PHS Automotive Malaysia (PHSAM), the official distributor for Audi cars in Malaysia, has announced that order book for the fully electric (EV) Audi Q8 e-tron is open. Prices are estimated to start from RM 369,000 to RM 476,000.

PHSAM notes that Malaysia will be amongst the first countries in Asia to receive the new Q8 e-tron, following the release of the first production of 2023 units to market.

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Both the standard SUV and Sportback body style will be offered, and both with e-tron 50 and e-tron 55 variants available.

The range starts with the Q8 e-tron advanced 50, which outputs 340 PS and 664 Nm from two electric motors (AWD) that are juiced up by an 89 kWh (usable, 95 kWh nominal) battery. Electric driving range is claimed at 410 km.

The Q8 Sportback e-tron advanced 50 gets the same drive unit, though features are bumped up with Matrix LED headlamps, sports adaptive suspension, and sports seats, along with black styling package.

Moving up to the Q8 e-tron S line 55 variant, it gets a larger 106 kWh (usable, 114 kWh nominal) battery with more powerful motors that outputs 408 PS and 664 Nm. Range is up to 481 km.

Standard equipment include single-frame projector lighting, digital matrix LED headlights, virtual exterior mirrors, panoramic sunroof, head-up display, and Bang & Olufsen sound system.

The Q8 Sportback e-tron S line 55 adds black styling package for the exterior, sports seats, and sports adaptive suspension.

As for charging, AC charging for the Q8 e-tron 50 variants is up to 11 kW, while the Q8 e-tron 55 variants get the upgraded 22 kW charging capability. DC fast charging for the Q8 e-tron 50 is up to 150 kW and 170 kW for the Q8 e-tron 55.

Ahead of the e-tron range launch in mid-2023, Audi is already developing various aftersales service and warranty programmes specifically planned for the electric range, to enhance its customer loyalty, confidence, and experience. All Audi service technicians have and will continue to undergo training, assessment, and certification as part of Audi Malaysia’s EV entry into the market.

Meanwhile, also open for booking is the Audi RS e-tron GT, which can be previewed at Audi’s showrooms in Glenmarie, Juru and Setia Alam. It will also be on display the upcoming Audi Showcase at 1Utama Shopping Centre later this month from the 22- to 26-February 2023.

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