Is the Audi SQ8 a REAL luxury performance SUV?

[@flipperhansen5600]

“Wish it was a little thicker. I’m sure some of u have heard that before.” Classic!!! What happened when you said “head”? Thought you were gonna lose it!!! Keep it up. Great review.

[@RaitisRides]

LMAO! Thanks for letting me share some laughs!

[@davesolomon2503]

I own a new SQ8 and agree with your review. It is the perfect mix of power and luxury IMHO. The sound when it starts up is amazing...my family and friends all have a smile on their face when I start it up. I have a lightly optioned one as I couldn't see spending up to $20k more for them. My out the door cost was $95k which is a lot of money but it is a lot of car. Keep up the great work. I really like your reviews...fair yet you still can be excited about each car. Happy Holidays.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Dave for sharing your input and perspective!

[@deathlydxze]

11:37 Speaking of Head 😂

[@RaitisRides]

LMAO!

[@charliesmash]

Raiti should bring actual snacks one of these reviews. Be nice to see a Jersey Mike’s subs and skittles.

[@ryanhartley8540]

A snack for each review!

[@RaitisRides]

I may not get any filming don and just eat! LOL

[@RaitisRides]

@@ryanhartley8540 That is going to get expensive! LOL

[@TheMybulls1990]

That would be awesome my favorite snack Reese's 😋

[@SyTheGuy]

"speaking of head" BRO LMFAOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share the laughs with you!

[@moescolla]

“If you like big wheels and You can’t deny” I caught that 😂🤜🏾🤛🏾💪🏾

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share some laughs with you!

[@moescolla]

@@RaitisRides always look forward to it

[@ethandong1313]

Joe, your drive around those roundabout is fabulous. You running the line perfect like a race driver. And your throttle controls are amazing. Really appreciate you doing these reviews to let us know how much potential each car has. Thank you.

[@Viktor9502]

“What if your kids play with knives”…. Solid question lol.

[@weirdshibainu]

Joe. Thanks for the hard work. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. Stay safe man!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks you so much! Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours!

[@Saab469]

The exhaust is FIRE mad nice for stock

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like this one.

[@georgepantoja8576]

10:52 LMAOOOOO

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me bring some laughs!

[@GerardPedrico]

The ultimate German speed metal music machines... "obnoxious geezers-grandpas": The Scorpions. "Human nature is the reason for our downfall. And we deserve it playing god with our machines". Deus machina? kzbin.info/www/bejne/qYXboKyEm8aSe6M

[@GerardPedrico]

German speed metal machines are insanely fast. Don't drive one if you want to live long and retire at old age. kzbin.info/www/bejne/g3LFoaqGnsdpi6M

[@richgenix]

This is something special , love it

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you are digging this one.

[@tuxedoblackcat1680]

I like the huge space of the trunk. I could probably fit a bunch of Pokemon or Cat stuffed animals to cuddle yourself, or maybe fit gigantic Backpacks or coolers for the beach, or maybe alot of things for Christmas dinner or preperations.

[@RaitisRides]

I like the way that you think.

[@Magiicmalc]

Another SOLID review🙌🏾🤙🏽 I agree with the small zonks on the Paddle Shifters and plastic backsides of the front seats.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Malcolm! That really means the world man!

[@Magiicmalc]

@@RaitisRides you’re welcome bro! Happy Holiday’s! Can’t wait to see you do the RSQ8 review!!!

[@RaitisRides]

@@Magiicmalc Thank you so much! Same to you my friend!

[@kilove1]

One of my favorite SUVS on the market right now..👏👏👏

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you are loving this one.

[@yes8032]

Mine too

[@jakes5530]

This is the best vehicle in Audi’s lineup. Beautiful, stylish, practical, fast, fun. I cant think of anything this cannot do! A Lambo Urus for less than half the price

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very right!

[@oscarsalazar8257]

This is something special , love it

[@fanman71]

Great review Joe. I agree w/ you that this might be the sweet spot of the lineup. Much more performance than the Q8 & still the top end of the Audi SUV lineup, but under $100K it gives you 90% of the performance of the RSQ8 but at tens of thousands less. Love it !

[@elijahkim818]

Wow the performance on this beast is impressive.

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very right about that!

[@aydengreen4414]

I sure did think the Q8 would be bigger than the Q7 lol , but good review !!

[@WIZ-BK-LA]

Your presentations are awesome! I watch them multiple times for various reasons. Some to just laugh, some to get the details, some to list the zonks but all to enjoy a thorough and entertaining performance. Your camera person and editing are excellent as well! I am in California so I will get mine here but my siblings and nephews in Florida were just sent a link to this review and hopefully will get one at the dealership you used. I was leaning Benz for me and Genesis for the wife but now I can keep peace in the house with this for myself and the Q7 for her! Thank you and Keep up the great work! I

[@OkFine1999]

Just ordered an 2021 Audi QS8 Prestige in Matador Metallic Red with Black with Gray stitching interior & Carbon inlay with the Black Optic option, Sports Package, Luxury Package and Bang & Olufsen® 3D Advanced Sound System as an early Christmas Present to myself! I can't wait till it in and I'm driving it! With the COVID19 pandemic we plan on driving to alot of our destination in 2021 and thought this SUV would check all the box's for a great ride! Thanks Joe for the great video mate!

[@alexdemir_]

"Speaking of head" LOL

[@RaitisRides]

LMAO! Thanks for letting me share the laughs with you!

[@duanen2337]

I spilled cream all over my keyboard, lovely car and great review

[@RaitisRides]

I hope you have a towel! LOL

[@JoseRodriguezkb]

Chipotle’s burrito 🌯😂🤣 that’s why I love these videos!! It does give me a good idea on how much space

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Jose! That really means a lot!

[@hhvxsueus9771]

Audi is the best no argument all day long

[@Hogwarts-Dropout]

looks perfect in that color

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like this one.

[@sampitts5734]

This is an awesome all around SUV. 100k is a lot though! RS5 sport back is probably a better buy imo. Either way another great video!!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Sam for letting me share it with you and thank you for sharing your thoughts.

[@KuyaArbee]

Nah Q8 has the space and comfort

[@yes8032]

Yea I’d get a rs5

[@schmoestudy]

2.9TT V6 on RS5 vs TT V8 in SQ8. Pretty good deal

[@dwade3202]

@@KuyaArbee rs6 or a6 wagon has even more space and drives bettee and is lighter, no reason to get an suv

[@DaniMrtini]

The front grill really reminds me of the new sonatas. Cat fish look is in style it seems!

[@RaitisRides]

You think so?

[@DaniMrtini]

@@RaitisRides upon sobering up after a night of drinking, no. Haha

[@mpah1unna56]

Great review on the Audi even the part about the cup holder bizarre statement. Thanks for the laughs and review Joe. You are the man!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share the cars and the laughs with you!

[@AbdullahHood]

It’s strange as the cup holder cover is standard in other markets. I have it in my Q8 and it looks much better.

[@cizzane46]

Boy Oh boy! That vantage looks good from far. 5:00

[@RaitisRides]

Good eyes!

[@iriediry1386]

How does the Audi sq8 compare to the jaguar f pace svr,Which one is better??

[@RaitisRides]

I am going Jaguar!

[@Mshredfrieza]

Awesome SUV, happy thanksgiving!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks man! Happy Thanjsgiving!

[@jondion972]

Take it to Sebring this weekend for the Turkey Trot. That would be a blast!

[@NorCalAutoEuro]

Can you do the new 2021 Ford F-150 limited. It is so beautiful

[@AbdullahHood]

My Car ❤️ Would be nice to test every car on those types of roads.

[@AbdullahHood]

@@CRBMA7 welcome welcome 😃 Hello my friend!

[@wavykidkev]

joe! please do a review on the 2021 Chrysler 300 Please🙏🏾

[@RaitisRides]

I will try to track one down for you!

[@cristhosanchez-ponce4007]

This SUV is amazing. Awesome video Mr. Raiti 😄👍🏽

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks man for letting me share it with you!

[@pokerfred68]

Speaking of head...good one Joe!

[@RaitisRides]

LOL! Headroom!

[@jasnijjar04]

Why did someone dislike before even watching the video? 😡

[@kromahj]

Cuz they don't like Audi

[@novalakes4723]

Because their lives are miserable

[@RaitisRides]

Haters are always going to hate.

[@RaitisRides]

@@kromahj That could be.

[@RaitisRides]

@@novalakes4723 I think you may be right!

[@stennex]

Why oh why did I watch this video. Now I'm back to be interested in the Audi. I blame Raiti for this. Great vid.😎

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks man!

[@p_enta5012]

Gosh, another video today? You just dropped one 3 hours ago! Amazing! Honestly, while I like the Q8, I wish it was an SUV larger than the Q7. One that could compete with the GLS, LX, and X7. But this is still one amazing vehicle.

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that I could share it with you!

[@yes8032]

Well there are rumours going on that Audi is creating a Q9 to fill that job a three row large SUV

[@p_enta5012]

@@yes8032 If they do, im buying it.

[@yes8032]

@@p_enta5012 yea me too it sounds like a good idea I’m not sure when it’s being released they said the end is f this year but I haven’t seen anything but there’s also a chance it could be called Q9 Etron

[@p_enta5012]

@@yes8032 Hm... either way ill be placing my preorder on it. I hope it becomes a thing. Maybe we would need an A9 to match? an a8 but much much much nicer to compete with maybach and alpina?

[@LeadfootLou]

It was surprising to see that a $100k vehicle has plastic and nets on the rear of the seats. Imagine the price of the Lamborghini 😳 Great review Joe!!! Happy thanksgiving 🍽🍁🦃

[@adama047]

Nice wagon! Gotta love head room... Victor, better keep a hat on the soft spot... lol. Always liked Quattros, and loving the colour on this one!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting is share it with you Adam!

[@LS1007]

Plenty of power with that V8 Turbo. $99,000, is that all? I’ll take two! Not! Thanks for sharing it Joe. You and Lori have a great Thanksgiving and stay safe! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Larry! I hope you and your family have a Happy Thanksgiving.

[@sperrin198787]

Just had a Q8 Premium as a rental in SLC. It was an absolute beast that I didn't want to return. Only thing I could complain about was the wireless CarPlay dipping in and out and the arm rest being tiny and of poor build quality & materials. Put my Velar to shame. Great review as always.

[@mastersilence3446]

Poor quality? I have Audi sq8 and there no poor quality. Everything’s feels premium to touch. Maybe the rentals have worn out cars.

[@sperrin198787]

@@mastersilence3446 Hey my friend, didn't mean the entire car was poor build quality, they're absolutely great. Was simply referencing the armrest didn't match the quality of the rest of the car. It felt like a piece of plastic and not ultra lux leather. Didn't have an SQ8 as a rental, only a Q8, which might be why. Beast of a car, hope you're enjoying yours.

[@IamJay02]

Hey Joe would it be possible for you to track down an Audi RS6 avant?

[@twocoatsofwax6687]

I’m a sports sedan guy, but yes to more performance SUVs. Hopefully soon we will see a few reasonably priced performance SUVs from non-luxury automakers.

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like this one.

[@sully3900]

Man, I freaking love Audi. 4.0L twin-turbo V8 500HP quattro...and that's the middle of the road option. I could see setting that bad boy up with a set of Blizzaks and go winter driving out here on a powder day. The RSQ8 has to be insane! Awesome review man! That was fun!! Oh yeah...where Audi also absolutely kills it is the interior. The instrument cluster digital cockpit is the best there is to offer. Wow, what a sick ride. I want one.

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you liked this one Bob! I had a feeling that you would.

[@TrevForPresident]

This really is a sweet spot with the performance, that blue and those wheels. Great feature as always making a crossover look interesting to a sedan man.

[@shunt8084]

Made the move to upgrade from a Q8 to an SQ8 and am pleased with the move. Yes, it is an expensive vehicle. I’m not here to defend spending the $$. But for anyone considering a Q8, think it over. The change in power in the engines is significant. And not just in a way of pulling red line acceleration, but just regular driving as the Q8 is a heavy vehicle. And the gas mileage penalty is not that bad, as the V6 has to rev harder to get the same performance. Lastly, I would recommend getting the option for rear wheel steering in a Q8 ( standard in SQ8), as it really helps navigating parking lots or other sharp turns.

[@TonyA4766]

Ok so “flat bottom and thicker”, “speaking of head”, and my favourite........”speaking of t*t”......I have t laughed this hard in a long time!!!! I’m still laughing!!!

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that I could share some laughs with you!

[@mpah1unna56]

Tony I’m with you😂even Joe had to laugh when it comes to head😂

[@johnnylops9603]

when you talking about the 2021 SRT and Tackhawk?

[@elvinrinoa2027]

Happy thanksgiving 🦃🍽🍁 Raiti’s Rides n the family 🇵🇷🇩🇴😎🌴🏝🏖

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks brother!

[@GunsAndGrenache]

Also, nice Adidas shoes. Have a happy Thanksgiving :)

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks brother! Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours!

[@swannyriver75]

Maybe Santa will put this in my stocking. Happy Thanksgiving Joe!!

[@RaitisRides]

Have you been good this year? Happy Thanksgiving!

[@Nate-zy5ce]

Great review! As usual. I do have a technical question I hope you might be able to answer. I am deciding between the 2021 Q8 and 2021 SQ8, either choice would be Prestige, and loaded. I'd like the better mpg of the Q8, but that bigger engine is just so darn tempting, brings a smile to my face just watching you enjoy it. Here's the thing. An option on the SQ8 not available on the Q8 is the Sports Package, which adds Active Roll Stabilization and a Sport Rear Differential, the latter I assume is a rear electronic ltd slip differential (though I don't know if it works the same as other such slip diffs, or it somehow works differently or in limited ways). Apparently with that rear differential added you can send even more power to the rear axel, apparently as much as 80%, as well as send power as needed to either the right or left rear wheel. Clearly all that together will make turns on dry, well maintained roads at higher speeds all the more solid and effective, and fun I suspect. My concern is what impact will those features, especially the sport rear differential have on slippery rain soaked roads, or more importantly for me in mountainy ski country, on snow and ice covered roads during bad snow storms (Best days to go skiing after all), and beyond that, on less well maintained, rougher secondary roads or even dirt roads to get to a destination. Will the sport package make any difference in these less than ideal situations, and if any difference, what difference, how does it do that, and will it be a net positive or net negative? I don't mind spending the extra money if it just makes the car all the better in all situations, but those bad weather ones are most important to me, bad weather and bad road winter especially. Also, without adding the Sport Package to the SQ8, will the quattro all wheel drive be the same for both the Q8 and SQ8? If not, how different? Lastly, is the Q8 60/40 rear biased all wheel drive a fixed bias, or does it vary, sending more power front or rear as needed for slippage and such? And if variable what is the max percentage that can go to the front versus to the rear? And on this point, do the various driving modes (Dynamic, Comfort, All Road, Off Road, etc...) also change the percentages of power sent to the front and rear axel, or only other things like the suspension? I would get the air suspension and rear wheel turning in either choice. And do you know what percentages in each mode, if applicable? Is the SQ8 without the Sports Package option the same? I'd really appreciate any info you or other posters can share on the above. It's a lot of money to spend, and the above issues are important to me. Thanks. And thanks again for another great review.

[@johnhenrymcmahon6878]

You are so funny and wonderfully goofy, Joey! Thanks for these awesome reviews. Oh boy-this is a sweet SUV. Audi's are my faves from these big Germans. Beautiful and strong lines, just a great style. :) JV Johnny

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you are digging the content!

[@Isles8]

I feel like the Urus and these cars are the same, to me I feel like the Urus has better performance but this is more than plenty for anyone looking to just get around. 500hp is enough to get you plenty of tickets but needless to say that is one awesome family hauler

[@RaitisRides]

They really are!

[@ahn951212]

Waiting for your the new tucson review

[@Paramsinghmusic]

"What happens if your kids play with knives" loll

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share some laughs with you!

[@Paramsinghmusic]

@@RaitisRides Man, you're incredible. I really enjoy your reviews. Keep up the great work.

[@daviddrost7963]

Felt like I was sitting on the hood! Nice car.

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like this one David!

[@brentengstrom5406]

That's a Stinger size dead pedal! Yeah!

[@brentengstrom5406]

Nice head!

[@RaitisRides]

Oh yeah!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share some laughs with you!

[@dedecreole8315]

Wish they stuck with Bose sounds system instead of what they have B&O

[@RaitisRides]

I know how you feel!

[@klasseact6663]

Actually sits on the Tourag platform😉

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for that info!

[@theelectrician4714]

What with the plastic interior. I thought this thing was suppose to be luxury. And 500 hp for 100k is a little rip off don't you think. ??

[@2004cyrus]

They all have some plastic

[@kingmitch3956]

When you said plenty of head , I knew the gutter mind was active 😂

[@alexanderkgeorge510]

I am always loving you content can you do a review of the 2020 dodge challenger R/T and dodge said rumors that they might bring back AWD for the charger/challenger R/T

[@RaitisRides]

I will try to track one down for you! There is talk about that!

[@alexanderkgeorge510]

@@RaitisRides Thank you and yes

[@RaitisRides]

@@alexanderkgeorge510 You are so welcome.

[@reddragon3518]

Great press release

[@RaitisRides]

That you for saying that!

[@tonymanzi1]

You had a similar reaction to the BMW X5 M59i. It would be interesting to hear your thoughts on how those two compare,

[@luisfabriciogarbato9656]

"Let's talk about what's going on here.." make tons of tshirts with that quote, put the Joe quality logo, sell them and be rich Joe! Save me a XL pls.

[@Cgee3]

That color is rather boring. Sweet family ride though.

[@RaitisRides]

I can understand where you are coming from.

[@tgar1640]

When you said speaking of head I thought you was about to say so wild shit lol

[@karlsandin4515]

Have you ever been pulled over testing one of the cars yet ?

[@RaitisRides]

Don't jinx me! Knock on wood.

[@hearingaidguy6980]

I could go for some Head and Moist Turkey covered in Gravy then a nap 😴

[@RaitisRides]

LMAO! You are freaking hilarious!

[@yes8032]

Man I missed this but I can tell you this car is amazing probably my dream Audi very awesome

[@4150QE]

Audi US still delete auto hold feature ,why ?

[@RaitisRides]

That is a great question!

[@Prince-io2fj]

Joe , please bring a 2021 r8 also 😊😊

[@RaitisRides]

You got it!

[@AndreaMouton]

I,ll never heard her engine sound but in your video it seems too loud for a luxury car,What do you think of SQ8 in a long e confortable cruise on motorway?

[@RaitisRides]

I think it is very comfortable!

[@dalmavs34]

Raiti, what's your opinion? I'm looking between the sq8 and the x6 m50i. which one would you prefer? I'm stuck between both, but I'm leaning towards more for the x6 m50i.

[@steltoronto7553]

Try to get your hands on a RsQ8 if you can Joe ! 🤣👍

[@RaitisRides]

I am working on it brother.

[@steltoronto7553]

@@RaitisRides 😀👍

[@mariowhyte2816]

This is one heck of a beast you have here Joe!!! I love it!!! #RaitisRides #OnThrottle #ToTheDoorPanel #TwinkiesForDays #CrownVic #OnThrottleAllDay #LoriGotAngles #CameraQueen #Zonkmeister #OnThrottleAllOverThePlace #IfYoureReadyImReady #Audi #SQ8

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks my friend for letting me share it with you!

[@rollingesquire3357]

Raiti, you and your lids!!!! LOL I knew you were gonna say it b4 you said it...I'm gonna Zonk that..

[@RaitisRides]

You know me well! LOL

[@P_Esco]

Head, head, head, ahead 😂 i see you Joe! 😂

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share some laughs with you!

[@autonewstv86]

ince doctors will be able to afford this car they should not have a problem with the sharp door edge since they can tend to their injured arm themselves.

[@htkhung222]

Nice review, but I would go for a Gle 53.

[@mrhawk1924]

Over 100 thousand. No we don't wanna break the bank. Your viewers and 1 like you couldn't afford this car. Check out Peripheral show. The Vehicles are black out with beautiful chrome out

[@GunsAndGrenache]

l noticed lots of surfaces for glare and fingerprints. Is it just me?

[@RaitisRides]

No you are correct!

[@omarcortes5754]

After I saw the rs6 avant, any other audi has my attention.

[@RaitisRides]

I know how you feel!

[@ms8742]

The one thing I don't like about current Audis is the touch screen to do anything. Too distracting to use the AC/Heat, sound system, etc....car companies are going overboard on deleting actual buttons and switches for touch screen or haptic. I have 2017 Range Rover Sport SVR. Drove the current version. Way too distracting and too much time to do simple tasks. They got rid of all the buttons and switches like Audi. Sometimes just because you can add technology does not mean it actually makes sense.

[@hitwondatalkditingdem]

This q8 is dope love it

[@RaitisRides]

I had a feeling you would like it!

[@TheCarKrazeOfficial]

Such a good looking suv!

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like this one.

[@antoniocail5608]

I like what I am seeing in this SQ8 SUV Joe

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me bring it to you!

[@MrNerf1996]

Beautiful car! Out of curiosity, have you ever been pulled over while filming? 😂😂

[@maqclark]

I've often wondered this about car reviewers too, especially with the way they push those test vehicles.

[@RoddNTune619]

This guy entertains 😂😂😂 great stuff

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you for letting me share some laughs with you!

[@gabrielmejia2810]

Do a review of the Lamborghini Urus next!!!

[@amill1563]

Maybe I'm an ol' f**t but these suv's look like pumped up station wagons from years ago. This one looks pretty nice though.

[@vegetarianbacon718]

fart?

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you!

[@RaitisRides]

Possibly

[@SpaceZeee]

Hopefully he gets to drive the RSQ8!!

[@RaitisRides]

I agree with you! Fingers crossed!

[@serkanister3620]

Nice color

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like this one.

[@mattluca9375]

Better deal then the rsq8 fav new SUV

[@RaitisRides]

AGREED!

[@mattnorman5241]

The baby urus i love this suv

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share it with you!