Audi A8
This high-end luxury car available in regular (A8) or stretched (A8L) wheelbases exists in six versions: the TDI (240-hp,407 lbs.-ft. 3.0L turbodiesel V6), the 3.0T (310-hp, 325 lbs.-ft. 3.0L supercharged V6), the 4.0T (435-hp, 442 lbs.-ft. turbocharged 4.0L V8), the A8L 6.3 W12 (500-hp, 463 lbs.-ft. 6.3L W12) and finally the sporty S8 (520-hp, 481 lbs.-ft. 4.0L V8). New for 2015: styling tweaks, higher power ratings and a new heads-up display.
Detailed ratings
| The Car Guide rating | 85% |
|---|---|
| Driving | 8/10 |
| Safety | 9/10 |
| Interior | 8/10 |
| Reliability | 8/10 |
| Winter driving | 9/10 |
| Comfort | 9/10 |
What's new in 2015
N/A
Pros
- High-performance engines (V8 turbo and S8)
- Quality assembly and finish
- Good handling
- Fun ride
- Efficient all-wheel drive
Cons
- High prices
- Costly options
- No V8 turbodiesel (4.2-litre) for North America
- Over-assisted power steering