Used Audi Q8 for Sale nearElmira, NY

How much does the Audi Q8 cost in today's market?

Used Audi Q8 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Audi Q8's current nationwide average price is $41,708, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $41,407 over the past year. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Audi Q8 a good car?

Yes — the Audi Q8 is a strong choice if you want a premium SUV with style, comfort, and performance at the center of the experience. The all-generations owner rating is 4.84/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its smooth driving character, luxurious cabin, and strong power. They also like the advanced technology and the Q8’s distinctive design, which gives it a more upscale feel than a conventional family SUV.

Expert reviews rate the 2020 model among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs center on touch-screen-heavy controls, poor fuel efficiency, and some ownership concerns around maintenance and infotainment behavior.

35.3% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Audi Q8 models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the Audi Q8 very highly, and the feedback across model years points to a premium SUV that feels refined, comfortable, and satisfying to drive. Expert commentary also reinforces its strong build quality, smooth handling, and upscale cabin presentation.

• Owners rate the Audi Q8 between 4.6 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by checking service history closely and confirming that major systems have been maintained properly.

What should I look for when buying a used Audi Q8?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 88.2% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: forward-collision warning with automatic emergency braking, high beam assist, automatic windshield wipers, parking sensors, Audi side assist, rear cross-traffic alert, rear automatic emergency braking, a 360-degree camera system, and vehicle exit warning
• Infotainment: Audi's MMI operating system with navigation, Audi Virtual Cockpit, a WiFi hot spot, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, HD Radio, SiriusXM, Bluetooth, Amazon Alexa integration, and front and rear smartphone compatibility
• Fuel efficiency: The Audi Q8 gets an EPA-estimated 17 mpg in the city, 21 mpg on the highway, and 18 mpg combined. The SQ8 is powered by a turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 engine that is also paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. That turbo engine gets 500 horsepower and 568 pound-feet of torque. It’s slightly less fuel-efficient than the Q8 getting an EPA-estimated 15 mpg in the city, 21 mpg on the highway, and 17 mpg combined. The RS Q8 gets 13 mpg in the city, 19 mpg on the highway, and 15 mpg combined.

Which Audi Q8 trim should I buy?

The 2020 Audi Q8 offers these trims:

• Audi Q8 Premium: the entry trim with the Q8’s core luxury equipment, including navigation, Audi Virtual Cockpit, wireless smartphone integration, and the standard turbocharged V6
• Audi Q8 Premium Plus: the best-value trim, adding more convenience and comfort equipment on top of the Premium
• Audi Q8 Prestige: the most upscale Q8 trim, with the richest feature set and the most premium presentation
• SQ8 Premium Plus: the performance-oriented trim with a turbocharged 4.0-liter V8, standard air suspension, and more aggressive driving character
• SQ8 Prestige: the higher-spec SQ8 with the same V8 performance and a more luxurious equipment mix
• RS Q8: the top-performance model with the most powerful engine, unique design accents, and the most serious performance focus

What Audi Q8 do most buyers choose?

The Audi Q8 years with the most listings are 2022, 2024, and 2023.

Higher-volume years usually give you more shopping choice, which can make it easier to compare trims, mileage, and condition. They also tend to be the years most buyers gravitate toward when looking for a balance of availability and value.

What is the Audi Q8's resale value?

The table shows broad downward movement across the lineup, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. Several model years have seen double-digit price drops, so recent inventory may offer stronger value than it did a year ago. The pattern also suggests that newer examples have been adjusting quickly, creating opportunities for buyers who want a later model year at a lower entry point.

The 2020, 2019, and 2025 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Audi Q8 safe?

• 2020: 8/10

For the safest used buy, the 2020 model posts the highest confirmed score of 8/10.

Should I buy a used Audi Q8 now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −13.48% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −21.02%.
• Deal availability: The 2024 model has 35.1% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2022 model has the most listings at a current average price of $38,250. The Audi Q8 offers a distinctive coupe-like design, a luxurious cabin, and a strong overall premium feel.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: Audi powers every Q8 with a turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine that is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. The powertrain gets 335 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque, which yields a sufficient, though uninspiring amount of power.
• Tech: All three models have navigation and Audi Virtual Cockpit as standard in addition to a WiFi hot spot, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, HD Radio, SiriusXM, Bluetooth, Amazon Alexa integration, and front and rear smartphone compatibility.
• Safety: SQ8 and RS Q8 buyers also get Audi side assist, rear cross-traffic alert, rear automatic emergency braking, a 360-degree camera system, and vehicle exit warning as standard.
• Starting price: The 2020 Audi Q8 has a starting MSRP of $68,200.

If you're buying used today, the 2022 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 11, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.