“Overall it is just a bad ass vehicle. More muscle and room than Q5. Meaty design without looking like a mini-van (Q7). I actually had this exact conversation with my neighbor and she has since upgraded from her Q7 to a Q8”
2020 Audi Q8: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The most important change for the 2020 Audi Q8 is that lane-departure warning became standard on Premium and Premium Plus trims. Otherwise, it carried over without major mechanical or styling changes.
About the 2020 Audi Q8
1st generation Q8 (2019-2023, pre-2024 refresh), second model year.
The Q8 is Audi’s flagship two-row SUV for buyers who want coupe-like style without giving up everyday usefulness. Audi’s own launch material leans hard on its bold shape, tech-heavy cabin, strong standard all-wheel drive, and a roomy cargo area, so the Q8’s core appeal is mixing dramatic design with real luxury-SUV practicality. Compared with rivals, it aims to feel more design-forward and more digital inside, while still towing well and carrying adults comfortably.
The 2020 Q8 pairs a 335-hp turbocharged V6 and standard all-wheel drive with a digital instrument panel, dual touchscreens, navigation, and a panoramic sunroof. Premium Plus adds features such as a 360-degree camera and ventilated front seats, while Prestige brings adaptive cruise control, a head-up display, and upgraded LED lighting.
What changed, by category
Safety
Lane-departure warning became standard on the 55 TFSI Premium and 55 TFSI Premium Plus trims.
2020 Audi Q8 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | V6, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | V6, Turbo, 3.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd & Tiptronic | Automatic, 8-Spd & Tiptronic | Automatic, 8-Spd & Tiptronic |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 17 mpg | 17 mpg | 17 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 21 mpg | 21 mpg | 21 mpg |
| Horsepower | 335 hp | 335 hp | 335 hp |
| Torque | 369 lb-ft | 369 lb-ft | 369 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 7700 lb | 7700 lb | 7700 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 60.7 cu-ft | 60.7 cu-ft | 60.7 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 40.2 in | 40.2 in | 40.2 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||
| Alarm System | |||
| Automatic High Beams | |||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||
| Cruise Control | |||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||
| Night Vision System | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| Top View Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | |||
| LED Headlights | |||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||
| Rear Spoiler | |||
| Roof Rails | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Smartphone Interface | |||
| 4-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Memory Front Seats | |||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||
| Rear Window Shades | |||
| Remote Start | |||
| Tri-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning | |||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2020 Audi Q8 compared with the 2019 model?
The main change is that lane-departure warning became standard on the Premium and Premium Plus trims. Audi also added the 55 TFSI designation to all three trim names, while the engine, transmission, all-wheel-drive system, and overall styling carried over.
Was the 2020 Audi Q8 redesigned?
No, the 2020 Audi Q8 was not redesigned. It was the second year of the first-generation model and received only a light equipment update.
Did the 2020 Audi Q8 get a new engine?
No, the 2020 Q8 kept its 335-hp turbocharged 3.0-liter V6, eight-speed automatic transmission, and standard all-wheel drive.
Are the 55 TFSI trim names new for the 2020 Audi Q8?
Yes, the trim names changed from Premium, Premium Plus, and Prestige to 55 TFSI Premium, 55 TFSI Premium Plus, and 55 TFSI Prestige. These were renamed versions of the existing trims, not an all-new lineup.
Which 2020 Audi Q8 trim has the broadest driver-assistance package?
The 55 TFSI Prestige has the broadest standard driver-assistance package. Its equipment includes adaptive cruise control, lane guidance, traffic-jam assistance, intersection assistance, turn assistance, and traffic-sign recognition.
2020 Audi Q8 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2020 Audi Q8.
4.3
2020 Audi Q8
(61 reviews)
“Outstanding performance and comfort in the Audi Q8. Completely satisfied with my purchase. Highly recommend this SUV”
“Don't purchase this vehicle. It is plagued with bugs and glitches. Even the door lock controls are "electronic" so when you try to open the door, there is a half-second delay which makes just basic entry and exit from the vehicle awkward and cumbersome. I have had mine in for repair three times and it's only three months old.”