Used Audi SQ8 for sale in Europe

About the Audi SQ8

The Audi SQ8 is the performance version of the Q8, a large coupe-style SUV. It has five seats, a sloping roofline and a large tailgate. It suits buyers who want a fast, comfortable car for long motorway trips and family use.

Power comes from a 4.0-litre V8. Europe has seen both a twin-turbo diesel and a twin-turbo petrol version. Both use an eight-speed automatic gearbox and quattro all-wheel drive. Air suspension and sports tuning are common, so condition and options vary from car to car.

Some listings under this name are the electric SQ8 e-tron. That is a different car with its own technology, so check the exact variant in each advert before comparing prices.

Generations

• Q8 / SQ8 (4M) (2019-2023) — The first SQ8 arrived with a 4.0-litre V8 diesel and a mild-hybrid electrical system, and a V8 petrol version followed.
• Q8 / SQ8 facelift (2023-present) — The facelift brought updated styling and lighting, and the SQ8 range moved towards the 4.0-litre V8 petrol engine.

Typical prices

Asking prices for the SQ8 in our listings rise fairly steadily with newer model years. The overall median is €69,800. A 2020 car has a median of €56,700, while a 2023 car sits at €70,100. The newest 2026 cars reach a median of €117,300. Within one model year the spread can be wide. Engine, options, mileage, country and seller type all move the price. Compare cars with similar specification and mileage rather than relying on the headline median. 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 SQ8

Ask for the full service history and look at the car in daylight. Try every electrical and comfort function, and take a test drive that includes a motorway section and some slow manoeuvring.

• Air suspension behaviour

  Check that the car sits level after standing and that every height setting works. Listen for the compressor running often. Look for warning messages and uneven ride height, since air suspension components can wear on heavy cars.

• Brakes, tyres and wheels

  The SQ8 is heavy and fast, so discs, pads and tyres wear. Check the discs for lips and the tyres for uneven wear. Large wheels are easy to kerb, so inspect the rims for damage and ask what tyres are fitted.

• Mild-hybrid and compressor system · Diesel V8

  The diesel uses a 48-volt mild-hybrid system and an electrically driven compressor. Ask whether any warnings have been stored or repaired. A diagnostic scan at a specialist can show stored fault codes before you commit.

• Gearbox and drivetrain

  On the test drive, the automatic gearbox should shift smoothly in town and under hard acceleration. Note any hesitation, jerks or noises from the drivetrain. Ask whether the gearbox and differential fluids have been serviced.

• Software and electronics

  The car has a lot of screens, driver aids and sensors. Test the infotainment, cameras, parking sensors, adaptive cruise control and head-up display if fitted. Ask whether software updates and recalls have been carried out by a dealer.

• Bodywork and panoramic roof

  Look for kerb damage on the lower panels, stone chips on the front and signs of poor repair. If there is a panoramic roof, check that it opens and closes smoothly, and look for water marks on the headlining.

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