US Audi e-tron GE Matrix Headlights — Unlock Full Activation (NAR)

Matrix activation on the e-tron GE and Q8 e-tron unlocks the full adaptive lighting suite:

• Adaptive High Beam Assist — Intelligent masking keeps high beams on while protecting oncoming traffic from glare
• Dynamic Light Distribution — Real-time light pattern adjustment based on driving conditions
• Highway Mode — Extended beam range for motorway driving
• Intersection Mode — Wider beam coverage at turns and roundabouts

For an electric vehicle that is virtually silent at night, having the best possible lighting technology fully active adds both safety and confidence.

Audi e-tron GE and Q8 e-tron models from 2018 to 2024 with factory Matrix LED or Digital Matrix headlights.

• Standard e-tron and e-tron Sportback supported, both 50 and 55 quattro variants included
• The 2024 model year, now badged Q8 e-tron, is supported for PR-code 8G4 vehicles only

The method depends on your exact headlight hardware and model year:

• PR-code 8G4 (Matrix LED), 2018–2023: activation runs directly through the RetroLab Pro app. €200.
• PR-code 8G4 (Matrix LED), 2024 (Q8 e-tron): via a guided remote session on a Windows PC. €300 (+€100 surcharge).
• PR-code 8G5 (Digital Matrix Headlights), 2018–2024: via a guided remote session on a Windows PC. €300.
• No PR-code 8G4 or 8G5, 2018–2023: via a guided remote session on a Windows PC. €300.
• No PR-code 8G4 or 8G5, 2024 (Q8 e-tron): not supported.

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PR-code 8G4, 2018–2023 (app activation): Windows PC + ENet cable, or iPhone 13/14 + Lightning-to-LAN adapter, or iPhone 15/16/17 + USB-C-to-LAN adapter. Price: €200 / ~$240 USD, one-time, permanent, VIN-verified.

PR-code 8G4, 2024 / PR-code 8G5 / no 8G4 or 8G5, 2018–2023 (remote session): Windows PC + ENet cable required. Price: €300 / ~$360 USD, one-time, permanent, VIN-verified.

No PR-code 8G4 or 8G5, 2024 (Q8 e-tron): Not supported.