Audi SQ8 2020: appearance, interior, specifications, equipment, price tag. At the end - test drive Audi SQ8 2020. Audi SQ8 2020: appearance, interior, specifications, equipment, price tag. At the end - a test drive of the Audi SQ8 2020.
The content of the article:
- External appearance
- Interior decoration
- Specifications
- Equipment level and price
The world debut of the flagship coupe-like crossover Audi SQ8 took place in the summer of 2018 in Shenzhen. Thus, the company's management intends to take some of the sales from the established class leaders - BMW X6 and Mercedes GLE coupe, and, admittedly, there is no reason why they will not succeed.
But the world community did not have time to get used to the new product, as Audi presented its charged modification SQ8, which received a more aggressive appearance, minor changes in the cabin and, of course, high-performance filling.
The appearance of the Audi SQ8 2020
The "hot" Audi SQ8 can be recognized by the more aggressive exterior design. The "muzzle" of the car meets with formidable optics of the head light, a massive false radiator grille and a stylish front bumper with several sections of air intakes.
The toned profile is represented by massive wheel arches, a domed roof, elegant sidewalls and specially designed 21-inch wheels.
The SQ8 stern displays spectacular side lights, interconnected by a narrow strip of LEDs, a compact spoiler and a powerful bumper with two pairs of exhaust "trunks".
The external dimensions are exactly the same as those of the "civil" Q8:
| Length, mm | 4986 |
| Width, mm | 1995 |
| Height, mm | 1705 |
| Wheel base length, mm | 2987 |
The height of the ground clearance, thanks to the air suspension, can be increased by 90 mm - up to 254 mm, which allows you to feel at ease not only in the city, but also on the broken road surface.
Immediately, we note that a large number of body colors and optional 22-inch "rollers" of a special design are offered for the car.
Interior design of the Audi SQ8 2020
In the interior of the "charged" Audi SQ8, technological luxury reigns, although the company tried to preserve its corporate simplicity and a certain conservatism.
In front of the driver is a cool multifunction steering wheel with a tapered lower rim, and right behind it is a 12.3-inch dashboard.
In the center of the dash, the manufacturer has placed a 10.1-inch display for the information and media center, and directly below it is an 8.6-inch climate control display.
The front of the cabin is divided into two parts by a massive central tunnel, where in its front part there is a massive gearshift selector, as well as an electronic parking brake.
Front riders are offered excellent seats with excellent lateral support, a wide range of adjustments, heating and other benefits of modern civilization.
There is a wide armrest between the chairs, in the depth of which there is a large box for storing various small items.
Immediately, we note that the interior of the "heated" SQ8 differs from the civilian Q8 in the presence of a combined trim of Alcantara and genuine leather seats, embroidered "S" letters on the backs of the front seats, as well as metal overlays on the pedals and sills.
The rear sofa provides a large amount of free space in all directions, but it is profiled for two riders, which, as it were, hints that the third rider is not particularly welcome here. This fact is also confirmed by the high transmission tunnel, although it should be admitted that the third passenger will get in here without any problems.
The luggage compartment volume is standard 605 liters, and with the rear row folded down it can reach 1755 liters. Moreover, under the raised floor there is a place for rolling and a set of tools necessary on the road.
2020 Audi SQ8 specs
Unlike the standard Audi Q8, which is offered with one of three power plants, its "charged" brother is available with one engine. They are a 4-liter turbodiesel with 8 "pots" and a combined supercharging system.
In fact, we have a power plant similar to those installed in the Audi SQ7 and Bentley Bentayga, but with significant modifications.
We also note that the Audi SQ8 is a mild hybrid. A small starter-generator is installed on one side of the cylinders, which is responsible for starting the engine and acting as a "start-stop" system. This starter-generator is connected to its own 48-volt network and is powered by a lithium-ion battery that is housed in the luggage compartment.
The total output of the engine reaches 435 liters. with. and reproduces an impressive 900 Nm of torque transmitted to the all-wheel drive transmission. Together with the motor, an 8-speed "automatic" machine works, which allows obtaining the following dynamic characteristics:
- acceleration from 0 to 100 - in 4.8 seconds;
- maximum speed - 250 km / h (electronically limited).
At the heart of the "lighter" is a modular MLB trolley, well known from other models of the VW Group. It assumes the presence of a monocoque body, a longitudinally mounted power plant and the use of a large amount of aluminum and high-strength steel.
Also, the crossover boasts the presence of independent front and rear air suspension, adaptive shock absorbers, as well as electronically controlled springs and stabilizers.
The steering is a rack and pinion type with electric booster and variable transmission characteristics. Safe deceleration is ensured by carbon-ceramic brakes with red-painted calipers.
Equipment level and price of the Audi SQ8 2020
Official sales of the "warmed up" Audi SQ8 in Europe will begin towards the end of 2019, but in the Russian market the car can be expected in the first or second quarter of 2020.
The estimated cost for the basic version will be about 108 thousand dollars. However, this amount is not final and may change both in the smaller and in the larger direction.
Despite the fact that the exact level of the car's equipment is still unknown, the equipment will definitely be present:
- light-alloy 21 ”rollers;
- rear spoiler with integrated brake light;
- stowage;
- set of tools;
- side and front airbags + curtain airbags;
- recuperation system;
- disc carbon ceramic brakes;
- LED DRLs;
- LED head and rear optics;
- combined interior trim (leather + alcantara);
- power windows for all doors;
- external mirrors with electric drive and heating;
- electrically adjustable front row seats;
- Cruise control;
- climate control for several zones;
- parking assistant;
- media system with 10.1 "display;
- immobilizer;
- air suspension;
- quattro all-wheel drive system;
- adaptive exhaust system and more.
It is expected that as an option, buyers will be able to complete the car:
- 22-inch "rollers";
- premium acoustics;
- matrix optics;
- extended list of security systems, etc.
Also, according to rumors, in the near future the manufacturer will also introduce a 3-liter forced engine, but it will be available exclusively for the North American market.
Conclusion
The Audi SQ8 is a premium premium crossover SUV capable of providing its owner with not only the highest level of comfort and safety, but also an unforgettable driving experience.
This is facilitated by precise steering, adaptive suspension, high-performance automatic transmission and, of course, the "explosive" power plant. Of course, now it is difficult to predict whether the car will become a bestseller or will be the choice of a select few, but one thing we know for sure - this is one of the most powerful, stylish and dynamic coupe-like crossovers on the market.
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