Audi

Audi A8

Price $103,200 – $148,000
Fuel consumption 8.3 – 15.9 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 79%(view ratings)
More than just a full-size luxury sedan, Audi’s flagship is a status symbol. For 2023, customers have a choice of two engines, starting with a turbocharged 3.0-litre V6 featuring mild hybrid technology and packing 335 horsepower. The alternative can be found in the sporty S8, namely a twin-turbocharged 4.0-litre V8 that delivers 563 horsepower. The plug-in hybrid variant and A8 60 L model are both discontinued. Body colour and wheel selection is revised, too.

Detailed ratings

The Car Guide rating 79%
Fuel economy 7/10
Reliability 5/10
Safety 9/10
Infotainment 8/10
Driving 8/10
Overall 8/10

What's new in 2023

Plug-in hybrid engine and A8 60 trim no longer available. Four new body colors and new wheels.

Pros

  • Excellent behavior on the road
  • Impeccable quality of assembly and finish
  • Powerful engine (S8)
  • Spacious and comfortable interior

Cons

  • Plug-in hybrid variant discontinued
  • High price range
  • Pricy options
  • S8 extended wheelbase only

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