The 2024 Audi Q8 has a elevated safety risk profile with 1 recall campaigns and 18 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

24V2510002024-03-04

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Audi S5 Cabriolet, A4 Allroad, Q5 Sportback, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, SQ7, TT Coupe, TT Roadster, RS5 Sportback, 2024 A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q8, RSQ8, 2023-2024 Q3, Q5, and Q7 vehicles. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the occupant detection system (ODS) control module may loosen and deactivate the front passenger air bag.

A deactivated front passenger air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 18 owners have filed complaints about the 2024 Audi Q8. SERVICE BRAKES issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Service Brakes6

02Electrical System4

03Electrical System,engine1

04Structure1

05Electrical System,unknown Or Other1

18 total across 1 model years (2024–2024)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Audi Q8 Fuel Economy

19–87mpg combined

17-84city

23-90hwy

$900-$3,050/yr

Across 4 configurations, the 2024 Audi Q8 returns 19–87 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim

Q8 Sportback e-tron quattro - Automatic (A2)

87mpg

All-Wheel DriveEV

84 city90 hwy~$900/yr10/10 Clean

Q8 Sportback e-tron ultra quattro - Automatic (A2)

86mpg

All-Wheel DriveEV

84 city89 hwy~$900/yr10/10 Clean

Q8 e-tron quattro - Automatic (A2)

81mpg

All-Wheel DriveEV

80 city83 hwy~$950/yr10/10 Clean

Q8 quattro - Automatic (S8)

19mpg

3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

17 city23 hwy~$3,050/yr4/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2024 Audi Q8

33States

30%in top 3

11% of the market sits in Texas, though listings span 33 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

TXTexas

20411%

FLFlorida

19410%

NYNew York

1779%

NJNew Jersey

1618%

CACalifornia

1417%

ILIllinois

1156%

GAGeorgia

995%

MOMissouri

553%

PAPennsylvania

513%

COColorado

472%

NCNorth Carolina

452%

WAWashington

422%

DEDelaware

412%

AZArizona

412%

CTConnecticut

382%

NVNevada

352%

OKOklahoma

332%

NH31

DCWashington DC

302%

TNTennessee

302%

MD28

MI28

UT26

OH26

OR25

AL18

WI17

MA16

RI16

MN15

VA14

IN13

LA10

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2024.

Buying a 2024 Audi Q8?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2024 Audi Q8 a good car to buy?

The 2024 Audi Q8 has its strengths and its watch-outs. 1 recall has been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report service brakes as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2024 Audi Q8?

There are 1 documented recall for the 2024 Audi Q8. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2024 Audi Q8?

You'll get between 19 and 87 MPG combined from the 2024 Audi Q8, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2024 Audi Q8?

Out of 18 owner complaints, service brakes issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.