And let's forget about the key!
You have to be aware, before starting, that the really important thing will be enjoy the ride , of each one of its sensations, stages and vicissitudes without taking into account the final destination.
Each fork, path, motorway or secondary road will imprint the route with its layout until it becomes an unrepeatable and unforgettable adventure. The perception of each of these stimuli will no longer be as we knew it until now.
**The new Audi Q8** arrives to bring a new concept of enjoyment on the road.
Why? This car combines the elegance of a premium coupé and the versatility of a large SUV, also providing a marked sporty, powerful and sophisticated image. Traveling in it is the most stimulating adventure.
Inside of this imposing SUV we perceive the importance of technology in our route, since everything revolves around the upper screen of the MMI touch response , the dashboard of the driving experience.
Logic and harmony dominate the connection between all elements , from the flat strip formed by the ventilation outlets to the wide center console in which the Tiptronic automatic gear lever is housed.
Everything is taken care of down to the last detail with the aim of reaching the maximum comfort in our displacement, as evidenced by the seats with massage and ventilation function, the four-zone climate control or the air quality package that optimize the elegant atmosphere that is breathed in this cozy cabin.
The simplicity in handling the vehicle systems allows you to focus on the pleasure of driving and in the discovery of the new landscapes that we are going through.
With this premise, the operational concept MMI touch response in the Q8 , almost all functions can be accessed via two big screens.
The top, of 10.1 inches controls the systems infotainment and navigation , while the lower one, of 8.6 inches , will allow us to control the functions of climate, comfort and text input , through a comfortable and ergonomic gear selector. When we select a function with our finger, we perceive a 'click', by way of confirmation.
Why we all need a road trip in our lives
The complicity with Audi Q8 goes beyond pure driving, which becomes our travel companion, capable of intelligent dialogue through the Voice control with natural language recognition. We will experience the pleasant sensation of expressing our wishes at every moment of the route and that the voice control understands us.
If we indicate, for example, something as simple as "I'm hungry", it will automatically suggest nearby restaurants.
On the way of our road trip, while we go through all its stages with the fascination of the new explored terrains keep a steady course . That is why the ** Audi Q8 ** is equipped as standard with the system MMI Navigation plus , which uses the standard LTE Advanced for data transmission and Wi-Fi hotspot.
The navigation system offers a series of destination suggestions by recognizing our preferences, based on previously traveled routes, at the same time as the online services of Audi connect they add predictive functions to the navigation process.
And let's forget about the key! Audi connect key It will allow us to both open and close the vehicle, as well as start the engine through our smartphone. Why complicate life? Let's fully personalize our driving experience by storing up to 400 parameters in individual user profiles.
With the myAudi app we will be able to send navigation destinations, calendar appointments or streaming music from the phone to the MMI system. Because an appropriate soundtrack is essential in any self-respecting road trip.
The Audi Q8 fulfills this requirement at the highest level in terms of connection and sound quality thanks to the Audi phone box and audio system , both with the signature of Bang & Olufsen, which provides a vibrant 3D sound in the five seats.
Any situation, however unexpected it may be, can surprise us along our route and the Audi Q8 will make life easier for us on board in any of them thanks to systems such as the adaptive cruise control, efficiency assistant, crossing assistant, lane departure warning system, curb assistant and 360-degree camera.
Although the most striking coming early 2019 : the remote garage pilot , which allows the car to enter and leave a garage autonomously, always under our supervision, activating the process from outside the vehicle through the myAudi application on our smartphone. Behind all these systems is a central controller, called zFAS , which constantly monitors the vehicle environment and uses the data to provide the best possible assistance.
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When we want no limits on our journey, we need a partner that is responsive on all grounds. In that sense, the Q8 is the brand's top-of-the-range SUV and as such behaves on all surfaces. When necessary, sends most of the power to the axle with the best traction.
This, together with 254mm ground clearance, short overhangs and hill descent control allow the Audi Q8 keep going when the asphalt runs out, as well as the suspension with regulation of hardness (damper control) as standard.
The more kilometers we carry, the more we will value the efficiency of our car. In that sense, all Audi Q8 engines are particularly efficient thanks to the Mild-Hybrid (MHEV) technology.
The 48-volt main electrical system incorporates a lithium-ion battery and BAS alternator. During braking, it can recover up to 12 kW of energy that is stored in the battery. MHEV technology allows long phases of driving in coasting mode with the engine disabled, and allows the start-stop system start operating at 22 km/h.
Wherever we go we want to leave a mark and feel that our presence is well received . The Audi Q8 , with his distinguished exterior design, It will be an unbeatable letter of introduction in all the stops of our route.
Powerful contours and taut surfaces convey a sense of power, sophistication and the characteristic dynamism of permanent four-wheel drive, while the spoiler, wheel arch and door trim strips and diffuser are finished in a contrasting colour, to further accentuate the off-road look.
LED headlights come as standard and both the three-dimensional signature of the daytime running lights and the rear light clusters, connected by a light strip, have a strong digital character. The various lighting functions can be activated via the myAudi app and experienced from the outside.
The Audi Q family has a new banner and road travelers are in luck because it has come to change our concept of road trip. ** Welcome to a stimulating era! **
The interior and exterior design of the Audi Q8 accompany the spirit of the road trip