2020 Audi Q8 Premium 55 TFSI quattro
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- Photo: 2019 Audi Q8 quattro 3.0T Premium Plus S line in Silver, front left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: AUDI Q8 China (11) by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: AUDI Q8 China (12) by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2019 Audi Q8 quattro 3.0T Premium Plus S line in Silver, rear left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2019 Audi Q8 TDi Quattro 50 Interior by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2020 Audi Q8 Premium 55 TFSI quattro is a 335-hp 3.0-liter turbocharged V6 with an 8-speed tiptronic automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $68,200 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.
It makes 335 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 21 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
The Q8 measures 196.6 inches long on a 117.9-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $68,200 |
| MSRP with Destination | $69,195 |
| Destination Charge | $995 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Turbocharged V6 TFSI w/ 48V mild-hybrid (MHEV) |
| Displacement | 3 L |
| Horsepower | 335 hp |
| Torque | 369 lb-ft |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | All-Wheel Drive (quattro, standard) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 8-Speed Tiptronic Automatic |
| 1st Gear | 5 |
| 2nd Gear | 3.2 |
| 3rd Gear | 2.14 |
| 4th Gear | 1.72 |
| 5th Gear | 1.31 |
| 6th Gear | 1 |
| 7th Gear | 0.82 |
| 8th Gear | 0.64 |
| Reverse | 3.48 |
| Final Drive | 3.5 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 17 MPG |
| Highway | 21 MPG |
| Combined | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium Unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 22.5 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link |
| Turning Diameter | 43.6 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 14.8in ventilated disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | 13.8in disc |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 196.6 in |
| Width | 86.2 in |
| Height | 67.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 117.9 in |
| Front Track | 66.1 in |
| Rear Track | 66.6 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 30.5 ft³ |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37.1 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.1 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.6 in |
| Legroom Rear | 40.2 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 59.5 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 58.5 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (15.8 % risk) |
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2020 Audi Q8. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Dec 19, 2025 · BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.
NHTSA campaign 25V900000
Jul 20, 2022 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi Q8, and 2020-2021 Audi Q7 vehicles. A component inside the fuel pump may break, causing the fuel pump to fail.
Consequence: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 22, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 20DR.
NHTSA campaign 22V516000
May 13, 2020 · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2020 Audi Q8 vehicles. An insufficient weld on a transmission oil pipe may cause the vehicle to leak automatic transmission fluid (ATF).
Consequence: If transmission fluid leaks while driving, the road surface may become slippery, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmission oil pipe and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 12, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 38C7.
NHTSA campaign 20V272000
28 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2020 Audi Q8
Owner Complaints
28 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2020 Audi Q8 (2 mention a crash). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine | 8 |
| Electrical System | 6 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 5 |
| Fuel System | 3 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 |
| Gasoline | 3 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2020 AUDI Q8. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.