gold, Tamarind Brown, Waitomo Blue, Mythos Black, Samurai Grey, Glacier White, Satellite Silver, and Vicuna Beige.  It rides on 21-inch Gunmetal coloured alloy wheels. The rear bumper also receives a fresh update.

Interior of Q8 Facelift

Inside, the Q8 facelift will largely mirror the current generation's layout, with anticipated updates such as new stitching patterns and additional colour options for the interior. The dual-screen setup from Audi, including a 10.1-inch infotainment display, is expected to remain. Key features include a 4-zone automatic climate control system, a heads-up display, heated and ventilated seats with a massage function, and a Bang & Olufsen audio system. Safety features encompass multiple airbags, ABS with EBD, front and rear parking sensors with a 360-degree camera, electronic stability control, and park assist. It is yet to be confirmed if Audi will introduce ADAS features in this facelift.

Powertrain of Q8 Facelift

The upcoming Q8 facelift is expected to retain the 3.0-liter V6 engine from the current model, which is paired with a 48V mild-hybrid system. This combination delivers an impressive 335 bhp and 500 Nm of torque. This power is sent to the wheels through an 8-speed automatic transmission. In terms of real world numbers, Audi claims that the Q8 can achieve a 0-100 km/h acceleration time in 5.6 seconds and its speed tops at 250 km/h.

Price of the Audi Q8 Facelift

The price of the Q8 facelift is expected to see an increase over the current model, which is priced between Rs 1.07 crore and Rs 1.43 crore (ex-showroom). Although the Q8 Facelift won’t have direct competitors, it will serve as an alternative to traditional SUVs like the Mercedes-Benz GLE and BMW X5.

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