Where there's room on price
39
/ 100 (moderate)
Approx. 58 days of national supply — moderate negotiating leverage.
Ridekick price report
2021 Audi Q8 Price: Typical Asking Price & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Typical asking price
$33,198
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Typical asking price is in the typical market range
$24,393$43,995
- Typical market range
- $29,666–$35,984
- Typical asking price
- $33,198
- Original MSRP range
- $68,200–$91,200
Middle 50% of active listings
At typical mileage
5 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
What this means for you. It's market data, not a price for a specific car.
National supply
58
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2021 Audi Q8.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$62,744–$65,472
Estimated dealer invoice — about $68,200 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Typical asking price by trim
| Trim | Typical asking (at typical mileage) | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premium | $29,749 | $68,200 | $62,744–$65,472 |
| Premium Plus | $32,504 | $72,050 | $66,286–$69,168 |
| Prestige | $34,713 | $77,850 | $71,622–$74,736 |
| progressiv | — | $82,550 | $75,946–$79,248 |
| technik | — | $91,200 | $83,904–$87,552 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Typical asking price
Trim
$24,833$60,475$96,116
Typical askingPremium
$29,749
Premium: typical asking price $29,749, original MSRP $68,200, estimated dealer cost $62,744 to $65,472.
Premium Plus
$32,504
Premium Plus: typical asking price $32,504, original MSRP $72,050, estimated dealer cost $66,286 to $69,168.
Prestige
$34,713
Prestige: typical asking price $34,713, original MSRP $77,850, estimated dealer cost $71,622 to $74,736.
progressiv
—
progressiv: typical asking price not available, original MSRP $82,550, estimated dealer cost $75,946 to $79,248.
technik
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technik: typical asking price not available, original MSRP $91,200, estimated dealer cost $83,904 to $87,552.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and typical asking price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2021 Audi Q8 runs about $33,509 in MT to $36,425 in NJ — the typical asking price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $2,407 | $110+ | $35,715 |
| TX | $2,075 | $332 | $35,605 |
| FL | $1,992 | $1,074+ | $36,264 |
| NY | $1,328 | $371 | $34,897 |
| PA | $1,992 | $587 | $35,777 |
| IL | $2,075 | $683 | $35,956 |
| OH | $1,909 | $444 | $35,551 |
| GA | $2,324 | $637 | $36,159 |
| NC | $996 | $793 | $34,987 |
| WA | $2,158 | $215+ | $35,571 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $33,723 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Fuel economy
18
MPG city
23
MPG highway
20
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2021 Audi Q8 configuration (Premium).
Safety & recalls
7 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2021 Audi Q8.
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Volkswagen ID4, Audi A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A5 Sportback, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q3, Q5, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, S4 Sedan, S5 Cabriolet, S5 Coupe, S5 Sportback, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, SQ8, and 2021-2022 S3 Sedan vehicles. The rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Remedy: Dealers will inspect, and replace as necessary, the middle-rear seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 27, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 69CR (VW) and 69CS (Audi).
Campaign 21V606000 · 05/08/2021
TIRES
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi A5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, 2020-2021 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, Q5, S4 Sedan, S5 Coupe, S5 Cabriolet, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, 2021 Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, and SQ8 vehicles. The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-295 (42L1) were performed.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L5.
Campaign 22V034000 · 26/01/2022
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Q7, Q8, Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, RS6 Avant, RS7, RS Q8, 2020-2021 Audi S6 sedan, Q5, A8, S8, A7, A6 Allroad, A5 Cabriolet, A4 sedan, A4 Allroad, SQ5, S7, A6 sedan, S5 coupe, S4 sedan, S5 Cabriolet, A5 coupe, 2019-2021 RS5 coupe, A5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, RS5 Sportback vehicles. The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the lock nuts and, if necessary, the associated bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 4, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L1.
Campaign 21V295000 · 26/04/2021
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi Q8, and 2020-2021 Audi Q7 vehicles. A component inside the fuel pump may break, causing the fuel pump to fail.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 22, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 20DR.
Campaign 22V516000 · 21/07/2022
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8, RS7, RS6 Avant, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, Q8, Q7, Q5 Sportback, S4 Sedan, Q5, A7, A6, A6 Allroad, A5 Sportback, A5 Coupe, A5 Cabrioleet, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, SQ7, S5 Cabriolet, E-Tron Quattro, SQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ5, S8, S7, S6 Sedan, S5 Sportback, S5 Coupe, 2022 E-Tron GT, and 2021-2022 RSQ8 vehicles. Due to a software issue, a blank or black screen may be displayed instead of the rearview camera image when the vehicle is placed in reverse gear. 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 infotainment unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91DZ.
Campaign 22V742000 · 05/10/2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 SQ8, A6 SEDAN, A7, A8, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, S6 SEDAN, S7, S8, A6 Allroad, and SQ7 vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail.
Remedy: Dealers will update the instrument panel module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 24, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90VC.
Campaign 25V201000 · 31/03/2025
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 (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.
Campaign 25V900000 · 20/12/2025
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is the typical asking price for a 2021 Audi Q8?
Used 2021 Audi Q8 listings ask about $33,198 at typical mileage, with most listings between $29,666 and $35,984. That is what sellers are asking, not what buyers pay.
Is the 2021 Audi Q8 cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $68,200, so the typical asking price for a used one is roughly $35,002 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2021 Audi Q8?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $33,509 in MT to $36,425 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2021 Audi Q8?
There are about 58 days of national market supply for the 2021 Audi Q8 — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2021 Audi Q8.
Is the listed price on a 2021 Audi Q8 fair?
Usually, yes. 2021 Audi Q8 listings typically ask about $32,740, roughly 1% below the typical asking price at typical mileage, $33,198. Compare any listing against that figure, and get the dealer's out-the-door price in writing, because tax and fees are added on top of the listed price.
What does the dealer pay for a 2021 Audi Q8?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $62,744–$65,472 — its $68,200 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 10/31/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.