udayp24

Why doesn’t US model have this button? European has button on screen and below park brake. Or does that button do something else?

Alphatero

Of course the US has that button - its to shut off the dreaded stop/start system. But you have to hit it everytime you start the car - it has no memory. (See correction above)

udayp24

My car does not have that button on the bottom left

Alphatero

I didnt mean the button on the bottom left (Ididnt see his circle) - I meant the button on the dashboard. I dont have the switch on the console either. I would guess they do the same thing

SYMAWD

The one below the parking brake is for auto hold. Auto hold will hold the car and keep the brake lights on at a stop without you keeping your foot on the brake.

udayp24

So it’s not an available feature in the USA?

SYMAWD

Correct, not available.

skiphoyt

Really miss this ‘auto hold’ feature but have found a work around for it. My previous Porsche Macan GTS had auto hold which was activated by and extra firm push on the brake pedal when stopped. I have adapted to the Q8 by just pulling back on the cruise handle which applies the brakes when stopped...I assume it also keeps the brake lights on but will confirm in the morning.

Glisse

According to Audi, primary benefit is when towing. Have it, don't use it. But some really wanted it:

https://www.audiworld.com/forums/aud...ation-2975689/

avidude

Just another nice feature Audi thinks we don't need. My last 4 BMW's have had it. As with my wife QX80. Will miss this on my Q8. Same on Audi