Audi Introduces The Q8 E-tron Dakar Edition, Can Beat All Medan

Dakar edition of the Q8 e-tron. (Doc. Audi)

JAKARTA - Starting in early 2024, Audi introduced the Dakar edition of the electric Q8 e-tron SUV, a step forward to pairing highway and off-road cars tough to bulldoze various terrains.

Diketahui dari rilis perusahaan, 3 Januari, Q8 e-tron edisi Dakar terinspirasi dari Reli Dakar yang terkenal di dunia, kendaraan off-road ini menawarkan peningkatan ground clearance, elemen desain yang mengangkat, dan drivetrain yang bertenaga.

As a result, Dakar's Q8 e-tron edition has an enhanced ground clearance of 31 mm from the standard version, and is equipped with a full-field tire of General Grabard AT3 which promises to increase acceleration and braking on loose surfaces.

Built based on Q8 e-tron 55, the car is powered by a 106 kWh clean battery and a drivetrain with two motors, the Q8 e-tron edition Dakar produces 300 kW in boost mode, pushing it from 0 to 100 km/hour in just 5.8 seconds. Meanwhile, the resulting battery range reaches 487 km based on WLTP calculations.

In addition, Dakar's e-tron edition Q8 appears prominent with its distinctive exterior. The widening wheel arch gives the impression of self-confidence, then the legendary optional sticker Q e-tron hospital adds a touch of exclusivity.

The Q8 e-tron edition Dakar is available in only three colors consisting of Siam Beige metallic, Mythos Black metallic, and Magnetic Gray. This one car is only available 99 units and the serial number will be embedded in the pillar of D.

Talking about features there is no doubt, where it is equipped with a front light and back of the LED matrix, a colored sun shield, and an S line interior with a sport seat is just the beginning. The red Audi Sport seam package adds a touch of sporty to its cabin. Head-up display, an MMI operating system that is refined with slope angle information, and MMI-themed background images for the Dakar issue adds to an impressive driving experience.

Interestingly, this edition is also embedded with storage packages and baggage compartments, roof racks, and second charger supports for high-voltage batteries, meeting the needs of adventure seekers. Not only that, it is also equipped with a set of tires for the highway, in addition to the tires of all terrain that are indeed standard.

Unfortunately, the price for one unit of the Dakar edition of the Q8 e-tron has not been disclosed.