ABT Sportsline Turns Up The Heat On The Audi SQ8 And Q8 With 641 HP

ABT Sportsline has enhanced the performance, style, and technology of the refreshed Audi Q8 and SQ8 with its tuning kit. Their spotlight upgrade? ABT's Power S module powers a supercharged SQ8 to produce a powerful 641 hp and 850 Nm of torque, surpassing the power of Audi's RS Q8 Performance.

That’s 141 hp more than a stock SQ8 and just a hair stronger than the RS Q8 Performance’s horsepower. For the Q8, ABT also boosts the performance of the hybrid 3.0-liter V6, though it hasn't released exact numbers for this model yet.

ABT's previous tuning brought the pre-facelift RS Q8 to 790 hp, so their upcoming version for the refreshed model is expected to push similar limits. In terms of looks, ABT’s aero kit dials up the aggression with a front splitter, side gills, rear spoiler, and a rear skirt featuring quad tailpipes.

You can transform the SQ8 and Q8 by pairing these with a set of 22- or 23-inch wheels and a lowered stance, which comes from a 25 mm drop in the adaptive air suspension. Inside, ABT’s upgrades include carbon fiber inserts for the dash, seats, and gear selector, alongside illuminated door sills and a branded start-stop button.

Here’s a quick breakdown of costs:

• Power boost: €11,588.24 ($12,510)
• Suspension lowering: €2,512.61 ($2,712)
• Wheels: €5,210.08 ($5,624) to €9,546.22 ($10,306)
• Aero kit: €6,403.36 ($6,913)
• Carbon fiber fender extensions: €1,016.81 ($1,098)
• Interior upgrades: €1,675 ($1,808)

All-in, if you go for the full upgrade suite, your Audi SQ8 will total €35,573 ($38,402) before tax. For fans of high-powered SUVs with a refined, sporty edge, ABT’s tuned SQ8 package promises to elevate Audi’s already impressive SUV to a whole new level.