The Audi RS Q8 is considered by some as a cheaper and perhaps better-looking alternative to the Lamborghini Urus and while it ordinarily lacks the grunt to rival the Raging Bull, ABT Sportsline has the answer to that with its RS Q8-S package.
This isn’t ABT’s first time modifying the
RS Q8 as it released its RS Q8-R model a few years ago. The S isn’t quite as
extreme as the R but it still makes the super SUV stand out thanks to the
fitment of various new exterior parts. These include a carbon fiber splitter, a
carbon front grille surround, striking aerodynamic winglets on the side skirts,
a new rooftop lip spoiler, and a bold new diffuser. While these upgrades are
quite striking, they are not over-the-top, and even with them, the RS Q8-S
looks more subtle than a Urus.
Various other upgrades have been made.
This particular example has been equipped with a set of massive 23-inch wheels
with a 10-spoke design finished in gloss black. It’s unclear if these wheels
negatively impact the SUV’s ride quality but they certainly wouldn’t help.
Fortunately, ABT also offers a set of smaller 22-inch shoes for customers. It
has also dropped the ride height of the Audi.
The SUV’s 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8
has also been fettled with. Ordinarily, this engine is good for 591 hp and 800 Nm of torque but a new control unit from ABT lifts these figures up
to 690 hp and 880 Nm. A new exhaust has also been fitted complete
with a new rear muffler, middle muffler replacement pipe, and new tips. Shoppers
can also have ABT customize the interior of their RS Q8 with a carbon fiber
shift knob, new areas of carbon across the dashboard and seats, entrance
lights, and a unique start-stop button.
