2020 Audi RS Q8

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Rating8.8

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$113,000
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Nathan Dyer 

Senior Editor,

Updated on November 28, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Aggressive acceleration from a standstill

The brake pedal feels squishy in city limits

All-new model for 2020

Impressive driving dynamics for an SUV

Rivals are more engaging around the corners

Stylish and superb-quality interior

Some rivals offer more at lower prices

Specs & Features

$113,000

price

591 hp @ 6000 rpm

horsepower

590 lb.-ft.

torque

8-Speed Automatic w/od

transmission

4.0L 8cyl AWD 8A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2020 Audi RSQ8 is a proud member of the midsize SUV segment, locking horns with cars like the Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR, the BMW X6 M, and the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63 S Coupe. Available in a single trim, the RSQ8 starts off at a base price of MSRP $89,995 and carries on to $113,000.

Its 4.0L twin-turbocharged V8 engine and 48V hybrid system paired with an 8-speed Automatic transmission give the SUV 591 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque. With that, it manages a 0-60 of 3.7 seconds and boasts a towing capacity of 7,700 pounds. Moving to fuel economy, the RSQ8 manages to get a combined EPA rating of 15 MPG, which is just average for the class, with most of its rivals reaching similar numbers. It also has a ground clearance of 8.3 inches. 

Buying Advice

The 2020 Audi RSQ8 is an extremely powerful SUV that is brutally quick. There is just a single trim on offer but there are plenty of options to choose from.

Trims

    Base
    $113,000 onwards
    • Engine: 4.0L 8cyl AWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 591 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 590 lb.-ft.
    • 0-60 mph: 3.4 sec
    • Top Speed: 190 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 15 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$113,000

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.82

Horsepower

591 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque

590 lb.-ft.

Capacity

5

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$77,500- $171,500

Gasoline

7.51

345 hp @ 5750 rpm

369 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

5

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$165,000- $235,700

Gasoline

7.55

542 hp @ 6000 rpm

568 lb.-ft. @ 1960 rpm

5

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$39,650- $45,400

Gasoline

8.27

250 hp @ 5500 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

5

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$156,450

Gasoline

6.95

577 hp @ 6000 rpm

627 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm

5

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$89,000- $94,500

Gasoline

8.39

500 hp @ 5500 rpm

568 lb.-ft.

5

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$84,800- $90,400

Gasoline

8.74

500 hp @ 5500 rpm

568 lb.-ft.

7

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2020 Audi RS Q8 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    3.4 sec11.8 sec190 mph
    4.1 sec15.5 sec-
    4.29 sec12.6 sec-
    2020 Audi SQ8

    Ranked #4

    4.3 sec12.8 sec155 mph
    2020 Audi SQ7

    Ranked #4

    4.3 sec12.8 sec155 mph
    4.4 sec12.7 sec-

    2020 Audi RS Q8 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      13 mpg19 mpg15 mpg22.5 gal.292.5/427.5 mi.
      23 mpg34 mpg27 mpg14.5 gal.333.5/493 mi.
      2020 Audi SQ8

      Ranked #2

      15 mpg21 mpg17 mpg22.5 gal.337.5/472.5 mi.
      2020 Audi SQ7

      Ranked #2

      15 mpg21 mpg17 mpg22.5 gal.337.5/472.5 mi.
      14 mpg23 mpg17 mpg22.5 gal.315/517.5 mi.
      15 mpg21 mpg17 mpg21.1 gal.316.5/443.1 mi.

      2020 Audi RS Q8 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        197.3 in.78.7 in.66.7 in.8.5 in.117.9 in.
        202.4 in.78.7 in.68.6 in.9.7 in.117.9 in.
        2020 Audi SQ7

        Ranked #2

        199.6 in.77.6 in.68.5 in.-117.9 in.

        2020 Aston Martin DBX

        Ranked #3

        198.4 in.78.7 in.66.1 in.9.3 in.120.5 in.
        197 in.77.5 in.66.7 in.8 in.118.3 in.
        2020 Audi SQ8

        Ranked #6

        196.6 in.78.5 in.67.2 in.8.7 in.117.9 in.

        2020 Audi RS Q8 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          30.5 cu.ft.125.3 cu.ft.60.7 cu.ft.
          38.1 cu.ft.-68.6 cu.ft.
          2020 Audi SQ8

          Ranked #2

          30.5 cu.ft.125.3 cu.ft.60.7 cu.ft.
          17.1 cu.ft.125.3 cu.ft.62.6 cu.ft.
          2020 Audi SQ7

          Ranked #2

          14.2 cu.ft.125.3 cu.ft.57.5 cu.ft.
          23.2 cu.ft.-50.9 cu.ft.

          2020 Audi RS Q8 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            57.5 cu.ft.30.5 cu.ft.60.7 cu.ft.76 ft.
            14 cu.ft.20.5 cu.ft.14 cu.ft.-
            2020 Audi SQ8

            Ranked #3

            57.5 cu.ft.30.5 cu.ft.60.7 cu.ft.76 ft.
            57.5 cu.ft.17.1 cu.ft.62.6 cu.ft.76 ft.
            50.9 cu.ft.23.2 cu.ft.50.9 cu.ft.-
            2020 Audi SQ7

            Ranked #6

            57.5 cu.ft.14.2 cu.ft.57.5 cu.ft.67 ft.

            2020 Audi RS Q8 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              7700 lbs.893 lbs.5490 lbs.
              7716 lbs.1885 lbs.5264 lbs.
              2020 Audi SQ8

              Ranked #2

              7700 lbs.981 lbs.5004 lbs.
              2020 Audi SQ7

              Ranked #2

              7700 lbs.1356 lbs.5291 lbs.
              7200 lbs.1650 lbs.4987 lbs.
              6500 lbs.1210 lbs.5845 lbs.

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