Audi Q8 e-tron
Generation 2 (Q8 e-tron) (2023–2025)
The Q8 e-tron continues Audi’s first luxury EV SUV line (sold as e-tron in Gen 1). 2019 carries disproportionate charge-port fire risk and complaint volume — later Gen 2 years are far cleaner.
- ReliabilityMixedYear-dependent
- Ownership cost$$$Luxury EV
- Insurance$$$Higher
- Repair difficultyHardHV systems
- Typical lifespanBattery-limitedCheck SOH
Generations
- Gen 1 (e-tron)2019–2022
- Gen 2 (Q8 e-tron)2023–2025Current
At a glance
- Worst years
- 2019
- Best years
- 2024, 2025
- Best powertrain
- 2024–2025 Gen 2 dual-motor
- Avoid risk
- 2019 charge-port moisture / fire risk
- Recommended tire
- Michelin CrossClimate SUV
- Battery check
- SOH + recall 93E8 required
Years to avoid
Skip 2019 for charge-port fire risk, highest NHTSA complaint volume, and launch-year electrical faults. Prefer 2024–2025 after confirming brake and HV campaigns are closed.
- DrivetrainElectric quattro
- Crash safetyTop-tier (2024+)
Engines
Which powertrains hold up — and which to walk away from.
- Mixed (year-dependent)
Dual-motor electric AWD
2019–2025
Capable luxury EV when healthy — buy 2024–2025 and verify charge-port / brake recalls plus battery SOH on earlier years.
Transmissions
- Solid
Single-speed reduction
2019–2025
No multi-gear ICE transmission — focus PPI on HV battery, charging, and air suspension.
Ownership metrics
- Top failure theme
- Charge-port / HVEspecially 2019 recall 93E8.
- Safer window
- 2024–2025Best years in the guide.
- Crash safety
- IIHS TSP+ / 5-star (2024)Strong late-run safety.
- Must check
- Battery SOH + recallsNon-negotiable on used EVs.
Factory tire sizes
| Size | Years / trims | Best all-season | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|
| 255/55R19 Confirm load/speed rating on the door placard; EV load index matters. | Common OE Many mid trims |  All-weather SUV pick for Q8 e-tron year-round EV driving. | Live prices |
| 265/45R21 | Higher packages Large-wheel options |  Long-wear touring pick for heavier EV curb weight. | Live prices |
Recommended tires
Recalls
Charge-port moisture / fire risk (93E8)
2019
Confirm charge-port harness seal campaign closed by VIN before buying.
Check recallsBrake pedal detachment
2019–2024
Confirm brake booster fastener campaigns closed on any used example.
Check recalls
Maintenance
| Interval | Service |
|---|---|
| Pre-purchase | Confirm charge-port / HV recalls closed by VIN Hard requirement on 2019. |
| Pre-purchase | Battery state-of-health report Ask for recent SOH / charge history. |
| Pre-purchase | Air suspension + DC fast-charge test |
| Per schedule | Brake fluid / cabin filter / coolant loops Follow EV service schedule. |
Should you buy one?
Buy 2024–2025. Skip 2019 unless recall 93E8 is closed and price reflects remaining risk.