The Audi SQ8 is the first 3 motor EV here and makes 503PS of power and 973Nm of torque
The two new high-performance models in the Q8 e-tron range of Audi’s electric SUV and crossover models are priced from RM519,990 for the SQ8 e-tron, and from RM529,990 for the SQ8 Sportback e-tron. Is this the high performance, stylish premium SUV you’ve been waiting for?
The overall design of the Audi SQ8 in SUV and Sportback emphasises the higher performance thanks to the “S” trip. The signature Singleframe grille (with projector lighting) is flanked by Digital Matrix LED headlamps. These advanced lighting units have around 1.3 million micromirrors that can be individually angled up to 5,000 times a second as well.
Moreover, the Audi SQ8 e-tron has three asynchronous motors, two of which are on the rear axle and powering each wheel separately. This is the first mass-produced Audi model with three motors. The front axle is driven by an electric motor with a peak output of 124 kW (about 166hp). On the rear axle, there are two electric motors both with 98 kW (around 131hp) of peak output that separately power a rear wheel.
In boost mode, the front motor of the Audi SQ8 e-tron models produces up to 157kW, and the two rear motors up to 138kW each. This would add up to 433kW but the total system output is limited to 370kW by the 114kWh battery pack.
Besides having amazing acceleration, as all EVs do, being capable of a century sprint in just 4.5 seconds and a top speed of 210 km/h, the 3-motor drivetrain also enhances handling on winding roads. Because the two rear motors are not connected and power each wheel independently, precise and varied torque levels can be sent to each wheel.
On top of that, the sophisticated electrical system in the Audi SQ8 e-tron can handle up to 170kW of DC charging which can be charged as quickly as 31 minutes from 10 percent to 80 percent. WLTP range is up to 471km for the SQ8 e-tron Sportback and 458km for the SQ8 e-tron.
Both Audi SQ8 e-tron variants can be purchased with the optional Audi Assurance Package (AAP) which extends the vehicle warranty period to 5 years, with free scheduled maintenance for the first 3 years and complimentary roadside assistance for the first 5 years. The battery system is covered by a separate warranty of 8 years or 160,000 km. Terms and conditions apply.
