Audi SQ8 V8 TFSI

Audi SQ8 V8 TFSI is the India-market performance flagship in the Q8 family, powered by a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 with quattro all-wheel drive, an 8-speed automatic and a claimed 0–100 km/h time of 4.1 seconds, so it suits buyers who want super-SUV pace with a more discreet look. The current listed ex-showroom price is about ₹1.78 crore, and the variant is positioned as a five-seat luxury SUV rather than a practicality-first family car.

The SQ8 V8 TFSI remains a strong choice if the buying priority is effortless high-speed touring, with 770 Nm of torque and a large-body SUV stance that should feel stable and relaxed on expressways. Its appeal is strongest for enthusiasts who want Audi’s performance tuning without stepping into the more extrovert RS image, but running costs, fuel consumption and tyre/brake replacement costs will be in premium territory.

For recent India-market context, the SQ8 has been listed as a current 2026 model with the same core V8 powertrain and performance figures, while showroom pricing and availability should be checked carefully because luxury-performance imports can vary by city and stock. Buyers should compare it against the standard Q8 for comfort-led value and against rivals like the BMW X7 M60i or Mercedes-AMG GLS alternatives only if outright performance and badge prestige matter more than operating cost.

The SQ8 V8 TFSI is priced at ₹1.78 crore ex-showroom in India and sits between the regular Q8 and the RS Q8, making it the more sensible choice if the buyer wants V8 performance without stepping into the RS Q8’s higher price bracket. Its 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8, 8-speed automatic, quattro AWD, 0–100 km/h claim of 4.1 seconds, and CBU import status make it a niche, expensive, but very capable grand-touring SUV for buyers prioritising performance and exclusivity.

Audi launched the SQ8 in India in March 2026 at an introductory ex-showroom price of ₹1.78 crore, and it is sold here as a single, performance-focused V8 TFSI quattro variant with deliveries expected to follow the launch.

The India-spec SQ8 uses a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 TFSI petrol engine with 500 bhp and 770 Nm, paired with an 8-speed automatic and all-wheel drive, with claimed 0–100 kmph in 4.1 seconds and a top speed limited to 250 kmph.

By August 2026, listed ex-showroom pricing for the SQ8 remained around ₹1.78 crore, while published on-road estimates for major cities are well above ₹2 crore, which makes local taxes and registration a major part of the buying decision.

Audi SQ8 V8 TFSI is listed in India at an ex-showroom price of ₹1.78 crore, with on-road pricing varying by city and typically crossing ₹2 crore, so it sits firmly in ultra-luxury territory for buyers who want a V8 performance SUV.

Audi SQ8 V8 TFSI is a performance SUV, so mileage is not its strong point; recent India listings position it around 7.5 kpl estimated rather than an official ARAI figure, which makes it a petrol V8 best suited to buyers prioritising power over running costs.

Audi launched the SQ8 in India in March 2026 at an introductory ex-showroom price of ₹1.78 crore, with a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8, 8-speed automatic and quattro AWD, so the ownership case should be judged more on performance and refinement than efficiency.

For buyers cross-shopping the Q8 family, the SQ8’s fuel economy is materially lower than the standard Q8 55 TFSI’s 12.4 kpl ARAI figure, so the SQ8 makes sense only if the extra V8 performance is worth the higher fuel spend.