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The high-performance Audi SQ8 SUV is scheduled to launch in India tomorrow, March 17, 2026, featuring a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine producing 507 bhp.
Audi India is set to launch its high-performance SQ8 SUV in the Indian market tomorrow, March 17, 2026. This new addition will further bolster Audi's Q8 lineup, positioning itself between the standard Q8 and the top-tier RS Q8, catering to luxury performance enthusiasts.
The Audi SQ8 is powered by a robust 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine, which is capable of producing an impressive 507 bhp and 770 Nm of torque. This immense power is channeled to all four wheels through an 8-speed automatic gearbox, enabling the SQ8 to accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in a claimed 4.1 seconds.
The launch of the SQ8 is expected to intensify competition in India's luxury performance SUV segment, where it will contend with established rivals such as the Mercedes-Benz GLE 53 AMG Coupe and the Porsche Cayenne GTS. Bookings for the Audi SQ8 are currently underway, building anticipation for its official price announcement.
