8.4
2022 Audi RSQ8 review
The Audi RSQ8 isn't quite as ferocious as the RS badge would suggest, but there's no shortage of power or dynamic ability here.
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William Stopford
2022 Audi RSQ8 vs 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQS Comparison
Audi RSQ8
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CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv upper large category, between scores of 7.5 and 8.8.
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Based on the Audi RSQ8 TFSI QUATTRO MHEV
Based on the Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 4MATIC
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Luxury
FunFuel Efficiency
85L
1029 km
NA
Warranty
3 year - 5 year
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5 year
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CarExpert's Take
William Stopford
News Editor
William Stopford drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Genuine grunt
- Surprisingly refined
- Striking looks
Misses
- Little aural drama
- Some switchgear could be better
- Occasional rattle from the sunroof
Anthony Crawford
Senior Road Tester
Anthony Crawford drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Luxury, refinement are next level
- On top in the tech department
- Loads of space, loads of range
Misses
- It's heavy and not very quick
- Brake pedal feel is a bit remote
- You'll want the Hyperscreen
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Carbon & Black Styling Package (+$9,100)
- Cargo/Luggage Area Rails System (+$1,100)
- Carbon Twill Inlays (+$2,300)
- Exclusive Paint (+$6,800)
- Night View Assist (+$4,900)
- Comfort Plus Package (+$11,700)
- Digital TV (+$2,500)
- Exclusive Pack (+$4,300)
- Guard 360 degrees Vehicle Protection Plus (+$1,600)
- MBUX Augmented Reality in HUD (+$2,100)
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Ready To Buy
Specs
| Type | ||
| TWIN TURBO DIR F/INJ | ELECTRIC | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 3996 | - | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 4.0L | 0.0 | |
| Cylinders | ||
| TWIN TURBO V8 | NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 32 | - | |
| Power | ||
| 441kW | 265kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 6000 | - | |
| Torque | ||
| 800Nm | 800Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 2200 | - | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 9.7 | - | |
