Engine Displacement: 3,996 cc
The heart of the Audi SQ8 is a formidable 4.0-litre Twin-Turbocharged V8 petrol engine. This power unit is engineered to deliver a balance of high-end performance and refined cruising capability. It features Cylinder on Demand (CoD) technology, which deactivates four cylinders during low-load conditions to optimize fuel efficiency without compromising the visceral V8 soundtrack.
Max Power: 500 bhp @ 5,500 rpm
Generating a massive 500 horsepower, the SQ8 stands as one of the most powerful luxury SUVs in the Indian market. This output allows the heavy-set SUV to maintain relentless acceleration across the rev range, ensuring effortless overtaking maneuvers on highways.
Max Torque: 770 Nm @ 2,000–4,000 rpm
With 770 Nm of torque available from as low as 2,000 rpm, the SQ8 provides immediate throttle response. This massive low-end grunt is essential for moving the vehicle's substantial kerb weight with sports-car-like agility.
0-100 km/h: 4.1 Seconds
Despite its dimensions, the SQ8 clocks a 0-100 km/h sprint in just 4.1 seconds. This is achieved through the synergy of the quick-shifting Tiptronic gearbox and the permanent Quattro all-wheel-drive system.
