Used Audi Q8 for sale in Europe

About the Audi Q8

The Audi Q8 is a large, five-seat luxury SUV with a sloping coupé-style roofline. It sits above the Q7 in style, though the two share much of their underpinnings. It suits buyers who want a roomy, comfortable car for long motorway journeys and who are happy with a big, heavy vehicle.

Most Q8s have quattro four-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic gearbox. Engines are mainly 3.0-litre V6 petrol and diesel units, many with 48-volt mild-hybrid assistance. There is also a plug-in hybrid, and the SQ8 and RS Q8 offer V8 power. A separate electric model carries the Q8 e-tron name.

Generations

• Q8 (4M) (2018-2023) — The first Q8 launched in 2018 with V6 petrol and diesel engines, followed later by the SQ8, RS Q8 and a plug-in hybrid.
• Q8 facelift (2023-present) — The updated Q8 brought revised styling and technology, and the line-up continues with petrol, diesel and plug-in hybrid versions.
• Q8 e-tron (2023-present) — This is the renamed and updated version of the Audi e-tron electric SUV, built as a separate model from the combustion Q8.

Typical prices

Asking prices in our listings rise clearly with newer model years. Typical 2018 cars have a median asking price of €44,000. The median for 2021 is €52,000 and for 2023 it is €56,400. Prices then step up sharply, and 2026 cars have a median of €96,300. That jump covers the facelifted cars and the newer, higher-specification versions. Within one year the spread is wide, because engine, trim level and options differ a lot. Mileage and the version (V6, plug-in hybrid, SQ8 or RS Q8) also matter. These are asking prices in our listings on 2026-11-10, not a valuation.

Based on our listings as of 2026-11-10. These are asking prices, not a valuation.

What to check when buying a used Audi Q8

Ask for the full service history and check the car on a test drive that includes slow manoeuvring and motorway speed. Compare the equipment list with what the seller claims, because Q8 specifications vary widely.

• Air suspension behaviour

  Many Q8s use adaptive air suspension. Check that the car sits level after standing, that it raises and lowers without warnings, and that the ride is smooth. Leaks and faulty components are a known topic on air-sprung SUVs.

• Gearbox and drivetrain

  The automatic gearbox should shift smoothly when cold and warm. Look for jerks, delayed engagement or warnings. Ask whether gearbox and quattro-related servicing was done, and check it against the service book.

• 48-volt system check · Mild-hybrid V6 versions

  Many V6 versions have a 48-volt mild-hybrid system. Check the dashboard for warnings, and make sure engine start-stop behaves normally. Ask a workshop to read the fault memory if anything seems unusual.

• Plug-in hybrid charging · Plug-in hybrid versions

  On the plug-in hybrid, check the charging port, the cable and the charging behaviour. Ask the seller to show electric-only driving and confirm that the hybrid system reports no faults. Check the spec for the battery size.

• Electronics and screens

  Test the touchscreens, cameras, parking sensors, driver assistance and climate controls. A large number of electronic features means more to verify. Make sure all software updates and any open recall work have been done.

• Brakes, tyres and wheels

  The Q8 is heavy and often has large wheels. Check the brake discs and pads, the tyre wear pattern and the wheel condition. Uneven wear can point to alignment or suspension problems.

• Electric version differences · Q8 e-tron

  The Q8 e-tron is an electric car with different checks from the combustion Q8. Ask for a battery health report and inspect the charging port and cables, and treat it as a separate model when comparing listings.

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