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    Latest Model

    2019 Model Redesign Year
    Audi's flagship features a smooth, powerful turbo V6 and a slick eight-speed automatic. Together, they returned 21 mpg overall in our tests, which is impressive for a large all-wheel-drive sedan. A high-performance S8 comes with a turbo V8 engine. The infotainment system looks complex at first, but we found it to be logical to use. The lack of physical controls is not ideal, but we like how the touchscreen vibrates to confirm each selection for any audio or climate task. The A8's ride is very comfortable, and handling is responsive but not agile.
    The cabin is quiet and impeccably furnished. The front seats are comfortable and supportive, and they have a multitude of available adjustments, while the rear seat has limolike room. BSW and RCTW are optional, a serious oversight for a car in this price range.
    Notable Changes
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    2025 Audi A8

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    Base MSRP Range
    $92,000 - $125,300
    Destination Charge: $1295
    Base MSRP Range
    $92,000 - $125,300
    Destination Charge: $1295

    2025 Audi A8

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    2025 Audi A8
    Base MSRP
    $92,000 - $125,300
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    Predicted Owner Satisfaction
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    2019-Present

    2019 Model Redesign Year
    Audi's redesigned top-level sedan features a smooth, powerful turbocharged V6 engine that returned 21 mpg overall in our tests, which is impressive for a large AWD sedan. Audi's new infotainment system looks complex at first, but over time we found it both logical and intuitive to use. We like how the touch screen vibrates to confirm each selection for any audio or climate task. The A8's ride is supremely comfortable, and handling is responsive. The cabin is quiet and impeccably furnished. The front seats are comfortable, supportive, and have a multitude of available adjustments, while the rear seat has limo-like room.
    Forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking are standard. For 2020 lane departure warning and lane keeping assistance are standard on all trim lines. A plug-in hybrid version that can go 17 miles on electric power was available for 2020 and 2022. The S8 is a high-performance version . 
    2024 Audi A8
    Retail Price
    $62,500
    EPA MPG
    22 mpg
    Reliability Verdict
    NA 
    Owner Satisfaction
    NA 
    2023 Audi A8
    Retail Price
    $52,075
    EPA MPG
    22 mpg
    Reliability Verdict
    NA 
    Owner Satisfaction
    NA 
    2022 Audi A8
    Retail Price
    $46,800
    EPA MPG
    22 mpg
    Reliability Verdict
    NA 
    Owner Satisfaction
    NA 
    2021 Audi A8
    Retail Price
    $34,825 - $41,900
    EPA MPG
    22 mpg
    Reliability Verdict
    NA 
    Owner Satisfaction
    NA 
    2020 Audi A8
    Retail Price
    $29,300 - $33,000
    EPA MPG
    22 mpg
    Reliability Verdict
    NA 
    Owner Satisfaction
    NA 
    2019 Audi A8
    Retail Price
    $24,175
    EPA MPG
    22 mpg
    Reliability Verdict
    NA 
    Owner Satisfaction
    NA 

    2011-2018

    2011 Model Redesign Year
    For 2011, Audi brought a significantly improved car. Handling became crisp and grip from the AWD system helped make it one of the sportiest luxury sedans available. Expect a ride that's firm, yet supple. The strong engines deliver smooth and effortless acceleration while attaining commendable fuel economy. Interior ambiance, quality of materials and craftsmanship are top-notch, with exceptionally comfortable and supportive front seats. However, some controls are overly complicated and the trunk is small for a car this size.
    Note: The Environmental Protection Agency says Volkswagen installed "defeat devices" in 3.0-liter V6 diesel engines offered through Audi, Porsche, and VW brands in order to cheat on emissions tests. (VW denies this.) Consequently,Consumer Reportsis suspending our recommendation of affected models with this diesel powertrain because there's a chance that the fuel economy, performance, and driving characteristics could change from any action to bring these models in line with emissions standards. For the latest information, see our guide to the Volkswagen emissions recall.
    2018 Audi A8
    Retail Price
    $20,000 - $22,925
    EPA MPG
    NA
    Reliability Verdict
    NA 
    Owner Satisfaction
    NA 
    2017 Audi A8
    Retail Price
    $16,925 - $19,125
    EPA MPG
    NA
    Reliability Verdict
    NA 
    Owner Satisfaction
    NA 
    2016 Audi A8
    Retail Price
    $14,850 - $20,850
    EPA MPG
    NA
    Reliability Verdict
    NA 
    Owner Satisfaction
    NA 
    2015 Audi A8
    Retail Price
    $11,450 - $18,050
    EPA MPG
    NA
    Reliability Verdict
    NA 
    Owner Satisfaction
    NA 
    2014 Audi A8
    Retail Price
    $9,600 - $14,750
    EPA MPG
    NA
    Reliability Verdict
    NA 
    Owner Satisfaction
    NA 
    2013 Audi A8
    Retail Price
    $8,550 - $12,450
    EPA MPG
    NA
    Reliability Verdict
    NA 
    Owner Satisfaction
    NA 
    2012 Audi A8
    Retail Price
    $7,375 - $10,100
    EPA MPG
    20 mpg
    Reliability Verdict
    NA 
    Owner Satisfaction
    NA 
    2011 Audi A8
    Retail Price
    $6,875 - $7,725
    EPA MPG
    20 mpg
    Reliability Verdict
    NA 
    Owner Satisfaction
    NA 

    2004-2010

    2004 Model Redesign Year
    Audi's aluminum flagship has always been comfortable, capable, and replete with the latest safety gear. It's also quick and extremely quiet, with a roomy and impressively finished cabin. Handling is fairly nimble. The Multi Media Interface (MMI) multifunction control system is more intuitive than most of its ilk, but still complicated and distracting. Despite its lightweight aluminum unibody, our tested A8 returned an unimpressive 17 mpg overall. The 2004 redesign brought a six-speed automatic transmission and a 4.2-liter V8 engine.
    The A8 has also hosted V12 and V10 engines.
    2010 Audi A8
    Retail Price
    $5,975 - $6,925
    EPA MPG
    20 mpg
    Reliability Verdict
    NA 
    Owner Satisfaction
    NA 
    2009 Audi A8
    Retail Price
    $5,300 - $8,100
    EPA MPG
    20 mpg
    Reliability Verdict
    NA 
    Owner Satisfaction
    NA 
    2008 Audi A8
    Retail Price
    $4,625 - $7,550
    EPA MPG
    20 mpg
    Reliability Verdict
    NA 
    Owner Satisfaction
    NA 
    2007 Audi A8
    Retail Price
    $3,925 - $7,200
    EPA MPG
    20 mpg
    Reliability Verdict
    NA 
    Owner Satisfaction
    NA 
    2006 Audi A8
    Retail Price
    $4,150 - $6,350
    EPA MPG
    20 mpg
    Reliability Verdict
    NA 
    Owner Satisfaction
    NA 
    2005 Audi A8
    Retail Price
    $3,925 - $6,025
    EPA MPG
    20 mpg
    Reliability Verdict
    NA 
    Owner Satisfaction
    NA 
    2004 Audi A8
    Retail Price
    $3,800 - $4,475
    EPA MPG
    20 mpg
    Reliability Verdict
    NA 
    Owner Satisfaction
    NA 

    1997-2003

    Audi's flagship sedan competes among the world's largest and most luxurious sedans, and is the only car in its class to offer standard all-wheel drive. Notable features include an aluminum body and a burly 4.2-liter V8. A five-speed automatic transmission and stability control are standard. The A8 has a total of eight air bags--one in each of the doors, as well as side-curtain head-protection bags. But so-so ride comfort and control placement show this model's age. The longer-wheelbase A8L features a roomier rear seat.
    A higher-performance 360-hp S8 model is the latest edition. A GPS navigation system comes standard.
    2003 Audi A8
    Retail Price
    $3,675 - $3,950
    EPA MPG
    NA
    Reliability Verdict
    NA 
    Owner Satisfaction
    NA 
    2002 Audi A8
    Retail Price
    $3,500 - $3,625
    EPA MPG
    NA
    Reliability Verdict
    NA 
    Owner Satisfaction
    NA 
    2001 Audi A8
    Retail Price
    $3,425 - $3,500
    EPA MPG
    NA
    Reliability Verdict
    NA 
    Owner Satisfaction
    NA 
    2000 Audi A8
    Retail Price
    $3,375 - $3,425
    EPA MPG
    NA
    Reliability Verdict
    NA 
    Owner Satisfaction
    NA 
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