At the heart of the package is the ABT Power R performance upgrade. It is tailored to both factory power levels of the RS Q8 and significantly increases output depending on the base vehicle. On the standard version with 441 kW (600 hp) and 800 Nm, power rises to approximately 544 kW (740 hp) and 920 Nm. For the more powerful 471 kW (640 hp), 850 Nm variant, the RSQ8-S specification delivers around 559 kW (760 hp) and 980 Nm. This means that both 600 hp and 640 hp RS Q8 owners receive a suitable performance option with clearly noticeable additional power.
Visually, the extra performance is underlined by a coherent aerodynamics package. A front spoiler in matt visible carbon emphasises the front section, while a glossy black ABT front wheel arch ventilation with integrated RSQ8-S emblem badge creates a distinctive detail at the front axle. At the rear, a matt visible carbon rear wing completes the vehicle’s lines and sharpens the SUV’s silhouette. The ABT stainless steel rear muffler system with four matt black 102 mm tailpipes integrates neatly into the ABT tailpipe surrounds and rounds off the sporty rear design.
The electronic ABT Level Control optimises the vehicle’s stance and driving dynamics. Combined with the weight-optimised 23-inch ABT HIGH PERFORMANCE IR23 wheels, manufactured using flowforming technology, and tyres in size 295/35 R23 with TPMS, the RSQ8-S offers precise and confident handling that transfers the added performance effectively to the road.
Inside, ABT Sportsline focuses on targeted refinements that subtly but clearly distinguish the RSQ8-S from the standard car. The seat refinement with ABT logo in the headrest and RSQ8-S lettering, an ABT steering wheel badge and a matt visible carbon shift knob cap form the core of the interior enhancements. These are complemented by ABT door entry lights with logo, RSQ8-S branded floor and trunk mats, RSQ8-S sill plates and an ABT start-stop switch cap. The result is a well-rounded overall package for drivers who want to give their RS Q8 a more personalised and sportily accentuated touch without fundamentally changing the character of the vehicle.
The ABT RSQ8-S package is available now at a price of €53,000 including 19% VAT. Installation (€6,380 incl. VAT) and TÜV approval are charged separately.
Further details and information on the new ABT RSQ8-S can be found here.