Test drive Audi Q8: a new class

First meeting with the new flagship of the Audi off-road fleet

The first impression is usually decisive - including about cars. Especially for those who were created to attract the attention of the audience. That's exactly what the Q8 is - the more complex face of the enviable Q7.

Memorable pose

The Q8 is definitely one of the vehicles that is nearly impossible to go unnoticed on the road, and this is not only due to the impressive body dimensions or the sparkling orange paint of the test car.

This vehicle is one of the most successful incarnations of Ingolstadt's new stylistic language - its design is as impressive and sophisticated as a full-size SUV in its category, but at the same time as stylish and sophisticated as should be in the most elite representatives of the brand with four rings.

While the front end unambiguously displays strength and power with its predatory grille, two-piece headlights and contrasting elements, the profile and rear end of the Q8 are characterized by straight, clean lines, surprisingly elaborate surfaces and characteristic fenders.

This is reminiscent of the first Quattro from 1980. Perhaps the most spectacular perspective from which you can see the Audi Q8 is three-quarters behind - it is from this point of view that it is most clear that you are looking at something like an elevated Avant sports van or even a Shooting Brake, only it is very different from the usual format. .