Mansory Pushes Audi RSQ8 Power and Aerodynamics

Tuning Firm Launches 2nd Audi Project

Mansory is far from renowned for having worked on Audis, though they have a prominent history of tweaking cars made by Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Ferrari, and Bentley. That all changed with their magnificent 2020 RS6 Avant project, which marked Mansory’s very first venture into upgrading the Audi brand. Now, not long after, Mansory has given us an even more remarkable accomplishment.

Mansory has used social media to highlight the RSQ8 with capabilities and cosmetic advances that can be obtained from the luxury-focused customization outfit. This isn’t its initial virtual unveiling, however Mansory now presents it with a distinctive coating while exhibiting further particulars concerning enhancements from the default model.

Beginning with the outside, the greatly redone front fascia is unmistakeable and anything but understated. The more fierce bumper has bigger air intakes at the sides and a lower diffuser in exposed carbon fiber finish. Furthermore, the hood is more figural and likewise flaunts the same observable carbon wrapping. The rest of the carbody is done in green with yellow highlights seen on the bumpers, wheels, and brake calipers. It should also be noted that all of the carbon components are created in the firm’s own autoclaves.

Mansory has created a substantial hardware overhaul for the engine beneath the hood: the 4.0-liter V8. This includes a reworked exhaust system, designed and constructed internally plus insignificant changes, while also taking into account a rejigged ECU module. The result of these particulars is rather remarkable- 780 bhp (574 kW) and 737 lb-ft (1,000 Nm) of torque that deliver 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) in just 3.3 seconds with an utmost velocity of 199 mph (320 kph).

Assisting the performance SUV with increased traction is a quintet of 24-inch tires, uniformly distributed to lessen unsprung masses and enhance maneuverability. Towering 295/30 R24 and 355/25 R24 tires decently fit the front and back wheel arches.

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