Audi Q8 Spied Testing on the Nurburgring Again
Audi is once again putting the Q8 through its paces at the Nurburgring.
This time around, spy photographers also managed to grab photos of an SQ7-based Q8 mule’s interior, revealing some of the new controls and displays heading to the Q8. It appears Audi will streamline the cabin by using fewer buttons and more touchscreens. In addition, they noticed one of the prototypes with its doors open, revealing that the Q8 has frameless windows to give it a more coupe-like appearance.
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Not only will the upcoming Q8 share its platform with the Q7, but likely its powerplants as well. There is a rumor that a high-performance RS Q8 is in the works, that will use a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine with over 600 horsepower, likely the same engine set to be used on the Lamborghini Urus.
Look for the Audi Q8 to go on sale next year.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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