2026 Audi RS Q8 transmission
Most common transmission
8 speed automatic
- Trims with it
- 1 of 1
- Manual
- Not offered
- Use a CVT
- 14%
- 181 SUVs in 2026
Source marks: two or more sources agree
| Trim | Engine | Type | Speeds | Drivetrain | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Performance AWD | 4.0L 8cyl | Automatic | 8 | AWD | $138,300 |
RS Q8 by model year
| Year | Most common | Types, trims | Trims listed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 8-speed automatic | Automatic 1 | 1 |
| 2026 | 8-speed automatic | Automatic 1 | 1 |
| 2025 | 8-speed automatic | Automatic 2 | 2 |
| 2024 | 8-speed automatic | Automatic 1 | 1 |
| 2023 | 8-speed automatic | Automatic 1 | 1 |
| 2022 | 8-speed automatic | Automatic 1 | 1 |
| 2021 | 8-speed automatic | Automatic 1 | 1 |
| 2020 | 8-speed automatic | Automatic 1 | 1 |
Transmission types in SUVs, 2026
| Type | Models | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic | 104 | 57% |
| CVT | 25 | 14% |
| Dual-clutch | 12 | 7% |
| Manual | 1 | 1% |
| Single-speed | 39 | 22% |
One trim per model: the cheapest with a listed transmission. 181 models.
Rivals
| Car | Most common | Manual trims | Trims listed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 BMW X6 M | 8-speed automatic | 0 | 1 |
| 2026 BMW X5 M | 8-speed automatic | 0 | 1 |
| 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL | 10-speed automatic | 0 | 4 |
| 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQ | 10-speed automatic | 0 | 4 |
| 2026 Mercedes-Benz G-Class | 9-speed automatic | 0 | 3 |
What this cannot tell you
Transmission as listed by the maker.
Speeds from the label.
- Two or more sources agree
- One source
- Model-level or estimate
- Sources differ