Video Summary
The following key points and findings were noted in this electric car review video:- It is the 2024 Audi Q8 e-tron, which is all-electric, all-wheel drive, and a crossover.
- It has two electric motors, one in the front and one in the back, each upgraded from twelve to fourteen windings to improve efficiency.
- Together, they produce a peak output of 402 horsepower and 490 lb-ft of torque.
- It is only at peak output when the shifter is in sport mode, and it lasts for a few seconds.
- Everyday output is 355 horsepower and 414 lb-ft of torque.
- The everyday output can still reach 0-60 mph in just 5.4 seconds.
- Power is stored in a 114 kWh lithium-ion battery integrated into the floor.
- It has an EPA-rated range of up to 285 miles per charge.
- Its charging port is CCS, peaking at 170 kW.
- On a DC fast charger, a 10-80% charge is claimed to take only 31 minutes.
- A slow at-home 40-amp level two charger takes 13 hours, but an 80-amp will do it in just 6.5 hours.
- The tester had the standard trim and the Maderia Brown paint with Prestige and Black Optic packages, rear airbags, and destination; it was priced at $88,990.
- There are also two other trims available for the Q8, the hotter SQ8 and the Q8 Sportback with the ultra-package.
- There are 28.5 cubic feet of cargo capacity in the back; fold down all the seats flat for up to 56.4 cubic feet.
- The vehicle has 8.1 inches of ground clearance, which is varied due to air suspension.
- It raises and lowers automatically, depending on speed and drive mode selected.
- The interior is great, and many electric vehicles lack a high-quality interior.
- A button must be pushed to start it, which is seen as a positive for having more control.
- It lacks lane centering.
- Is it a good value? It is one to consider against gas, all-wheel-drive wagons; the cost, insurance, and long-term cost, may be the final decider for many people.
- It is great to drive, though, and it is very high quality.
- Its off-road mode allows the most wheel spin for this class of vehicle.
- With the off-road mode and the hill descent control, there are no problems navigating some small logs and the area in the test drive.
