Audi RS Q8 4M 4.0 TFSI V8 (600 Hp) Mild Hybrid quattro tiptronic COD


Audi RS Q8:

The Audi Q8 is a mid-size luxury crossover SUV made by Audi that was launched in 2018. It is the flagship of the Audi SUV line, and is being produced at the Volkswagen Bratislava Plant.
BMW launched its coupe SUV in 2008, the BMW X6, and Mercedes-Benz followed suit in 2015 with the GLE-Class Coupe. Audi had been planning their own coupe SUV once the new body style became a sales success for other brands. Within the Volkswagen Group's product lineup, the Q8 shares its platform with the Q7 and the Lamborghini Urus, among other products. The Q8 is slightly shorter than the Q7 in terms of both length and height but is slightly wider. The Q8 has less cargo space than the Q7 due to its sloped roofline, and unlike the Q7, the Q8 is not available with third-row seats....(Read more on Wikipedia)

4M Overview:

Audi RS Q8 (4M). With 800 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2315 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 3.8 s). The top speed reaches 250 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • High-performance engine delivering 600 hp.
  • • Sporty acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 3.8 sec.
  • • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
  • • Independent multi-link suspension for premium ride comfort.
  • • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
  • • Generous trunk capacity of 605 Liters.
  • • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
  • • Direct fuel injection technology for optimized combustion.

Cons:

  • • Relatively high fuel consumption: 12.1 L/100 km combined.


Specifications:

General:
Brand:Audi
Model:RS Q8
Generation:4M
Modification (Engine):4.0 TFSI V8 (600 Hp) Mild Hybrid quattro tiptronic COD
Start of production:2019
End of production:2024
Powertrain Architecture:MHEV (Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle, power-assist hybrid, battery-assisted hybrid vehicles, BAHV)
Body type:SUV
Seats:5
Doors:5
Engine:
Engine systems:Cylinder deactivation system
Power:600 Hp @ 6000 rpm.
Power per litre:150.2 Hp/l
Torque:800 Nm @ 2200-4500 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:DHU
Engine displacement:3996
Number of cylinders:8
Engine configuration:V-engine
Number of valves per cylinder:4
Fuel injection system:Direct injection
Engine aspiration:BiTurbo, Intercooler
Engine oil capacity:9.5 l
Coolant:10 l
Engine layout:Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:86 mm mm
Piston Stroke:86 mm mm
Compression ratio:10:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:17 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:9.3 l/100 km
Combined fuel consumption (WLTP):13.7-14.2 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:12.1 l/100 km
Emission standard:Euro 6d-TEMP-EVAP-ISC
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:3.8 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:3.8 sec
Maximum speed:250 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:3.9 kg/Hp, 259.2 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:2.9 kg/Nm, 345.6 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 200 km/h:13.7 sec
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:3.6 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:2315
Max. weight:3015
Max. roof load:100 kg
Max load:700
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:1755 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:605 l
Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%):3500 kg
Fuel tank capacity:85 l
Permitted trailer load without brakes:750 kg
Permitted towbar download:140 kg
Permitted trailer load with brakes (8%):3500 kg
Size:
Length:5012 mm mm
Width:1998 mm mm
Height:1694 mm mm
Wheelbase:2998 mm mm
Width including mirrors:2190 mm
Front track:1692 mm
Rear (Back) track:1696 mm
Front overhang:994 mm
Rear overhang:1020 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):12.3 m
Approach angle:18.1°
Departure angle:23.2°
Powertrain:
Drive wheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Number of gears8
Transmission typeAutomatic
Gearbox typetiptronic
Front brakesVentilated discs, 420 mm
Rear brakesVentilated discs, 370 mm
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Tires size295/40 ZR22 112Y XL
Wheel rims size10J x 22
Front suspensionIndependent multi-link suspension
Rear suspensionIndependent multi-link suspension
Electric:
Electric motor power:16 Hp

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