Is the Audi Q8 an imported model?
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The Audi Q8 is an imported model, classified as a mid-to-large-sized SUV. Taking the 2021 Audi Q8 Luxury Elegance version as an example, its body dimensions are: length 4986mm, width 1995mm, height 1693mm, with a wheelbase of 2998mm and a fuel tank capacity of 85 liters. The 2021 Audi Q8 Luxury Elegance version is equipped with a 2.0L turbocharged engine, with maximum torque available between 1600 to 4500 rpm and maximum power output between 5000 to 6000 rpm. It is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
I recently visited an Audi 4S dealership and checked out the Q8. The salesperson confirmed that this model is indeed imported, not manufactured in China, unlike the Q7 which has a localized production version. Being imported means its design stays truer to the original, with details like the overall styling and interior faithfully preserved. Of course, imports come with some implications—higher prices due to shipping and import taxes, longer wait times for maintenance parts as they sometimes need to be shipped from Europe. Personally, I feel the imported version offers superior quality and more stable performance. If you're after an authentic high-end SUV experience, it's definitely worth considering. While Audi has joint ventures producing other models in China, the Q8 maintains its import-only strategy, reinforcing the brand's premium positioning.
