New Audi SQ7 and SQ8 now in Mzansi but in limited numbers

The folks at Audi have announced the availability of the SQ7 and SQ8 high-performance SUVs in Mzansi. 

Available in limited units, the new SQ7 and SQ8 employ a 4.0-litre turbocharged V8 diesel engine with 310 kW and 900 Nm of torque. 

Power is sent to all four wheels via an eight-speed tiptronic transmission that propels both SUVs from 0-100km/h in 4.8 seconds before hitting the limiter at 250km/h.

Audi claims the SQ7 will return 8.3l/100km depending on equipment and 8.3l/100km for the SQ8.

Audi provides the SQ7 and SQ8 TDI with the adaptive air suspension sport system which integrates controlled dampers. It is capable of varying the ride height of the body by up to 90 millimetres (vehicle height is 15 millimetres lower than the adaptive air suspension option).

There is an optional all-wheel steering as well as seven driving profiles: comfort, auto, dynamic, efficiency, allroad, offroad, and individual.

As standard, the Audi SQ7 and SQ8 are fitted with 21-inch Audi Sport wheels with an option to upgrade to 22-inch (for the SQ7) and up to 23-inch (for the SQ8). Brake discs measuring 400 millimetres in diameter are fitted to the front axle, with 350-millimetre discs on the rear axle.

The red brake callipers feature an S logo on the front axle and are standard for both models.

There is a black styling package that adds black roof rails, trim strips on side windows, mirrors and front and rear bumpers). In addition to this, the extended black styling package adds the Audi rings at the front and rear as well as the SQ7 or SQ8 lettering in the radiator grille and on the boot lid in black.

A standard panoramic glass sunroof rounds off the exterior design with class.

The interior is bolstered with sports seats that are upholstered with top-quality Valcona leather and come standard with a heating function in the front and memory function for both front seats.

The pedals, the footrest, and the loading sill protector are made of stainless steel.
Upon request, Audi will install S sport seats plus with integrated head restraints.

The contour/ambient lighting package, which is also another standard feature on both models, illuminates contours and surfaces in 30 colours that can be adjusted to the driver’s individual taste via the MMI.

The MMI touch response control system integrates two large displays in the centre of the instrument panel. They have a 10.1-inch and 8.6-inch diagonal measurement respectively.

The SQ7 and SQ8 TDI are officially available for sale in South Africa in limited numbers as part of a once-off launch opportunity.

The models are priced as follows (inclusive of all taxes) and come standard with a five year Audi Freeway Plan. 

• Audi SQ7 TDI quattro R 1,679,500
• Audi SQ8 TDI quattro R1,848,500

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