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2022 Audi SQ8

US · SUV · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

The 2022 Audi SQ8 is listed in the US market as a suv with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
4.0L 8-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Transmission
8-speed automatic
Drivetrain
AWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) combined
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
4.0L 8-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Combined Economy
17 MPG US (13.8 L/100 km) · EPA
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
8-speed automatic
Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
Engine4.0L 8-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Displacement4.0 L
Cylinders8
AspirationTurbocharged
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionAutomatic
Gears8
DrivetrainAWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km)
City15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km)
Highway21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

1 configuration listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 5, 2026.

  • 25V900000: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

    Remedy: Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers…

    Reported December 19, 2025. View on NHTSA

  • 22V806000: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:VIDEO (TOUCH)SCREEN/MONITOR/UNIT

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 AUDI A8, A6 Allroad, E-TRON Quattro, 2022 S3, RSQ8, RS7, RS6 Avant, Q8, Q7, Q3, E-TRON Sportback Quattro, S5 Cabriolet, E-TRON GT, S5 Sportback, A7, A6, A5 Sportback, A5 Cabriolet, A4, A4 Allroad, A3, S8, SQ7, SQ8, S6, and S4 vehicles. The infotainment main unit may become damaged internally when the vehicle is shut off,…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the infotainment main unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91Ei.

    Reported October 26, 2022. View on NHTSA

  • 21V825000: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8 and S8, 2022 Audi A5 Sportback, A4 Sedan, E-Tron GT, Q3, Q5, RS6 Avant, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RSQ8, SQ7, SQ8, and S3 Sedan vehicles. A software error may prevent the rear-view image from initially displaying when the vehicle begins to reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the…

    Remedy: Dealers will update the infotainment unit parameters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 9, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91CR.

    Reported October 20, 2021. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 3, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 11, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 3, 2026

Data verified: November 3, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

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Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2022 Audi SQ8 have?

4.0L 8-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2022 Audi SQ8?

Combined fuel economy is 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2022 Audi SQ8 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: AWD.

Are there recalls for the 2022 Audi SQ8?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 5, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.