AUDI RS Q8 CARBN BLK TFSI MHEV QT A (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 195 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
98%
Total Tests (2024)
195
Avg Mileage
27,154 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,037
Is the 2021 AUDI RS Q8 CARBN BLK TFSI MHEV QT A reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 16 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the AUDI brand average of 90%.
At 3 years old, 98% of AUDI RS Q8 CARBN BLK TFSI MHEV QT As from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 195 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 27,154 miles.
How does the 2021 AUDI RS Q8 CARBN BLK TFSI MHEV QT A compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 AUDI RS Q8 CARBN BLK TFSI MHEV QT A has 27,154 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
How much does a 2021 AUDI RS Q8 CARBN BLK TFSI MHEV QT A cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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About the 2021 AUDI RS Q8 CARBN BLK TFSI MHEV QT A
The 2021 AUDI RS Q8 CARBN BLK TFSI MHEV QT A is a premium performance with a 3996cc petrol engine. 195 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 6% of all 2021 cars for reliability.
With an average of 27,154 miles at 3 years old, AUDI RS Q8 CARBN BLK TFSI MHEV QT A owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2021 AUDI RS Q8 CARBN BLK TFSI MHEV QT A Fuel Costs
The 3996cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2021 AUDI RS Q8 CARBN BLK TFSI MHEV QT A?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,037 (£170/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 98% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 2021 AUDI RS Q8 CARBN BLK TFSI MHEV QT A
At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet.
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The AUDI RS Q8 CARBN BLK TFSI MHEV QT A is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol premium performances from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
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