Specifications by model year
Compare the stats that matter
Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | suv | 8 | 4.0 | Premium | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive |
| 2025 | suv | 8 | 4.0 | Premium | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive |
| 2024 | suv | 8 | 4.0 | Premium | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive |
| 2023 | suv | 8 | 4.0 | Premium | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive |
| 2022 | suv | 8 | 4.0 | Premium | Automatic | AWD/All-Wheel Drive |
| 2021 | suv | 8 | 4.0 | Premium | Automatic | AWD/All-Wheel Drive |
| 2020 | suv | 8 | 4.0 | Premium | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | pricing | Trim | Base price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | Trim: quattro | quattro | — | — |
| 2021 | Base price: $89,100, Trim: quattro Prestige, Note: HD Radio, Bluetooth, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary Audio Input, MP3 Player | quattro Prestige | $89,100 | HD Radio, Bluetooth, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary Audio Input, MP3 Player |
| 2020 | — | — | — | — |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Seats | bodyAndInterior | mechanical | Keyless ignition | Seat rows | Steering location | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | — | Standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | — | Standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | — | Standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | 5 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | — | Standard | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | 5 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 117.9, Front wheel: 21, Rear wheel: 21 | Standard | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 117.9 | 21 | 21 |
| 2020 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Rollover | Rated vehicle | abs | esc | tractionControl | tpms | adaptiveCruiseControl | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | pedestrianAeb | blindSpotMonitoring | blindSpotIntervention | laneDepartureWarning | laneCenteringAssist | rearCamera | rearCrossTrafficAlert | rearAeb | parkAssist | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem | nhtsaSafetyRatings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 4 | 2026 AUDI SQ8 SUV N/A AWD | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Rollover: 4, Rated vehicle: 2026 AUDI SQ8 SUV N/A AWD |
| 2025 | 4 | 2025 Audi SQ8 SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | Rollover: 4, Rated vehicle: 2025 Audi SQ8 SUV AWD |
| 2024 | 4 | 2024 Audi SQ8 SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | Rollover: 4, Rated vehicle: 2024 Audi SQ8 SUV AWD |
| 2023 | — | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | — | standard | — | standard | standard | — |
| 2022 | — | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | — | standard | — | standard | — | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | — |
| 2021 | 4 | 2021 Audi SQ8 SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | — | standard | — | standard | optional | standard | standard | — | — | standard | standard | Rollover: 4, Rated vehicle: 2021 Audi SQ8 SUV AWD |
| 2020 | 4 | 2020 Audi SQ8 SUV AWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Rollover: 4, Rated vehicle: 2020 Audi SQ8 SUV AWD |
Model year reports
2026
NewestThe 2026 Audi SQ8 presents a mixed ownership proposition.
2025
The 2025 Audi SQ8 presents a mixed ownership proposition.
2024
The 2024 Audi SQ8 presents a mixed ownership proposition.
2023
The 2023 Audi SQ8 presents a mixed ownership proposition.
2022
The 2022 Audi SQ8 offers potent performance but warrants careful consideration due to its 'Average' reliability rating.
2021
The 2021 Audi SQ8 presents a mixed ownership proposition.
2020
The 2020 Audi SQ8 presents a compelling performance package, but prospective buyers must approach with caution due to a high volume of Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) suggesting potential underlying issues.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Audi SQ8?
Carfocal currently has 7 published SQ8 reports, covering 2020 through 2026. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2026 Audi SQ8 presents a mixed ownership proposition.
Published year coverage: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.
Is the Audi SQ8 reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Audi SQ8. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2026 audi sq8 presents a mixed ownership proposition. and the 2026 audi sq8's value hinges on its performance appeal versus its documented reliability concerns. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
7 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Audi SQ8?
Across Carfocal's published SQ8 guides, recurring problem areas include Rearview Camera System, Electronic Control Module (ECM), and Infotainment System. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Rearview Camera System, Electronic Control Module (ECM), and Infotainment System.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 7
- Years tracked
- 7
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints