AUDI SQ8 BLACK EDITION TFSI QUAT A (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 470 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
95%
Total Tests (2024)
470
Avg Mileage
26,442 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,037
Is the 2021 AUDI SQ8 BLACK EDITION TFSI QUAT A reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 13 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the AUDI brand average of 90%.
At 3 years old, 95% of AUDI SQ8 BLACK EDITION TFSI QUAT As from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 470 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 26,442 miles.
How does the 2021 AUDI SQ8 BLACK EDITION TFSI QUAT A compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 AUDI SQ8 BLACK EDITION TFSI QUAT A has 26,442 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2021 AUDI SQ8 BLACK EDITION TFSI QUAT 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 SQ8 BLACK EDITION TFSI QUAT A
The 2021 AUDI SQ8 BLACK EDITION TFSI QUAT A is a premium performance with a 3996cc petrol engine. 470 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 26,442 miles at 3 years old, AUDI SQ8 BLACK EDITION TFSI QUAT A owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2021 AUDI SQ8 BLACK EDITION TFSI QUAT 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 SQ8 BLACK EDITION TFSI QUAT 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 95% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 2021 AUDI SQ8 BLACK EDITION TFSI QUAT 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.
Alternatives to the 2021 AUDI SQ8 BLACK EDITION TFSI QUAT A
If reliability is your priority, there's one similar car with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
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