2022 Audi Q8 Prestige 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 2022 Audi Q8 Prestige 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 $79,400 MSRP and is rated at 20 mpg combined.
It makes 335 horsepower at 5,700 rpm and 369 lb-ft of torque at 2800 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 23 mpg highway (20 mpg combined).
The Q8 measures 196.6 inches long on a 117.9-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,960 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $79,400 |
| MSRP with Destination | $80,595 |
| Destination Charge | $1,195 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Turbocharged V6 TFSI w/ 48V mild-hybrid (MHEV) |
| Displacement | 3 L |
| Horsepower | 335 hp @ 5,700 rpm |
| Torque | 369 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm |
| 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 | 18 MPG |
| Highway | 23 MPG |
| Combined | 20 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 |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 21x10 |
| Wheels Rear | 21x10 |
| Tires Front | 285/45R21 |
| Tires Rear | 285/45R21 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 196.6 in |
| Width | 78.5 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 |
| Curb Weight | 4,960 lbs |
| 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
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2022 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
Oct 26, 2022 · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:VIDEO (TOUCH)SCREEN/MONITOR/UNIT
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 AUDI A8, A6 Allroad, E-TRON Quattro, 2022 S3, RSQ8, RS7, RS6 Avant, Q8, Q7, Q3, E-TRON Sportback Quattro, S5 Cabriolet, E-TRON GT, S5 Sportback, A7, A6, A5 Sportback, A5 Cabriolet, A4, A4 Allroad, A3, S8, SQ7, SQ8, S6, and S4 vehicles. The infotainment main unit may become damaged internally when the vehicle is shut off, resulting in an inoperative rearview camera display the next time the vehicle is started. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the infotainment main unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91Ei.
NHTSA campaign 22V806000
Oct 20, 2021 · BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8 and S8, 2022 Audi A5 Sportback, A4 Sedan, E-Tron GT, Q3, Q5, RS6 Avant, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RSQ8, SQ7, SQ8, and S3 Sedan vehicles. A software error may prevent the rear-view image from initially displaying when the vehicle begins to reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rear-view camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the infotainment unit parameters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 9, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91CR.
NHTSA campaign 21V825000
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2022 AUDI Q8. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.