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Hidden features and retrofits for the Audi e-tron / Q8 (GE/4KE) 2019–2025

32 features for the Audi e-tron / Q8 (GE/4KE) 2019–2025: what it does, duration and price from. Workshop in Waddinxveen, remote across the Netherlands.

Final compatibility is confirmed at diagnosis.

Display 5

Camera and sensors stay on longer

Raises the speed at which the camera and parking sensors switch off automatically, handy when manoeuvring slowly.

Intended for manoeuvring, not for use during normal driving.

Condition: e-tron and early Q8 e-tron; Q8 e-tron MY2024+ (SFD2): check on diagnosis

Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request

Needle sweep at start-up

At start-up the speedometer and rev counter needles sweep fully out and back once, just like on sports cars.

Only visible with analogue gauges.

Condition: e-tron and early Q8 e-tron; Q8 e-tron MY2024+ (SFD2): check on diagnosis

Likely15 minPrice on request

Finer speed scale in the cockpit

The speedometer in the virtual cockpit shows intermediate marks, so you read speed more precisely.

Display only; actual speed is unchanged.

Condition: e-tron and early Q8 e-tron; Q8 e-tron MY2024+ (SFD2): check on diagnosis

Likely15 minPrice on request

Video in motion

Videos and images from a USB stick or SD card stay visible on the screen while the car is moving, so the passenger can watch.

For the passenger only. The driver must not watch video while driving.

Condition: e-tron and early Q8 e-tron; Q8 e-tron MY2024+ (SFD2): check on diagnosis

Likely15 minPrice on request

Wireless CarPlay / Android Auto

CarPlay and Android Auto without a cable: the phone connects automatically as soon as you get in.

Only with MIB3 infotainment.

Condition: MIB3 with suitable software; e-tron and early Q8 e-tron; Q8 e-tron MY2024+ (SFD2): check on diagnosis

Likely15 minPrice on request

Lighting 6

Daytime running lights – adjust in menu

The daytime running lights appear as a setting in the vehicle menu, so their behaviour can be chosen deliberately. The final setting is agreed in the workshop.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.

Condition: e-tron and early Q8 e-tron; Q8 e-tron MY2024+ (SFD2): check on diagnosis

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

Daytime running lights – off with parking brake

The daytime running lights go out when the parking brake is applied, for example while waiting on a driveway. They come back on when you drive off.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.

Condition: e-tron and early Q8 e-tron; Q8 e-tron MY2024+ (SFD2): check on diagnosis

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

Daytime running lights – with rear lights

With daytime running lights on, the rear lights also come on so the car is easier to see from behind at dusk and in rain.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.

Condition: e-tron and early Q8 e-tron; Q8 e-tron MY2024+ (SFD2): check on diagnosis

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

Poor-weather / all-weather lights

Releasing the fog-like dip or all-weather mode on matrix or LED headlamps that already have that mode in software. Without the right lamps we will not code an extra beam.

Checked at diagnosisPrice on request

Tail light animation (RS style)

The LED tail lights play a different light animation when unlocking and locking, as on the S or RS models.

Only with (HD) Matrix LED headlights and matching tail lights.

Condition: Rear lights with dynamic function; e-tron and early Q8 e-tron; Q8 e-tron MY2024+ (SFD2): check on diagnosis

Likely15 minPrice on request

Travel mode (left-hand traffic) in the MMI

You can switch the headlights in the MMI for countries that drive on the left, for example for a trip to the UK.

Condition: e-tron and early Q8 e-tron; Q8 e-tron MY2024+ (SFD2): check on diagnosis

Likely15 minPrice on request

Comfort 5

Comfort-indicator flash count

A short tap on the indicator stalk gives the number of flashes you prefer, for example five instead of three when changing lanes.

Condition: e-tron and early Q8 e-tron; Q8 e-tron MY2024+ (SFD2): check on diagnosis

Likely15 minPrice on request

Windows and sunroof via the key

Holding the button on the key opens or closes all windows (and the sunroof) at once. Nice for airing the car on hot days.

Condition: e-tron and early Q8 e-tron; Q8 e-tron MY2024+ (SFD2): check on diagnosis

Likely15 minPrice on request

Easy entry driver’s seat

When getting out the driver’s seat moves back, and when getting in it returns to your position.

Only with electric memory seat.

Condition: Electric driver seat with memory; e-tron and early Q8 e-tron; Q8 e-tron MY2024+ (SFD2): check on diagnosis

Likely15 minPrice on request

Mirrors folding on lock

The door mirrors fold in automatically when you lock the car with the key and fold out again when you unlock. Handy in narrow streets and car parks.

Only possible if the mirrors fold electrically.

Condition: Electrically folding mirrors; e-tron and early Q8 e-tron; Q8 e-tron MY2024+ (SFD2): check on diagnosis

Likely15 minPrice on request

Seat heating temperature adjustment

Adjusts how warm the seat heating levels get, for example a little warmer on the highest setting.

We stay within safe factory values.

Condition: Seat heating fitted; e-tron and early Q8 e-tron; Q8 e-tron MY2024+ (SFD2): check on diagnosis

Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request

Convenience 4

Unlock when selecting P

On a DSG automatic, the doors unlock by themselves as soon as you put the selector in P.

Works together with automatic locking.

Condition: e-tron and early Q8 e-tron; Q8 e-tron MY2024+ (SFD2): check on diagnosis

Likely15 minPrice on request

Electric parking brake service mode

Puts the electric parking brake into service mode for replacing brake pads, then back correctly afterwards.

Condition: e-tron and early Q8 e-tron; Q8 e-tron MY2024+ (SFD2): check on diagnosis

Likely15 minPrice on request

Service interval setting

After servicing we reset the service reminder correctly and set the right interval (fixed or flexible).

Condition: e-tron and early Q8 e-tron; Q8 e-tron MY2024+ (SFD2): check on diagnosis

Likely15 minPrice on request

SFD release for protected modules

Newer VAG models only allow coding after an online release per module. We arrange that session, for which the car must be online; if the release does not come through the function cannot be coded and we charge nothing for the attempt.

Checked at diagnosisPrice on request

Access 1

Lock with the engine running

You can lock the car with the key while the ignition is on, for example to keep the cabin cool for a dog.

Always carry a second key; never leave children or animals unattended.

Condition: e-tron and early Q8 e-tron; Q8 e-tron MY2024+ (SFD2): check on diagnosis

Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request

Audio 1

Second phone via Bluetooth

Two phones connected at the same time, for example a private and a work phone, without switching back and forth.

Condition: e-tron and early Q8 e-tron; Q8 e-tron MY2024+ (SFD2): check on diagnosis

Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request

Sound 2

Acoustic lock confirmation

A short tone when locking and/or unlocking confirms that the car really is locked.

Requires alarm siren or suitable horn.

Condition: e-tron and early Q8 e-tron; Q8 e-tron MY2024+ (SFD2): check on diagnosis

Likely15 minPrice on request

Welcome sound and heartbeat

The MMI plays a short welcome sound when you get in and the familiar ‘heartbeat’ sound when you get out.

Condition: e-tron and early Q8 e-tron; Q8 e-tron MY2024+ (SFD2): check on diagnosis

Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request

Climate 2

Seat ventilation and heating fine-tuning

Adjusts the intensity of seat ventilation and heating to your preference.

Condition: Seat ventilation fitted; e-tron and early Q8 e-tron; Q8 e-tron MY2024+ (SFD2): check on diagnosis

Likely15 minPrice on request

Heated steering wheel temperature

The heated steering wheel temperature is adjusted per level, for example a little warmer in winter.

Only with factory heated steering wheel.

Condition: Heated steering wheel fitted; e-tron and early Q8 e-tron; Q8 e-tron MY2024+ (SFD2): check on diagnosis

Likely15 minPrice on request

Assistance 3

Hill hold – hold longer

Hill-start assist holds the car a little longer when pulling away on a slope, which is especially pleasant with a manual gearbox.

Only within the factory settings.

Condition: e-tron and early Q8 e-tron; Q8 e-tron MY2024+ (SFD2): check on diagnosis

Likely15 minPrice on request

Parking aid: auto-on and speed limit

Set whether the front parking sensors switch on by themselves at low speed and up to which speed camera and sensors stay active.

Condition: Park Distance Control fitted; e-tron and early Q8 e-tron; Q8 e-tron MY2024+ (SFD2): check on diagnosis

Likely15 minPrice on request

Speed warning – adjust

Sets or adjusts the warning at a chosen speed, for example 120 km/h. We agree the right setting together.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.

Condition: e-tron and early Q8 e-tron; Q8 e-tron MY2024+ (SFD2): check on diagnosis

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

Safety 1

Seatbelt reminder – adjust

The seatbelt reminder can be set differently, for example for work where you often get in and out briefly. We discuss which setting suits you in the workshop.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.

Condition: e-tron and early Q8 e-tron; Q8 e-tron MY2024+ (SFD2): check on diagnosis

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

Performance 2

DCC damping in Individual

Giving the adaptive dampers their own setting in Individual instead of tying them to Comfort or Sport. Only works with factory DCC; you cannot code this onto passive dampers.

Checked at diagnosisPrice on request

Laptimer and performance measurement

A stopwatch for lap times in the instrument cluster, operated with the steering-wheel buttons. Fun for track days.

Intended for track use.

Condition: e-tron and early Q8 e-tron; Q8 e-tron MY2024+ (SFD2): check on diagnosis

Likely15 minPrice on request

Services 1

Workshop services for the same Build. Without a price: price on request.

Offer: hidden features + Seven Health Scan

from €250

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FAQ

Is this safe for my car?

We back up the original settings first. Everything can be restored.

How do I know it works on my car?

Every feature carries a label. We confirm final compatibility at the diagnosis, before we change anything.

What does it cost?

Each feature shows its price from, including VAT. Features by agreement are agreed with you in the workshop.

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