If you’re in the market for a luxurious SUV that’s not only stylish, but also suitable for carrying precious four-legged cargo, you’ve no doubt considered a Land Rover Discovery, a Range Rover or even a BMW X5. They’re all great options, but the latest and greatest in Audi’s Q-line is a serious contender for one of the best dog friendly cars. Read on to find out why.
Launched in 2006, the Q-line has been immensely popular among those looking for a mix of luxury, style and utility. Audi’s answer to the BMW X6 and Mercedes GLE, is a great all-round utility vehicle. The Q8 is also brimming with luxurious and useful features.
Why is the Audi Q8 one of the best dog friendly cars?
It’s not clear if Audi specifically had dog friendly cars in mind when designing the Q8. But it’s certainly possible that they did as they’ve included many dog friendly features that’ll get your dog’s tail wagging. The first is the option to lower the boot height by 6.5cm when the car is parked using the car’s air suspension. This provides easy access for your dog, especially useful as they grow older.
Additionally, the Q8 comes with a generous 605-litre boot space, slightly less than the Q7, but that can be forgiven in favour of the car’s gorgeous sloping roofline. For most dogs this is perfectly sufficient, nevertheless if you need that extra space, a Travall Guard for Audi Q8 is a great solution. For roughly half the cost of dealership options, this precision made dog guard also works as a luggage barrier and allows you to stack items higher against the rear seats without compromising on security.
Lastly, as is the case with most modern Audis, the refinement is second to none. Even with those 21-inch alloys as standard, the road noise in the cabin is minimal. This makes it a great place for your canine passengers to relax as you focus on the road.
Accessories to make one of the top dog friendly cars even better
If you’re going to be driving with a dog, our guess is that you’ll want to protect that stunning interior whilst maintaining its minimalist aesthetic. Travall has got you covered with a range of accessories specifically designed to make the Audi Q8 more dog friendly.
Dog guard for Audi Q8
The Travall Guard keeps your pet securely positioned in the boot and prevents any dog-induced damage to the rest of the vehicle. Unlike universal guards, it offers a rattle-free fit with no drilling or vehicle modifications. Crafted from premium steel and finished in a subtle grey, bite-resistant powder coating, it can be installed in 20 minutes.
See for yourself just how easily the Travall Guard for the Audi Q8 can be installed in the video installation guide below.
Rubber car mats for Audi Q8
Another great accessory for the Audi Q8 are the Travall Mats. They are uniquely contoured to fit the Q8’s footwells and feature a raised outer lip to contain water, mud, snow and whatever else your boots pick up on your dog walks. Complementing the cabin’s premium feel, the anti-slip tyre tread design is manufactured from a durable and flexible rubber compound. Find out more here.
Rear upper bumper protector for Audi Q8
Protecting your Q8’s paintwork is easy with the installation of the Travall Protector. It’s designed specifically for the Audi Q8’s rear upper bumper, which ensures that the finished appearance looks like it was factory fitted even though it is simply achieved at home in 5 easy steps.
Whether the Audi Q8 is the best dog friendly car for you also depends on your other lifestyle needs. Maybe the Audi A1, A3 or Q5 would be a better fit. Whatever Audi you plan on driving with your dog on board – Travall car accessories for Audi will have you covered.
