DecodedCars2024 Audi Q8
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2024 models.
- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV, Sportback E-Tron 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 3.0L 6-cyl turbo
- Horsepower
- 335–402 hp
- Transmission
- automatic
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 19 combined · 17 city / 23 hwy
- Length
- 193.7–196.5 in
- Curb weight
- 4,729–5,534 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 5 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
- 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 39 similar 2024 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2024 Audi Q8 is a standard SUV offered with a 3.0L 6-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 197 inches long and 79 inches wide on a 118-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,729 lb (4dr SUV).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 19 MPG combined (17 city / 23 highway), 1% worse than the 2024 standard SUV average of 19.2 MPG, for an estimated $4,350 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.
It has 5 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 23 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
What changed for 2024
- Now crash-tested by NHTSA: 5 stars overall
Compared with 2023; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2023 Q8 →
Trims, performance & features
Powertrain402 hpElectric motor
Engine335 hp3.0L turbo 6-cyl
Transmissionautomatic
DriveAWD/4WD
Trims
quattro Premium PlusPrestige / Prestige w/Launch Edition Pkgquattro Preminum Plusquattro PremiumS Line quattro Prestige
Safety & driver-assist features
Automatic emergency brakingStandard
Pedestrian emergency brakingStandard
Forward collision warningStandard
Blind-spot monitoringStandard
Blind-spot interventionStandard
Rear cross-traffic alertStandard
Rear automatic brakingStandard
Lane departure warningStandard
Lane keeping assistStandard
Lane centeringStandard
Adaptive cruise controlStandard
Parking assistStandard
Backup cameraStandard
Automatic high beamsStandard
Keyless startStandard
LED headlightsYes
Built in: Brussels, Belgium · Bratislava, Slovakia
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2024 Q8 configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV | 196.5 in | 78.7 in | 67.3 in | 118.1 in | 66.1 / 66.5 in | 4,729 lb | 55/45 |
| Sportback E-Tron 4dr SUV | 193.7 in | 76.4 in | 63.8 in | 115.4 in | 65.4 / 66.1 in | 5,534 lb | 50/50 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q8 quattro Hybrid | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 23 / 19 | -1% | $4,350 | 459 |
4/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
4/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $9,750Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
19.2 MPG2024 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD average
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2024 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Audi Q8 SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 15.9% |
StandardElectronic stability control
StandardForward collision warning
StandardLane departure warning
Similar 2024 standard SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Audi Q8 (this car) | 19 MPG | ★★★★★ | 5 |
| 2024 Tesla Model Y | 320 mi | Not rated | 5 |
| 2024 Porsche Cayenne | 19 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2024 BMW X5 | 25 MPG | ★★★★★ | 8 |
| 2024 Land Rover Defender | 20 MPG | Not rated | 7 |
| 2024 Lexus RX | 36 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2024 Volvo XC90 | 27 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
Recalls (5)
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Pedals And Linkages · Apr 15, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V240000 · 18,853 vehicles
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Audi E-Tron Quattro, 2020-2023 Audi E-Tron Sportback, 2024 Q8 E-Tron, Q8 Sportback E-Tron, SQ8 E-Tron, and SQ8 Sportback E-Tron vehicles. The fastener that connects the brake pedal and the brake booster may have been improperly assembled during manufacturing, which can cause the brake pedal to detach from the brake booster.
- Risk
- Brake pedal detachment can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and tighten the pushrod screw joint as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 28, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 46P7. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V621. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 17, 2026.
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera · Dec 19, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V900000 · 356,894 vehicles
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Risk
- A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.
Service Brakes, Air › Supply › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings · Jun 10, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V428000 · 65 vehicles
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2024 Audi Q8 Sportback E-Tron Quattro and Q8 E-Tron Quattro vehicles. The brake line connection may have been over-tightened and fail, resulting in a brake fluid leak and reduced braking ability.
- Risk
- Reduced braking ability can cause longer brake pedal travel or extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the brake pressure line as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 9, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47DE.
Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification › Front Passenger · Apr 3, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V251000 · 91 vehicles
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Audi S5 Cabriolet, A4 Allroad, Q5 Sportback, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, SQ7, TT Coupe, TT Roadster, RS5 Sportback, 2024 A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q8, RSQ8, 2023-2024 Q3, Q5, and Q7 vehicles. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the occupant detection system (ODS) control module may loosen and deactivate the front passenger air bag.
- Risk
- A deactivated front passenger air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant detection system control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 8, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69GU.
Air Bags › Side/Window · Dec 20, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V868000 · 1,001 vehicles
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2023-2024 SQ8, RSQ8, Q8, Q7, and 2024 SQ7 vehicles. The driver's seat side air bag may have been improperly mounted to the seatback frame. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 214, "Side Impact Protection."
- Risk
- An improperly mounted air bag may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and reinstall the air bag as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69GA.
Not every 2024 Audi Q8 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
23Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
1Involved a crash
1Involved a fire
1Injuries reported
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2024 Audi Q8 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 5 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Electrical System — 12 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Service Brakes — 8 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
- Vehicle Speed Control — 3 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
- Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2024 Audi Q8. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
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