Audi Q8, SQ8 and RS Q8 trim levels explained

By CarWhere Research · Updated November 4, 2026

The 2027 Audi Q8 55 TFSI costs $76,900 (Premium), $82,100 (Premium Plus) or $87,500 (Prestige) with a 335-hp V6. The 500-hp SQ8 runs $100,600–$108,100, and the 631-hp RS Q8 performance is $139,700, all before $1,395 destination. Every version uses quattro and an 8-speed Tiptronic.

Current Q8, SQ8 and RS Q8 trim levels: Q8 / SQ8 / RS Q8, refreshed (2024–present)

Audi updated the Q8 for 2024 with new fascias and lighting, added the RS Q8 performance for 2025, and expanded trim content for 2026. For 2027 the S line exterior and 21-inch wheels become standard on Q8, and the RS Q8 performance gets standard dual-pane acoustic glass.[1][2][3][4]

Audi Q8, SQ8 and RS Q8 Q8 / SQ8 / RS Q8, refreshed (2024–present) trims in ladder order with 2027 model-year base MSRP (USD), engines and key standard equipment
Trim	Base MSRP (2027, USD)	Engines	Key standard equipment
Q8 55 TFSI Premium	$76,900excl. $1,395 destination	3.0L TFSI turbo V6 (335 hp, 369 lb-ft)	S line exterior and 21-inch wheels standard for 2027 Convenience plus package (since 2026) adds B&O 3D sound and a 360 camera [1][2][5]
Q8 55 TFSI Premium Plus	$82,100excl. $1,395 destination	3.0L TFSI turbo V6 (335 hp, 369 lb-ft)	Ventilated front seats, four-zone climate, soft-close doors and rear sunshades [1][5]
Q8 55 TFSI Prestige	$87,500excl. $1,395 destination	3.0L TFSI turbo V6 (335 hp, 369 lb-ft)	All-wheel steering and OLED taillights Sport plus package with 23-inch wheels and sport air suspension [1][5]
SQ8	$100,600excl. $1,395 destination	4.0L TFSI twin-turbo V8 (500 hp, 568 lb-ft)	Premium Plus $100,600, Prestige $108,100 Optional 23-inch wheel with Black optic for 2027 [1][2]
RS Q8 performance	$139,700excl. $1,395 destination	4.0L TFSI twin-turbo V8 (631 hp, 627 lb-ft)	Standard ceramic brakes and adaptive air suspension 0–60 mph in 3.4 seconds per Audi [1][4][2]

MSRP excludes destination unless noted. "—" means we could not confirm the price from an Audi pricing source.

Previous Q8, SQ8 and RS Q8 trim levels: Q8 / SQ8 / RS Q8 before the refresh (through 2023)

Before the 2024 update the Q8 came as the 55 TFSI, the SQ8 and the original RS Q8, which Audi listed at $115,400 for 2022. Prices below are 2023 (as updated December 2022).[6][7]

Audi Q8, SQ8 and RS Q8 Q8 / SQ8 / RS Q8 before the refresh (through 2023) trims in ladder order with 2023 model-year base MSRP (USD), engines and key standard equipment
Trim	Base MSRP (2023, USD)	Engines	Key standard equipment
Q8 55 TFSI quattro	$72,8002023 model year	3.0L TFSI turbo V6	Premium Plus $77,300, Prestige $83,100 [6]
SQ8	$95,5002023 model year	4.0L TFSI twin-turbo V8	Premium Plus $95,500, Prestige $101,500 [6]
RS Q8	$125,8002023 model year	4.0L TFSI twin-turbo V8	2022 price $115,400 [6][7]

MSRP excludes destination unless noted. "—" means we could not confirm the price from an Audi pricing source.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Premium, Premium Plus and Prestige on the Q8?

On the 2026–2027 Q8, Premium Plus adds ventilated front seats, four-zone climate, heated rear seats and soft-close doors. Prestige adds all-wheel steering and OLED taillights and unlocks the Sport plus package.

How much horsepower does the SQ8 have?

500 hp and 568 lb-ft from a 4.0L twin-turbo V8. The RS Q8 performance raises that to 631 hp and 627 lb-ft.

Is quattro standard on the Q8?

Yes. Every Q8, SQ8 and RS Q8 comes with quattro all-wheel drive and an 8-speed Tiptronic automatic.

What is the Audi RS Q8 performance?

Introduced for 2025, it is Audi Sport's most powerful production combustion model, with 631 hp, standard ceramic brakes and adaptive air suspension. It costs $139,700 for 2027.

Is the Q8 e-tron the same as the Q8?

No. The Q8 e-tron is a separate electric SUV, and it is absent from Audi's 2026 and 2027 lineup releases. The gas Q8 continues.

Sources

Prices and equipment are as published by Audi for the model year shown; trim content changes between model years, so confirm a specific vehicle against its original paperwork or build sheet.

Audi advances digitalization, Driver Assistance features, and packaging simplicity across model year 2027 lineup (Jul 8, 2026; updated Sep 9, 2026) — Audi of America (media.audiusa.com)
2027 Audi Q8 / SQ8 / RS Q8 Technical Specifications (PDF) — Audi of America (media.audiusa.com)
2024 Audi Q8 and SQ8 receive dynamic exterior design updates and new lighting technology (Oct 25, 2023) — Audi of America (media.audiusa.com)
The most powerful combustion model in Audi Sport history: The new 2025 Audi RS Q8 performance (Oct 24, 2024) — Audi of America (media.audiusa.com)
Audi 2026 lineup launches with Audi Signature Care Scheduled Maintenance included on all models (Aug 21, 2025; updated Aug 3, 2026) — Audi of America (media.audiusa.com)
Audi announces model year 2023 updates (Apr 20, 2022; pricing updated Dec 1, 2022) — Audi of America (media.audiusa.com)
Audi announces model year 2022 Audi Sport updates (Apr 27, 2021) — Audi of America (media.audiusa.com)

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