Audi Q8 Facelift

There are a lot of options in the Indian car market when it comes to luxury vehicles. However, their maintenance does not need to be expensive compared to other cars in their segment. This blog talks about a few of these cars that you can consider buying from CarLelo. Toyota Fortuner Engine 2.6-litre petrol | 2.8-litre diesel   Power 163.6 bhp | 201.15 bhp Torque 245 Nm | 500 Nm Mileage  8 kmpl | 11 kmpl Top Speed 190 kmph Ex-showroom Price  Rs 33.43 - Rs 51.44 lakh A car that needs no introduction, the Toyota Fortuner is built on a ‘never breaking down’ philosophy. Apart from being very reliable, the SUV maintains a butch look and is still a good-looking car in 2024. Our sources tell us that at 40,000 kilometres, the cost of service comes to only Rs 8,700.  Audi Q3 Engine 2-litre petrol Power 187.74 bhp Torque 320 Nm Mileage 10 kmpl Top Speed 230 kmph Ex-showroom Price  Rs 44.25 - Rs 54.65 lakh  The Audi Q3 is the brand’s most affordable car in the country right now. Noteworthy features of the SUV include all-wheel drive (standard across variants), a 12.3-inch virtual cockpit screen and ambient lighting. Considering its starting price of Rs 44.25 lakh, the car is cheaper than the Toyota Fortuner and easy on the pocket to maintain. Audi A4 Engine 2-litre petrol Power 187.74 bhp Torque 320 Nm Mileage 14.1 kmpl Top Speed 241 kmph Ex-showroom Price  Rs 46.02 - Rs 54.58 lakh The Audi A4 comes with a lot of useful features like a digital driver’s display, a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, three-zone AC, a 19-speaker Bang and Olufsen sound system, electrically adjustable front seats and a sunroof. Maintenance-wise, the pricing of parts and accessories is quite low compared to similarly-equipped cars in the segment.  Toyota Camry Engine 2.5-litre petrol hybrid   Power 175.67 bhp Torque 221 Nm Mileage 16 kmpl Top Speed 200 kmph Ex-showroom Price   Rs 46.17 lakh Japanese brand Toyota sells the Camry with a petrol hybrid engine that is known for giving a mileage of up to 16 kilometres per litre. Toyota has built a reputation for making extremely reliable cars which are cheap to maintain as well. Basic service at 50,000 kilometres costs nearly Rs 9,000, which is very good considering its competition.  Volvo S90 Engine 2-litre Power 246.58 bhp Torque 350 Nm Mileage 12 kmpl Top Speed 180 kmph Ex-showroom Price   Rs 68.25 lakh   How about a car that is high on safety, looks good and affordable at the same time? The Volvo S90 sedan does just that and comes with features like a head-up display, 360-degree camera system, massage seats, active noise cancellation function and memory function for the seats. Compared to the Mercedes E Class and BMW 5 Series, the Volvo S90 costs very less when it comes to service. Read Also: Top 5 Affordable Cars with Sunroof in India BMW M340i Engine 3-litre petrol Power 368.78 bhp Torque 500 Nm Mileage 13.02 kmpl Top Speed 253 kmph Ex-showroom Price   Rs 72.90 lakh   The BMW M340i is a luxury sedan that offers an impressive equipment list and a powerful petrol engine. Being an ‘M’ car, the car accelerates from 0 to 100 kmph in just 4.4 seconds. Compared to its rival, the Mercedes-AMG C43, the service costs are significantly lower. Volvo XC90 Engine 2-litre Power 300 bhp Torque 420 Nm Mileage 17.2 kmpl Top Speed 180 kmph Ex-showroom Price   Rs 1.01 crore  At the top, the Volvo XC90 competes with the BMW X7 and Mercedes GLS SUVs. What sets it apart from them includes sporty looks, a rich interior and competitive pricing. For those not in the know, the X7 starts at Rs 1.24 crore, while the GLS comes for Rs 1.32 crore. Apart from the high initial price, the cost of spare parts and renewables is also lesser. Read Also: Top 10 Most Expensive Cars in India and Their Features

Today’s modern automobile society simply cannot omit Audi from the list of the most prominent classy, powerful and technologically oriented brands. Here in this blog, We are going to focus on 10 aspects that make Audi Cars more special than its competitors. Sleek and Modern Design Among car makers, Audi is one of those which do provide a special emphasis on both ‘polished aesthetics’ and ‘edgy looks’. For instance, the new Audi A4 sedan comes with a sculpture grille, while the new Audi Q7 SUV has an impressive dominating front look with angular headlamps. Analysing the appearance of the cars, it is right to say that each of them seems to represent some aspects of the modern classy style.   High-Quality Interiors Inside an Audi, the use of fine to luxury material is abundant, accompanied by leather upholstery whose workmanship is extremely good. For instance, when entering the Audi A6, you will find Nappa leather seats, a wireless infotainment system and a 12.3-inch virtual cockpit display. Some of the options that increase the luxury and expensiveness of the car are mentioned as customisable. Cutting-Edge Technology The Audi Q8 comes equipped with two screens powered by Audi’s MMI Plus system. It also has the following additional features - Adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist features, ventilated seats and ambient lighting. Powerful Performance When referring to the Audi S5, it gets a 3.0-litre V6 turbocharged petrol engine churning out 354 horsepower alongside 500 Nm of pull force. This engine offers good response, going from 0-100 kilometres per hour in 4.7 seconds.  Quattro All-Wheel Drive The Quattro all-wheel drive system of Audi is one of the most prominent examples of advanced engineering. On the Audi A8 for instance, the Quattro system is used to provide maximum traction and control to the car in cases of poor road conditions. It also helps in transferring torque to all four wheels and grants a better grip to the road, thereby, giving the driver that much-needed confidence. Innovative Safety Features At Audi, passenger safety is well-considered. For instance, the Audi Q7 has safety features like an automatic emergency brake (AEB) and different forms of lane assist to adapt to the lane’s speed as per the existing speed limit, which is also called adaptive cruise control. All these technologies are applied to avoid risks that may harm the driver and the passengers. Comfortable Ride Using air suspensions, particularly in the higher segments, Audi ensures a comfortable ride throughout. The Audi A7 luxury sedan has adaptive air suspension that adjusts the stiffness of the springs and stabilisers as per the conditions of the road. This results in controlled bouncing and good control of each movement of the car with respect to the type and quality of the road. Strong Brand Reputation Audi has over the years had a good repute for making relatively long-lasting cars of decent quality. For instance, the Audi Q3, which also marks the beginning of the brand’s lineup in India, is also praised for its solid build and neat interior, consistent performance and features.  Resale Value Many of our sources inform us that Audi cars do not lose their value as other cars. For example, Audi Q5’s main USPs are durability and reliability which gives it greater resale value than its competitors. This makes having an Audi as a car a wise decision. Innovative Design Features An aspect that Audi continuously works on is the design of its four-wheelers. The Audi A8 features LED Matrix headlights that are accurate and perfect under traffic conditions for clear vision and safety. Furthermore, even the ambient lights can be adjusted to let the drivers set the mood per the colour preferred. Hence, Audi cars are known for both interior and exterior design, a huge list of features and punchy engines. In addition to that, characteristics like the Quattro all-wheel drive, optimum security measures and above all superior ride quality put Audi in a class of their own in manufacturing and producing Luxury Cars. Read Also: Top 10 Most Expensive Cars in India and Their Features

Audi has launched the Q8 facelift in the Indian market at a starting price of Rs 1.17 crore (ex-showroom). The SUV gets an updated design and features, while the powertrain remains unchanged. Interested customers can book the new Q8 facelift by paying a token amount of Rs 5 lakh from Audi's official website or nearby dealerships. 2024 Audi Q8 Facelift: Colour Choices The facelifted Q8 is available with eight exterior paint choices. These include Vicuna Beige, Mythos Black, Glacier White, Sakhir Gold, Waitomo Blue, Samurai Gray, Tamarind Brown, and Satellite Silver. For the interior themes, the SUV offers four colour choices including Okapi Brown, Saiga Beige, Pando Gray, and Black. New Details From the design perspective, the updated Q8 features a new front grille with a vertical inlay design in droplet shape, a revised air intake grille, a new spoiler design, two-dimensional rings in the front & rear, and HD Matrix LED headlights with laser technology with dynamic indicators. Other exterior features include a new design for the diffuser on the rear, a new Park Assist Plus, and customisable digital light signatures. Besides, the SUV runs on the newly designed 21-inch Graphite Gray alloy wheels with new red brake callipers. Moving on the inside, the SUV comes with premium leather and leatherette seat upholstery. It has updated features such as a four-zone climate control system, a new B&O premium 3D sound system with 17 speakers, a 12.3-inch digital Audi Virtual Cockpit, an Audi Phone box light, MMI Navigation Plus, and a 360-degree surround view camera. Powertrain Details Audi A8 facelift uses the same 3.0-litre TFSI petrol as the outgoing model. This engine is paired with a 48V mild-hybrid system. It sends the combined power output of 335 bhp and 500 Nm of torque. The transmission choice includes an 8-speed automatic gearbox. It can accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in just 5.6 seconds, with a top speed of 250 kmph. Also Read: Suzuki Fronx Gets ADAS, AWD in Japan

Audi India is preparing to launch its new Q8 with a more sophisticated design, advanced tech features, and powerful performance. Ahead of its launch on August 22, the brand has started accepting bookings against the token amount of Rs 5 lakh. Interested customers can visit the brand's official website or use the 'myAudi connect' app to place their order. New Audi Q8: Key Highlights The new Q8 will be available in eight different exterior colour options Waitomo Blue, Sakhir Gold, Samurai Gray, Mythos Black, Satellite Silver, Vicuna Beige, Glacier White, and Tamarind Brown. The interior will also have four different colour choices including Saiga Beige, Pando Gray, Black, and Okapi Brown. Design-wise, it will feature subtle design changes such as a single-frame front grille with an octagonal mesh design, Matrix LED headlights as standard, a revised front bumper, a new design for alloy wheels measuring 21-23 inches, and more. Powertrain Audi Q8 will come powered by a 3.0-litre TFSI petrol engine. This comes mated to a 48V mild-hybrid system. With the 8-speed automatic transmission and the Audi's Quattro All-Wheel Drive system, the engine can produce the maximum power of 337 bhp and 500 Nm of torque. It can sprint from 0-100 kmph in just 5.6 seconds. It will offer a top speed of 250 kmph. Also Read: Mercedes GLE 300d AMG India Launch Price Rs. 97.85 Lakh