Used Audi Q8 for Sale near South Dakota

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 $41,259, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $41,196 over the past year. Recently, prices have come down for the 2022, 2023, 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 pick if you want a luxury SUV that blends style, comfort, and performance. The all-generations owner rating is 4.84/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Q8 for its smooth handling, luxurious cabin, and strong powertrain. They also like its clean design and advanced technology, with the overall character leaning toward refinement and driving enjoyment.

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

The main trade-offs center on touchscreen-heavy controls, poor fuel efficiency, and some ownership concerns around maintenance and infotainment software. 38.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Audi Q8 models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently praise the Audi Q8 for its strong build quality, smooth driving character, and premium interior feel. The model also earns repeat praise for its powerful engine and well-executed technology.

• 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 can bring higher upkeep costs, so a careful pre-purchase inspection and service-history review are especially important.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 88% — 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, vehicle exit warning, active lane departure warning with collision avoidance, adaptive cruise control with traffic jam assist, traffic sign recognition, a head-up display with navigation assistance, intersection assist, turn assist, night vision assist with pedestrian and large animal detection, and predictive traffic efficiency assist.
• 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 brings the core Q8 experience with leather upholstery, heated front seats, standard 21-inch wheels, and the model’s strong standard tech and luxury feel.
• Audi Q8 Premium Plus: this is the best-value trim, adding more equipment for shoppers who want a richer feature set without stepping all the way up the range.
• Audi Q8 Prestige: this trim suits buyers who want the most upscale version of the Q8 with the fullest luxury presentation.
• SQ8: this performance-focused trim adds a turbocharged 4.0-liter V8, 500 horsepower, 568 pound-feet of torque, perforated diamond-stitched Valcona S sport seats with ventilation, and standard air suspension.
• RS Q8: this top trim adds the most aggressive styling, a honeycomb grille, side blades, high-definition Matrix-design headlights, 22-inch wheels, and the most powerful setup in the lineup.

What Audi Q8 do most buyers choose?

The Audi Q8 years with the most listings are 2022, 2024, and 2020.

Higher-volume years usually give you more shopping choice, which can make it easier to compare prices, trims, 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. The declines are double-digit across every listed year, so you can expect meaningful savings versus prior pricing. The 2025, 2019, and 2020 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 −13.1% versus a year ago, and the 2023 model is at −16.37%.
• Deal availability: The 2023 model has 40.3% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2022 model has the most listings at a current average price of $37,141. The Audi Q8 offers a distinctive coupe-like design, a premium cabin, and a refined driving character that make it feel special in everyday use.

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, and the SUV gets 335 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque.
• 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: Every Q8, SQ8, and RS Q8 model comes with basic advanced safety features, including high beam assist, automatic windshield wipers, parking sensors, and forward-collision warning with automatic emergency braking.
• 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 29, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.