Audi S8

Germany · 2001–2003, 2007–2009, 2013–2027

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Audi S8

The Audi S8 is a full-size luxury car produced by the German automaker Audi AG, manufactured by Audi Sport GmbH at the Neckarsulm plant, and part of Audi's S model range. The S8 is the high-performance version of the Audi A8, fitted standard with Audi's quattro all-wheel drive system, and was only offered with a short-wheelbase for the first three generations, being joined by a long-wheelbase variant option for the fourth generation.

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Specs — 2026
ClassLarge Cars
Engine4.0L · 8-cyl
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
DriveAll-Wheel Drive
FuelPremium Gasoline
MPG15 city · 24 hwy
Annual Fuel Cost$4,500
5-Yr vs Avg New VehicleSpend $11,000
Tailpipe CO₂502 g/mi
EPA Fuel Economy Score3/10
EPA GHG Score3/10

FuelEconomy.gov estimates cover one available configuration; other trims may differ. Costs assume 15,000 miles/year, 55% city driving and source fuel prices. Five-year savings compare with an average new vehicle (gasoline operation for dual-fuel vehicles). CO₂ is tailpipe only. EPA scores run from 1–10; higher is better.

Class
sports car

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No owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2027 model year.

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