Here’s When Audi India Will Announce Prices of Its Q8 e-tron Luxury Electric SUV

• Audi Q8 e-tron confirmed for India launch on August 18. 
• Should come in two variants: 50 and 55. 
• Will be offered in two body styles: SUV and Sportback (SUV Coupe). 
• Design revisions include a new grille, bumpers and alloys. 
• Both the variants get larger battery packs, improving claimed range. 

Audi India has confirmed that the Q8 e-tron luxury electric SUV is slated for a launch on August 18. It’s nothing but the facelifted e-tron with the Q8 prefix, design changes and most importantly, better range thanks to a larger battery pack. So without further ado, let’s get cracking into the finer details of Audi’s flagship electric SUV. 

Design Changes 

Changes in the Audi Q8 e-tron are instantly noticeable, thanks to the new grille with massive airdams flanking it on either end. It now features Audi’s new two-dimensional logo and above it is an LED light strip connecting both the LED Matrix headlamps that throw up an epic light show while starting up.

 

 

 

 

 

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Save for the new alloys, the side profile is unchanged and even the rear-end is largely similar to the outgoing car. Like before, the Q8 e-tron will come in two body styles: SUV and Sportback (SUV-coupe). 

Familiar Interior 

The insides of the Q8 e-tron seem very familiar as the design and layout is identical to the outgoing model. It looks modern, courtesy of three screens: a digital driver’s display, touchscreen infotainment system and separate panel for climate control. It looks modern and posh, no doubt; however, lack of physical controls means you need to get used to operating these screens on the move. 

To know all the features the Q8 e-tron comes packing with, check out our in-depth unveiling story. 

Multiple Powertrain Options 

 

 

 

 

 

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The Q8 e-tron will come with two powertrain options: 50 and 55. And the biggest changes are here as both these variants will get larger battery packs, and as a result, better claimed range. Check out the specifications of these two variants here:

Internationally, there is a more powerful S trim with a tri-motor setup putting out 503PS, but that is not likely to make it here anytime soon. 

Expected Price And Rivals 

We suspect the Audi Q8 e-tron will command a premium over the outgoing model that was priced from Rs 1.02 crore (ex-showroom). It will renew its rivalry with the BMW iX and Mercedes-Benz EQC.