Strengths
- Coupe roofline ages better than Q7's
- Cabin theatre matches A8
- Adaptive air suspension is well-tuned
Weaknesses
- Cargo bay smaller than Q7 (no third row)
- RS Q8 pricing pushes past Cayenne Turbo GT
- Mid-cycle infotainment was sluggish
Notable tech
- MLB Evo platform shared with Q7 / Bentayga / Urus / Cayenne
- 48V mild-hybrid standard
- 8-speed Tiptronic
- Quattro standard
- Adaptive air suspension standard on Premium Plus
- 2024 refresh added new infotainment
Common issues
- Same air-suspension wear as Q7
- EA839 V6 oil burn
- 48V system faults
Used-market budget
$60,000
Typical price point for a well-maintained example with full service history. Cars priced significantly below this often require remedial work.