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A complete list of the package contents of the new competition packages can be found in the table: RS Competition Technology Maximum speed increased to 290 km/h (180 mph) RS sport exhaust system plus Exterior Black Plus optical package Optional RS exterior components in glossy carbon or matte carbon RS 4: matrix LED headlights with dynamic lighting and dynamic flashing light RS 5: matrix LED headlights with Audi laser light, dynamic lighting effects, and dynamic blinker Wheels, 5-Y spokes, black, 9J × 20, 275/30 R20 tires Optional sports tires P-Zero Corsa by Pirelli, 275/30 R20 Interior Microfiber Dinamica/leather combination with honeycomb stitching and RS embroidery Black Alcantara controls with crescendo red contrast stitching Black seat belts with red brim Entrance LED with projection RS competition RS competition plus (incl. package contents of the competition package) Technology quattro sport differential RS sport suspension pro, height, tension, and pressure level adjustable Dynamic steering The equipment, data and prices specified in this document refer to the model range offered in Germany. Subject to change without notice; errors and omissions excepted.

Many other innovations such as the Audi laser light complement the pioneering technical achievements. Drivers and manufacturers titles with the hybrid sports car in the 2012 and 2013 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) complete the Audi sports car era, which ended in 2016. Following the LMP program with the R18 hybrid sports car, Audi was the first German car manufacturer to compete in the all-electric Formula E racing series in the 2017/2018 season. With four victories and a total of eleven podium finishes, Audi Sport ABT Schaeffler clinched the team championship after twelve races. Things continued to go electric after that: the brand with the four rings competed in the famous Dakar Rally from 2022 with an innovative prototype. Audi made history in January 2024: the Audi RS Q e-tron was the first low-emission prototype with an electric drive, high-voltage battery and energy converter to win the world’s toughest desert rally. Audi Sport customer racing for the brand’s customers Since 2009, Audi has used its most competitive products to hunt for trophies worldwide in customer racing with production-based technology. In its second generation, the Audi R8 LMS was available in variants for the GT2, GT3 and GT4 categories. The Audi RS 3 LMS TCR touring car also existed in two generations for racing and competed on five continents. Since the start of the program, customers have won several hundred racing titles worldwide. Outstanding individual successes include two class victories for the GT3 sports car at the Daytona 24 Hours, three overall victories at the Bathurst 12 Hour, four triumphs in the road race in Macau and in the Spa 24 Hours and seven times at the Nürburgring 24 Hours. Pioneering performance with TDI technology Audi demonstrated a pioneering achievement with TDI technology: the newly designed Audi R10 TDI was the first racing sports car with a diesel engine to triumph in the legendary Le Mans 24 Hours in 2006.

Many other innovations such as the Audi laser light complement the pioneering technical achievements. Drivers and manufacturers titles with the hybrid sports car in the 2012 and 2013 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) complete the Audi sports car era, which ended in 2016. Following the LMP program with the R18 hybrid sports car, Audi was the first German car manufacturer to compete in the all-electric Formula E racing series in the 2017/2018 season. With four victories and a total of eleven podium finishes, Audi Sport ABT Schaeffler clinched the team championship after twelve races. Things continued to go electric after that: the brand with the four rings competed in the famous Dakar Rally from 2022 with an innovative prototype. Audi made history in January 2024: the Audi RS Q e-tron was the first low-emission prototype with an electric drive, high-voltage battery and energy converter to win the world’s toughest desert rally. Photo: 24h Le Mans 2012, Audi R18 e-tron quattro #1 (Audi Sport Team Joest), Marcel Fässler, André Lotterer, Benoît Tréluyer MediaInfos: 2024: Historic victory for Audi at the Dakar Rally 2021: “It’s been electrifying!” – 14 victories for Audi Sport ABT Schaeffler in Formula E 2016: Emotional farewell for Audi from the FIA WEC Audi Sport customer racing for the brand’s customers Since 2009, Audi has used its most competitive products to hunt for trophies worldwide in customer racing with production-based technology. In its second generation, the Audi R8 LMS was available in variants for the GT2, GT3 and GT4 categories. The Audi RS 3 LMS TCR touring car also existed in two generations for racing and competed on five continents. Since the start of the program, customers have won several hundred racing titles worldwide.

This is where Audi’s pioneering lighting technology is created, with innovations such as Matrix LED headlights and laser light. Wind-resistance at the wind tunnel center with the aeroacoustics, thermal, and climate wind tunnels: Experts work on optimal aerodynamics at speeds of up to 300 kilometers per hour. In the newly emerging high-frequency center, Audi will, in future, carry out all relevant tests relating to wireless technology and electromagnetic compatibility at the complete-vehicle level, centrally and at an optimized location. The groundbreaking ceremony took place in October 2024. Mobility of the future To successfully manage the transformation to electric mobility and digitalization, Audi needs new key skills, which it is promoting in particular among its workforce. A primary focus is promoting the next generation of skilled workers. As a future-oriented company, AUDI AG continuously adapts its vocational training and dual study programs to reflect the transformation and prepare for strategic future jobs. More than 1,260 vocational trainees and over 240 dual students work at Audi in Ingolstadt on the future of mobility. In the fall of 2024, 409 young people began their vocational training, and 115 students started a dual bachelor’s or master’s degree program at the Ingolstadt site. Audi is focusing on targeted qualification and advanced training programs for its employees to promote lifelong learning as part of its training-to-retirement approach to the transformation. Over the past three years, the company has invested around 400 million euros in the training and development of its employees.

HD Matrix LED headlights with Audi laser light as an additional high beam are optionally available. A darkened bezel distinguishes the top model visually from the base model. The Audi laser light acts as an extra high beam with a significantly greater range. Any of the five digital daytime running light signatures add a striking look. Customers can select the signatures via the MMI, one of which is a checkered flag design exclusively available to the RS Q8³. For the first time, the RS Q8³ uses largely digitalized OLED rear lights featuring five digital light signatures. In conjunction with the assistance systems, they have a proximity indication feature for greater road safety. Sporty from the wheels to the seams: Equipment options An extensive range of new paint finishes is available for the exterior, including three metallic options: Sakhir Gold, Ascari Blue, and Chili Red. In addition to the standard range, Audi exclusive fulfills customer requests for individual finishes. The RS Q8³ and RS Q8 performance² are distinguished primarily by the different standard colors and materials of many exterior components.

Innovative HD Matrix LED headlights with Audi laser light as an additional high beam for a significantly increased beam range are available as a further option. New for the top-of-the-range headlights are digital daytime running light signatures. They give the partially electric Q7 and Q8 a characteristic and unmistakable appearance, allowing the user to select one of four individual light signatures via the MMI. For the first time, the vehicles also come optionally with largely digitalized OLED rear lights, which also have digital light signatures. Moreover, the digital OLED rear lights feature proximity indication in conjunction with the assistance systems. Like the product upgrade for the base versions, the electrified Q7 and Q8 have a significantly upgraded equipment range. In addition to contrasting colors for the seat stitching, customers can choose from nine decorative inlays and three new finishes. The wheel range includes five new designs for sizes ranging from 21” to 23” (depending on the model). Audi has also expanded the range of apps and driver assistance systems as part of the model upgrade. The standard equipment is also being expanded and now includes, among other features, 19” to 21” alloy wheels (depending on the model and equipment package), a rearview camera, park and high beam assist, and the convenience key.

Innovative HD Matrix LED headlights with Audi laser light as an additional high beam for a significantly increased beam range are available as a further option. New for the top-of-the-range headlights are digital daytime running light signatures. They give the partially electric Q7 and Q8 a characteristic and unmistakable appearance, allowing the user to select one of four individual light signatures via the MMI. For the first time, the vehicles also come optionally with largely digitalized OLED rear lights, which also have digital light signatures. Moreover, the digital OLED rear lights feature proximity indication in conjunction with the assistance systems. Like the product upgrade for the base versions, the electrified Q7 and Q8 have a significantly upgraded equipment range. In addition to contrasting colors for the seat stitching, customers can choose from nine decorative inlays and three new finishes. The wheel range includes five new designs for sizes ranging from 21” to 23” (depending on the model). Audi has also expanded the range of apps and driver assistance systems as part of the model upgrade. The standard equipment is also being expanded and now includes, among other features, 19” to 21” alloy wheels (depending on the model and equipment package), a rearview camera, park and high beam assist, and the convenience key.

Mild hybrid technology, the digital operating concept and the optional HD Matrix LED headlights including laser light are just some of its highlights. Pictures Videos