Audi is revamping its electric game with enhanced battery technology and efficiency upgrades in their latest Q7 and Q8 models. The facelift includes aesthetic refinements and, more importantly, the promise of increased battery capacity, ensuring an all-electric range that adds more miles of eco-friendly driving pleasure.
Power Meets Sustainability: The Audi Q7 and Q8 TFSI e quattro
A Trio of Power: Engine, Motor, and Battery
At the core of the new Audi Q7 and Q8 lies a harmonious blend of a 3.0 V6 petrol engine and a potent electric motor, complemented by a newly designed battery. This synergy delivers a significant boost in efficiency and driving enjoyment. With an energy capacity of 25.9 kWh and the ability to travel up to 84 kilometers on electric power alone, the plug-in hybrids are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in electric mobility.
Dynamic Driving, Defined
Audi introduces new options such as all-wheel steering and electromechanical active roll stabilization, which contribute to an agile and dynamic driving experience. Whether you opt for the Q7 55 TFSI e starting at €86,200 or the more powerful Q8 55 TFSI e at €100,500, expect a ride that’s both responsive and exhilarating.
Charging Ahead with Advanced Technology
Intelligent Operating Strategy
The upgraded models come with a refined strategy for managing the electric and petrol engines. Whether you’re in the mood for a fully electric ride or a hybrid adventure, the vehicle intelligently adapts to your driving preferences and conserves energy for urban trips ahead.
Recuperation and Regeneration
Audi’s plug-in hybrids are masters of energy recovery. With a focus on maximizing efficiency, the vehicles capture kinetic energy during deceleration and convert it into electric power, ensuring the battery is charged and ready for your next silent, zero-emission journey through the city.
A Customizable Driving Experience
Lighting the Way Forward
The new Q7 and Q8 models shine brightly with standard high-intensity LED headlights, with the option to upgrade to Matrix LED or HD Matrix LED with Audi laser light. The customizable digital daytime running light signatures ensure your Audi stands out, while the optional digitalized OLED rear lights add a touch of high-tech elegance.
Tailored to Your Style
With an expanded equipment range, including new decorative inlays and an array of wheel designs, Audi lets you personalize your vehicle to match your preferences. Enhanced standard features now encompass larger alloy wheels, a rear-view camera, and park assist, rounding out a package that is as practical as it is luxurious.
Audi’s commitment to electrification is clear with the arrival of the efficient and dynamic Q7 and Q8 TFSI e quattro models. Packed with innovative features and designed for the eco-conscious driver who refuses to compromise on performance, these SUVs are poised to redefine the electric driving experience. Get ready to charge into the future with Audi’s latest plug-in hybrids.
Inherent Balance and Control
From the outset, the standard equipment on these SUVs guarantees a consistent driving feel. The balanced steel spring suspension with damper control lays the foundation for a solid ride. For those seeking an elevated experience, Audi offers the option of electronically controlled air suspension, providing a continuously adaptive damping system—either as the adaptive air suspension or its sport variant. This air suspension, a staple of the standard equipment, further refines the comfort and handling of these plug-in hybrids.
All-Wheel Steering: A New Benchmark in Safety and Comfort
The debut of optional all-wheel steering on the plug-in hybrid models marks a leap in both safety and comfort. At lower speeds, the rear wheels turn in the opposite direction to the front wheels, significantly shrinking the turning radius for enhanced agility. Conversely, at higher speeds, the rear wheels align with the front, instilling a sense of stability and ease for the driver.
Electrifying Range Meets Immediate Availability
Up to 84 km on Electric Power AloneThe newly designed Audi Q7 and Q8 TFSI e quattro models, with their smart hybrid technology and fresh aesthetic, featuring new lighting technology and generous standard equipment, are now ready for order. Prices open at €86,200 for the Q7 55 TFSI e quattro and €97,100 for the higher-tier 60 TFSI e quattro. The new Q8 55 TFSI e quattro starts at €100,500, with the Q8 60 TFSI e quattro commencing at €106,800.
Audi Ireland’s Commitment to Electrified Mobility
A Bold Step Forward
Damien O’Sullivan, Audi Ireland’s Brand Director, shares his enthusiasm for the latest additions to the Audi fleet: “The incorporation of the Audi Q7 and Q8 TFSI e quattro models into our lineup signifies another stride in Audi’s evolution towards electric mobility. Audi enthusiasts now have access to an all-electric range of up to 84 kilometers complemented by the dynamic quattro handling they know and love. The vehicles’ refreshed exterior designs command a bold presence on the road, with the new front and rear aprons accentuating their distinctive character.”
Audi’s Market Leadership
Audi closed the previous year with a solid 1.9 million vehicles sold globally, approximately 178,000 of which were fully electric. In Ireland, Audi delivered 5,258 new vehicles in 2023, securing a 4.3% market share. In the premium automotive sector, Audi continues to lead with a commanding 24.56% share of the market.
The new Audi Q7 and Q8 TFSI e quattro models not only push the boundaries of electric mobility but also assure a driving experience that is quintessentially Audi—reliable, dynamic, and thrilling, regardless of the journey ahead.
