New Delhi, June 25: Audi has revealed its most powerful SUV model 'Audi RS Q8 Performance', with technological upgrades, new features and powerful V8 engine. The new Audi RS Q8 Performance is an SUV model with a flagship design and a powerful twin-turbo V8 engine that delivers high performance along with a comfortable ride. The latest RS Q8 Performance is said to be a performance-oriented version of the Audi Q8. The reports said the latest Audi RS Q8 had been introduced after nine months when the company debuted its standard Q8 facelift model in September 2023.

According to the report by CNBCTV18, the new Audi RS Q8 Performance includes standard interior features such as adaptive air suspension and all-wheel steering while offering customers extras such as RS ceramic braking and electromechanical active roll stabilisation. The Performance variant comes with impressive power output from the twin-turbo V8 engine. 2024 Nissan X Trail SUV Officially Teased; India Launch Imminent. 

Audi RS Q8 Performance Engine, Transmission and Other Details

According to CarandBike's report, Audi unveiled two models 2025 RS Q8 and RS Q8 Performance. The new Audi RS Q8 Performance generates 640hp power using its twin-turbo V8 engine and takes from 0 to 100 within just 3.6 seconds. Besides, the flagship SUV offers top speed of 306kmph. The report mentioned that the Audi RS Q8 Performance features a "freer-flowing exhaust system" that could create powerful and sportier sound. It also reportedly comes with self-locking central differential that aims to provide better performance and handling. 

The report also mentioned that the new Audi RS Q8 offers a matrix LED headlight and customisable OLED rear lights. Moreover, the new Audi SUV features a digital instrument cluster and a gear change indicator as technological updates. The interior of the car includes dual infotainment screens and has Alcantara upholstery for comfort and differentiating itself from standard variant. EV Sales in India Likely To Reach 1.3 to 1.5 Lakh in FY25, Country Sees Increased Electric Car Adoption Rate: Report.

With all of these flagship features, technological updates, and powertrain, the report said that the launch of the Audi RS Q8 Performance variant for the Indian market was not confirmed. The standard versions, including the Audi Q8 and Audi RS Q8, are already available in India. The Q8 is available at Rs 1.07 crore to 1.43 crore, and the RS Q8 at Rs 2.22 crore.

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