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Audi has launched its flagship SUV Q8 in the Indian market. It is priced at Rs 1.33 Cr. With this, it now stands as a rival to the Mercedes-Benz GLS and the BMW X7.
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Up-front, the Q8 comes with HS Matrix LED headlamps with daytime running lights. The Q8 comes with dynamic turn indicators. Dominating the fascia is the octagonal grille with chrome highlights. the bumper houses large air-dams on either side which give this SUV a sporty look.
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Audi says that the design inspiration for the Q8 was the original Quattro. This becomes apparent when the Q8 is viewed from the rear three-quarters. At the back, this SUV comes with a connected tail-lamp set-up with mimic the design of the headlamps. The slightly raked boot-lid, with a sloping roofline, gives the Q8 a sharp look. Audi will be offering the Q8 with a wide array of customization options. There are a total of 54 exterior colour options on offer. Not only this, but a several styling packages will also be offered with the Q8.
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In terms of dimensions, the Audi Q8 measures 4,990 mm in length, 2,000 mm in width and 1,710 mm in height. It has a wheelbase of 2,987 mm. With these dimensions, the Q8 is wider, shorter and lower in comparison to the Q7 SUV.
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As standard, the Audi Q8 comes with 20-inch alloy wheels with a five-spoke design. However, these can be upgraded to 21-inch rims which are offered in four different styles. Not only this, but one can even opt for four-wheel steering as an optional extra.
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Just as the exteriors, Audi is also offering a plethora of customization options. From leather packages to wood-inlays, the list includes it all. Not only this, but customers of the Q8 will be able to choose from as much as 11 interior trim options with 9 wooden inlays on offer as well.
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The Audi Q8 comes with a 12.3-inch virtual cockpit instrument cluster. It has two views which can be switched with the help of the controls on the steering wheel. The Audi also comes with a head-up display.
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On the centre console, the Audi Q8 offers a twin-screen set-up. There is a 10.1-inch screen which is for infotainment and navigation purposes. Down below, there is an 8.6-inch screen for operating the climate control and Q8's other convenience features. Both of these screens offer haptic feedback support.
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The Audi Q8 is equipped with a host of features and creature comforts. The list includes an electronically operated panoramic sunroof, electrically adjustable front seats with memory function, two-zone automatic climate control, Bang and Olufsen sound system with 23 speakers, adaptive suspension, heated ORVMs to name a few.
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The Audi Q8 gets 3.0-litre, TFSI petrol engine. This unit is capable of churning out 340 hp of power along with 500 Nm of peak torque. This engine is paired to an 8-speed Triptronic automatic transmission. The Audi Q8 can go from 0-100 kmph in just 5.9 seconds and can achieve a top speed of 250 kmph. This engine is BS6 compliant and is paired to a 48 V mild-hybrid system. There will be no diesel engine on offer with the Q8. This SUV comes as standard with Audi's Quattro all-wheel-drive system.
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