Manhart Performance has just revealed the most powerful version of the Audi RS Q8. It’s called the Manhart RQ 900. The 4.0L V8 twin-turbo engine delivers a maximum power output of 600hp and 800 Nm of torque in typical condition, but the tuner has extensively altered the car to get 918hp and 1,180 Nm of torque. The performance data has not been revealed, but you can guarantee it is faster than the stock car, which accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.8 s before reaching a top speed of 305 km/h.
The ECU was substantially remapped after the installation of new hardware, which included larger turbos. The RQ 900 package comprises a Manhart intercooler, Eventuri's carbon intake, a Manhart turbo performance kit, and Manhart sport downpipes with 200-cell catalysts. The last one does not have TUV certification and is therefore only intended for export. The sport downpipes are connected to a stainless steel exhaust system with valve control capabilities. The tailpipes are accessible with ceramic or carbon coating.
Furthermore, the RQ 900 has suspension optimization, which reduces ride height by 30-40 mm after modifying the stock air suspension with software or coupling rods. Manhart can also do individual brake upgrades on request.
The RQ 900 includes typical Manhart flair, including black paintwork, a beautiful set of gold trim strips, lettering, and a carbon fiber widebody package. The widebody package includes wheel arch extensions, front spoiler, side skirts, roof spoiler attachment, rear spoiler, diffuser, front frame with add-ons, and a single-frame grille.
The car has Manhart Classic Line wheels with a side-matt finish and a gold trim strip below the wings. The dimensions of the wheels are 10.5×24 and 12.5×24 inches, with tyre sizes of 295/30 ZR24 and 355/25 ZR24.
The interior includes high-quality Manhart leather upholstery with delicate stitching, individually selected accents, and Manhart floor mats.
Manhart is yet to reveal the pricing, but its RQ 800 based on the same vehicle costs more than 300,000 euros, that is more than the 200,000 euros for a new Lamborghini Urus model. We estimate the RQ 900 to cost more than 350,000 euros.
