Luxury, performance, and exclusivity: The Audi Q8 e-tron edition Dakar

 


The Audi Q8 e-tron edition Dakar is an off-road SUV inspired by the world's premier desert rally. It features an electric drive system and an energy converter, offering high torque and off-road capabilities. The base price in Germany starts at € 119,900, and the vehicle is based on a Q8 advanced 55 e-tron quattro. The quattro drivetrain delivers 300 kW in boost mode with a torque of 664 Nm, allowing the vehicle to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 5.8 seconds with standard tires. With General Grabber AT3 all-terrain tires, the car can reach 100 km/h in 5.9 seconds. The range according to the WLTP is up to 483 kilometers, with a top speed limited to 200 km/h (124 mph).


The electric SUV with General Grabber AT3 all-terrain tires has a higher ground clearance of 31 millimeters, designed for improved handling on loose surfaces like gravel and snow. The vehicle has a ramp angle of 19 degrees and a control strategy for the air suspension has been revised to meet typical off-road driving requirements. The Q8 e-tron edition Dakar is available in Siam Beige metallic, Mythos Black metallic, and Magnetic Gray. The Singleframe comes in body color, while the Bottom Line is finished in Mythos Black metallic for stability. Wider wheel arch trims at the front and rear give the Q8 e-tron edition Dakar a confident road presence.



The exclusive key cover reflects the edition Dakar's class, and optionally, a convenience key with anti-theft alarm opens doors and the luggage compartment via wireless communication. The wrapped models are limited to 99 units, with the special model's serial number visible in frosted lettering on the D-pillar.

The Audi Q8 e-tron edition Dakar is a luxury model with extensive standard equipment, including Matrix LED headlights and taillights for precise and high-resolution road illumination. The interior features S line interior with deeply contoured sports seats upholstered in Dinamica microfiber and artificial leather, a multifunction sport leather steering wheel, elegant black roof lining, stainless steel pedals, and a comfort center armrest. The Audi Sport stitching package in red is available as an option, adding contrasting accents to the cabin's sporty feel.

A head-up display projects important information onto the windshield, while the MMI operating system offers MMI background images created especially for the edition Dakar. The panoramic glass roof enhances the interior's brightness and can be opened and closed electronically for added convenience. The MMI display features theme worlds, including desert thunderstorms, tire tracks, and dune landscapes, and the Audi phone box enhances phone convenience by wirelessly connecting the driver's smartphone and charging it through inductive technology.

The Q8 e-tron edition Dakar is equipped with robust features that highlight its practicality, such as the storage and luggage compartment package, a standard roof rack, and a second charging socket compatible with the Combined Charging System Type 2 (CCS2) for charging the high-voltage battery. The car comes with eight tires, including General Grabber AT3 all-terrain tires for excellent off-road resilience, improved grip on various surfaces, and an M+S marking for year-round use. A set of summer tires on 20-inch wheels in an attractive 5-V spoke S design is also included.

The optional ambient light package plus with six predefined color profiles stages the interior to great effect, featuring extensive contour lights in up to 30 colors. The Audi Sport stitching package in red adds contrasting accents to the sporty feel of the interior.

The Audi A8 is an electric SUV with several special features, including an optional ambient light package plus with six predefined color profiles, four-zone automatic air conditioning, an optional second high-voltage heater, and a Bang & Olufsen Premium Sound System with 3D sound. The package enhances the interior's lighting, visibility, and sound quality, with contour lights in up to 30 colors. The optional Bang & Olufsen Premium Sound System with 3D sound delivers an even higher-end sound experience, with 16 speakers and 705 watts of power. The optional virtual side mirrors with cameras reduce the vehicle's overall width by 15 centimeters, improving the drag coefficient and providing clearer visibility in dusty or wet conditions.

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