Audi Q8 Vehicle Class & EPA Size Category
The EPA classifies the 2027 Audi Q8 as a Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD, a rating based on body style and interior volume.
Latest model year (2027):
The Audi Q8 is classified by the EPA as a Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD.
Audi Q8 Vehicle Class — All Years
| Year | Trim | Vehicle Class | Drive | Fuel Type | MPG Comb. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 19 |
| 2026 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 19 |
| 2025 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 19 |
| 2024 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 19 |
| 2023 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 20 |
| 2022 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 20 |
| 2021 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 20 |
| 2020 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 18 |
| 2019 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 19 |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
Audi Q8 Vehicle Class FAQ
What class of vehicle is the Audi Q8?
The EPA classifies the Audi Q8 as a Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD. This classification is based on interior volume and body style and affects how its fuel economy is compared with other vehicles.
Is the Audi Q8 considered a small or large vehicle?
Based on its EPA class (Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD), the Audi Q8 is grouped with vehicles of similar size and interior volume. The class can change between model years when the body is redesigned.