Audi Q8 limited edition launched in India at Rs 1.18 crore

Audi has added a new limited edition model to the Audi Q8 lineup ahead of the festive season. This limited edition is priced at Rs 1,18,46,000, making it Rs 11 lakh pricier than the Celebration trim of the SUV. As the title implies, only a certain number of units of this edition will go on sale. The limited edition will likely be taken off the market after a few months.

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Audi Q8 limited edition: What to expect?

In terms of cosmetic changes, the Audi Q8 limited edition gets the S-Line and Black exterior styling packages. The S-Line package lends a sportier look to the SUV. Up front, it gets the Singleframe grille in an octagonal design. The grille along with the wing mirrors and roof rails has been blacked out. The limited edition SUV is available in three colour options – Mythos Black, Glacier White and Daytona Gray. Along the sides, the Q8 gets 21-inch, 5-spoke graphite grey diamond finish alloy wheels.

Inside, the Audi Q8 limited edition gets a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system and an 8.5-inch touchscreen control for the HVAC. There’s another screen for the digital instrument cluster. The SUV gets a four-zone AC unit, a Bang & Olufsen premium sound system, Audi music and smartphone interface, wireless charging, and more. Safety features include Audi Pre-Sense basic, 8 airbags, Audi Park Assist with Parking Aid Plus, ESP, and a rearview camera.

The Audi Q8 limited edition is powered by a 3.0-litre turbo petrol engine. This engine gets mild-hybrid tech in the form of a 48V unit. Put together, this system can churn out a maximum power output of 340hp and 500Nm of torque. In terms of transmission, the SUV gets an 8-speed automatic gearbox. The Audi Q8 limited edition can accelerate from 0-100kmph in 5.9 seconds. The top speed for the SUV has been capped at 250kmph.

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Conclusion

Audi recently unveiled the facelifted Q8 globally. It remains to be seen when the Q8 facelift will be launched in India. The automaker launched the Q8 e-tron last month at the price of Rs 1.14 crore. The SUV rivals the Porsche Cayenne Coupe and Lexus RX.

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