The 2025 Audi Q8 E-tron SUV and Sportback now have a “sportier” S-Line Competition appearance package that feels a bit like parts bin integration. It adds body components from the $90,000 SQ8 E-tron, making the vehicle wider and includes a body-color Singleframe and special 21-inch five-spoke black wheels. This version also features black-painted brake calipers and door projector lights with S branding.
Audi product communications manager Nathan Hoyt said that while the package is currently only available in Europe, the company is “evaluating” whether to bring it to the United States.
There has been speculation that the automaker may stop producing the vehicles due to a significant drop in demand. clean technology According to reports, Audi’s electric vehicle sales fell from 7,411 units in the fourth quarter of 2023 to 5,714 units in the first quarter of 2024. car and driver Audi is reportedly considering ending production of the Q8 E-tron early. However, Hoyt told me, “There are currently no plans to end production of the Q8 e-tron.”
The 2025 Q8 E-tron range, which starts at $74,800, was announced in early July and adds new standard options, including a Homelink button and Remote Park Assist, which lets you park in tight spots while standing outside. . There’s also a magnesium alloy kit that darkens the color and adds a matte gold color to the wheels.
The just-released S line appearance package for the Q8 E-tron also adds new carbon fiber parts embedded in the front air curtains, side mirrors and some parts of all four doors. Of course, the real SQ8 E-tron model also has carbon fiber components, but only as part of the Carbon Style package add-on.
Audi also equips the SQ8 E-tron’s adaptive air suspension sport system in the S line package, allowing the regular Q8 E-tron to change ride height and add dynamic damping control for better comfort.
While the future of the Q8 E-tron is in doubt, Audi is working hard to launch a new A6 E-tron range that will likely have better range and better looks. Audi’s range of electric vehicles has long had poor range compared with Tesla, Ford and Kia. While Audi’s E-tron GT, based on the Porsche Taycan, is a great effort, it’s too expensive for a mainstream luxury electric car.
