Luxury SUV Audi Q8 gets its first owner - Virat Kohli

Audi Q8: Virat Kohli has become the first customer of Audi’s flagship SUV the Audi Q8. Launched on January 15, 2020 and priced at Rs 1.33 crore onwards, the Audi Q8 is available across Audi dealerships in India. The Audi Q8 is equipped with a 3.0 TFSI engine that generates 250KW (340 hp) and 500Nm of torque. Audi Q8 has amazing capability to propel itself from 0-100 kmph in 5.9 seconds.

"The machine is a combination of a four-door luxury coupe and a versatile SUV. Richly equipped, comprehensively connected and tough enough for off-road duty, the Audi Q8 55 TFSI is a composed companion for business and leisure," Audi said in a statement.

Audi Q8 – Highlights at a glance:

Dimensional and space concept:

§ 4.99 meters (16.4 ft) long, 2.00 meters (6.6 ft) wide and 1.71 meters (5.6 ft) tall

§ With a wheelbase of 3.00 meters (9.8 ft) it offers a spacious interior

§ The luggage compartment holds up to 1,755 litres

Exterior Design:

§ Sporty design and upscale prestige like no other

§ Imposing Singleframe grille in octagonal design

§ The size & shape of the broad C-pillar evokes memories of race-winning quattro cars

§ LED headlights flow into swell in the upper fender

§ The flare of the fender starts midway on the door & extends to integrate elegantly with the rear lift gate

§ Pronounced air intakes enhance the aggressive SUV character

§ Panoramic sunroof and frameless doors

§ Standard HD Matrix LED Technology brighten up the darkest nights

§ Continuous running LED strip with dynamic indicators

§ Trapezoidal tailpipe design, High Gloss Black design trim and Diffusers in Anthracite black optional

§ Optional S Line Exterior package for sporty and aggressive looks

§ Optional S Line Sports Package with Sports Air Suspension, Flat Bottom Steering Wheel and Sports Seats

Interiors:

§ Wrap around design

§ High quality cabin ‘Aero-acoustics’

§ Driver-focused Cockpit design

§ Button-less MMI Navigation system with Touch Response

§ Options include customized contour seats with massage function and ventilation. Four-zone automatic air conditioning and air quality package with fragrance and ionizer further enhance the elegant ambience.

Features & Digitalization:

§ MMI and Touch Response – 2 Screens, Primary (25.65 cms,10.1”) and Secondary (21.84 cms, 8.6”)

§ Haptic and Acoustic feedback

§ MMI Search - Free Text Search

§ Natural language interaction with speed dialogue system

§ Advanced handwriting recognition – whole word recognition

§ Provision for shortcuts in the secondary screen

§ Audi Phone Box with Wireless Charging

§ B&O 3D Surround Sound System (23 Speakers, 1920 watts)

§ Audi Music and Smartphone Interface

Suspension and Drive:

§ 3.0 L TFSI, 340 hp, 500 NM, BSVI compliant, 48V Mild Hybrid

§ 0-100 in 5.9 seconds. Top Speed 250km/h

§ Fast and smooth-shifting eight-speed tiptronic transmission

§ 254 millimeters of ground clearance, short overhangs, quattro permanent all-wheel drive and hill descent control

§ Standard progressive steering with optional all-wheel steering

§ Adaptive air suspension with controlled damping as standard

§ Audi Drive Select with 7 driving modes including “Individual” mode

Safety:

§ Audi Pre-Sense basic

§ 8 Airbags

§ Audi Park Assist

§ Electronic Stabilization Program

Customization:

§ Audi Exclusive customization with 54 exterior colors, 11 interior colors and 9 wooden inlays to choose from

§ Infinite personalization possibilities

MyAudi Connect:

§ First-in-luxury car segment

§ One Application – All-Things Audi