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2026 Audi Q8
The 2026 Audi Q8's FuelEconomy.gov record holds 1 EPA certification record across 1 model/option label (Q8 quattro), spanning All-Wheel Drive drivetrain and Premium fuel type across 1 engine (3L 6-cyl SIDI; Mild Hybrid). EPA classifies it under Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD vehicle class, built on Hybrid powertrain technology. Across those configurations, expect combined efficiency of 19 MPG/MPGe, an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,100/yr. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. The site covers 4 model years of the Audi Q8, 2020 through 2027, and this is the 2026. Every figure on this page belongs to the 2026 model year alone.
Configurations1
Model/option labels1
Combined efficiency19 MPG/MPGe
Electric rangeNot listed
Decision answers12
Trim-by-trim specifications
The 2026 Audi Q8: 3 trims compared.
Kelley Blue Book specifications, one row per trim.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | 0–60 mph | Top speed | EPA city / hwy / comb | Seats | Basic warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 TFSI Premium | 3.0-liter V6 (MHEV, Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Tiptronic | AWD | 335 | 369 | 5.5 s | 130 mph | 17 / 23 / 19 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| 55 TFSI Premium Plus | 3.0-liter V6 (MHEV, Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Tiptronic | AWD | 335 | 369 | 5.5 s | 130 mph | 17 / 23 / 19 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| 55 TFSI Prestige | 3.0-liter V6 (MHEV, Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Tiptronic | AWD | 335 | 369 | 5.5 s | 130 mph | 17 / 23 / 19 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| Trim | Curb weight | Length | Height | Wheelbase | Ground clearance | Turning circle | Fuel tank | Front headroom | Front legroom | Towing | Tires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 TFSI Premium | 5,027 lb | 196.6 in | 67.2 in | 118 in | 5.8 in | 43.6 ft | 22.5 gal | 37.1 in | 41.6 in | 7,700 lb | P285/45R21 |
| 55 TFSI Premium Plus | 5,027 lb | 196.6 in | 67.2 in | 118 in | 5.8 in | 43.6 ft | 22.5 gal | 37.1 in | 41.6 in | 7,700 lb | P285/45R21 |
| 55 TFSI Prestige | 5,027 lb | 196.6 in | 67.2 in | 118 in | 5.8 in | 43.6 ft | 22.5 gal | 37.1 in | 41.6 in | 7,700 lb | P285/45R21 |
Equipment by trim
Which 2026 Audi Q8 trim has what.
Std is standard, Opt is optional, a dash means Kelley Blue Book lists it as not available.
| Equipment | 55 TFSI Premium | 55 TFSI Premium Plus | 55 TFSI Prestige |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | |||
| Blind-spot alert | Std | Std | Std |
| Child door locks | Std | Std | Std |
| Child-seat anchors | Std | Std | Std |
| Forward collision warning | Std | Std | Std |
| Hill-descent control | Std | Std | Std |
| Night vision | – | – | Opt |
| Rearview camera | Std | – | – |
| Top-view camera | Opt | Std | Std |
| Front and rear parking sensors | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear parking sensors | Std | Std | Std |
| Electronic stability control | Std | Std | Std |
| Traction control | Std | Std | Std |
| Technology | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | Std | Std | Std |
| Bluetooth | Std | Std | Std |
| Navigation system | Std | Std | Std |
| Premium audio system | Opt | Std | Std |
| Satellite radio | Std | Std | Std |
| Apple CarPlay or Android Auto | Std | Std | Std |
| Steering-wheel audio controls | Std | Std | Std |
| Touchscreen | Std | Std | Std |
| Comfort | |||
| Heated front seats | Std | Std | Std |
| Heated rear seats | – | – | Std |
| Heated steering wheel | Opt | Std | Std |
| Heated mirrors | Std | Std | Std |
| Power front seats for driver and passenger | Std | Std | Std |
| Power driver's seat | Std | Std | Std |
| Leather seats | Std | Std | Std |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | Std | Std | Std |
| Front and rear climate zones | Std | Std | Std |
| Panoramic moonroof | Std | Std | Std |
| Tilt steering wheel | Std | Std | Std |
| Tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel | Std | Std | Std |
| Cup holders | Std | Std | Std |
| Folding rear seat | Std | Std | Std |
| Exterior and convenience | |||
| Alloy wheels | Std | Std | Std |
| Privacy glass | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear spoiler | Std | Std | Std |
| Roof rails | Std | Std | Std |
| Power-folding mirrors | Std | Std | Std |
| Power liftgate or trunk | Std | Std | Std |
| 12-volt power outlet | Std | Std | Std |
| Power windows | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote keyless entry | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote engine start | Std | Std | Std |
| Proximity keyless entry | Std | Std | Std |
| Integrated garage-door opener | Std | Std | Std |
| Rain-sensing wipers | Std | Std | Std |
Complete certification table
1 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49897Q8 quattro | 3L 6-cyl SIDI; Mild HybridHybrid | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Premium | 17 | 23 | 19 | N/A |
Model-specific answer center
12 answers for this exact family-year.
Q01What changed on the 2026 Audi Q8 versus the 2025 Audi Q8?
Model year
Nothing in the certification data changed, so the 2026 Audi Q8 carries the 2025 Audi Q8's figures forward: 1 certification record labelled Q8 quattro, 3L 6-cyl SIDI; Mild Hybrid, all-wheel drive on premium, rated 19 combined MPG/MPGe and an EPA annual fuel cost of $4,100. Federal recall campaigns on file went from 2 for the 2025 to 1 for the 2026.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov certification records for both model years
Q02What kind of brakes does the 2026 Audi Q8 have?
Brakes and suspension
MotorTrend lists the 2026 Audi Q8 with four-wheel disc brakes. Source: MotorTrend, read 2026-09-25.
Q03What suspension does the 2026 Audi Q8 use?
Brakes and suspension
MotorTrend describes the 2026 Audi Q8's suspension this way. Front: a multi-link design. Rear: a multi-link design. Source: MotorTrend, read 2026-09-25.
Q04How did the 2026 Audi Q8 do in IIHS crash tests?
Safety
IIHS rated the 2026 Audi Q8: Good in the small overlap front test, Marginal in the updated moderate overlap front test, Good in the updated side test. IIHS states the rating applies to 2019-26 and 2024-26 models, based on a test of the 2019 Audi Q8 3.0T Premium Plus 4-door 4wd. Grades run Good, Acceptable, Marginal, Poor. Source: IIHS vehicle ratings, read 2026-09-24.
Source: iihs.org (opens in a new tab)
Q05What is the GVWR of the 2026 Audi Q8 Premium quattro?
Specifications
CarBuzz lists a curb weight of 5,027 pounds and a maximum payload of 1,168 pounds for the 2026 Audi Q8 Premium quattro; because payload is the gross vehicle weight rating minus curb weight, that puts the GVWR at 6,195 pounds.
Source: CarBuzz model-year specification page
Q06What is the payload capacity of the 2026 Audi Q8 Premium quattro?
Specifications
CarBuzz lists a maximum payload of 1,168 pounds for the 2026 Audi Q8 Premium quattro.
Source: CarBuzz model-year specification page
Q07What warranty does the 2026 Audi Q8 Premium quattro come with?
Specifications
CarBuzz lists the 2026 Audi Q8 Premium quattro with basic coverage of 48 months or 50,000 miles, powertrain coverage of 48 months or 50,000 miles, corrosion coverage of 144 months with unlimited miles and roadside assistance of 48 months with unlimited miles.
Source: CarBuzz model-year specification page
Q08What does the 2026 Audi Q8 cost across its trims?
Pricing
Kelley Blue Book's national base prices for the 2026 Audi Q8 run from $76,895 for the 55 TFSI Premium to $87,495 for the 55 TFSI Prestige, across 3 trims.
Source: Kelley Blue Book
Q09How quickly does the 2026 Audi Q8 accelerate from 0 to 60 mph?
Performance
The 2026 Audi Q8's 0-60 mph time is 5.5 seconds on every trim. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications. The 2025 model year has the same figure.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q10What is the 2026 Audi Q8's top speed?
Performance
The 2026 Audi Q8's top speed is 130 mph on every trim. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications. The 2025 model year has the same figure.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q11What size wheels does the 2026 Audi Q8 have?
Wheels and tires
The 2026 Audi Q8's wheel diameter is 21 inches on every trim. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications. The 2025 model year has the same figure.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q12How do the 2026 Audi Q8 trims differ from one another?
Trims
All 3 trims share the 3.0-liter V6 (MHEV, Turbo) making 335 hp. The 55 TFSI Premium Plus has a heated steering wheel, a premium audio system and a top-view camera as standard equipment over the 55 TFSI Premium. The 55 TFSI Prestige has heated rear seats as standard equipment over the 55 TFSI Premium Plus. The 2025 model year has the same figure.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
This model year’s federal safety record
1 federal recall campaign is on file for the 2026 Audi Q8.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
Federal filings for the 2026 Audi Q8 name backup camera. These are the systems cited in recall documents for this model year specifically, not a survey of every fault owners report, and not a statement that any individual 2026 Audi Q8 is affected.
The 2025 Audi Q8 carries 2 recall campaigns: 1 more recall than the 2026. Open the 2025 Audi Q8 record
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Recalls API; NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Complaints API.
Live NHTSA evidence
Current federal safety records for 2026 Audi Q8.
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