Sublime interior; punchy V6; composed handling; all-wheel drive as standard
Relatively small trunk; fewer tech features than its top rivals; 20-in wheel/tire combination brings more road noise and a firmer ride
There are no diesel versions. And every 2016 A8 comes as the longer-wheelbase model, regardless of trim level. Dual-pane acoustic glass is now standard, the cabin receives more leather (on the door armrests, center console and airbag cover), and the infotainment system has upgraded 4G Wi-Fi capability. The 4.0T model gets a Sport Style package, which entails a slightly different design of bumpers and side sills compared with other versions. There are also new designs for 20-inch and 21-in alloy wheel choices. See the 2016 Audi A8 models for sale near you
It's possible that there will be a W12 version when the new generation of the Audi comes out later in the year, but this could be the last opportunity to buy an A8 with this remarkable engine. Find an Audi A8 for sale
The 2016 Audi A8 is offered solely as a long-wheelbase L model.
The 3.0T ($82,450) comes with 19-in alloy wheels, LED headlights and taillights, an adaptive air suspension, keyless entry/ignition, quad-zone automatic climate control, a sunroof, dual-pane acoustic glass, heated/power-folding side mirrors, auto-dimming mirrors, front and rear parking sensors, power door closers, Audi drive select (for adjustable steering, suspension and throttle settings), leather upholstery, 14-way power adjustable and heated front seats, front-seat memory settings, a power tilt-telescopic steering wheel and power sunshades for the rear window and rear side windows. Audi's MMI infotainment system includes a retractable 8-in thin-film-transistor display, Bluetooth, a touchpad with handwriting recognition, navigation with Google Earth street views, 4G LTE Wi-Fi, voice control and a Bose 630-watt/14-speaker surround-sound audio system with a CD/DVD player, iPod integration, twin SD-card slots and satellite radio.
The 4.0T ($91,450) adds 20-in wheels, the aforementioned Sport Style package, a panoramic sunroof, upgraded leather upholstery with diamond-pattern stitching, faux suede headliner, 22-way ventilated/massaging front seats (with power lumbar adjustment), a rearview camera, top-view and corner-view cameras, a blind spot monitoring system and a head-up display.
The W12 ($138,450) brings more chrome and stainless-steel accents, variable-ratio steering, a heated steering wheel, power adjustable heated/ventilated/massaging rear seats, a fixed rear center console (this model comes as a 4-seater; seating for three in the back is a no-cost option) and a dual-screen rear-seat entertainment system.
Many features that are standard in the higher trims are available as options elsewhere. Other extras include an infrared-based night vision system with pedestrian and large animal detection, adaptive cruise control, sport seats and a 1,400-watt/19-speaker Bang & Olufsen audio system. An electronic rear differential for improved handling is available in the 4.0T and W12. The W12 is also eligible for the Executive Rear Seat Comfort package that has a power footrest for the right rear seat, a chiller compartment in the center console and a 115-volt outlet. Unfortunately, this setup means the front passenger seat loses its massage feature and some power adjustability.
This model has 14.2 cu ft. of trunk space, which isn't as good as some midsize sedans. At least there's a hands-free power trunk lid.
| Sedan | Original MSRP / Price | Engine | Horsepower | City MPG / Hwy MPG | Transmission | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A8 4dr Sdn 3.0T *Ltd Avail* | N/A | 6 Cylinder Supercharged | 333 | 19 / 29 | 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic | AWD4WD |
| A8 L 4dr Sdn 3.0L TDI | $85,200 / N/A | 6 Cylinder Turbo | 240 | 24 / 36 | 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic | AWD4WD |
| A8 L 4dr Sdn 3.0T | $81,500 / N/A | 6 Cylinder Supercharged | 333 | 19 / 29 | 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic | AWD4WD |
| A8 L 4dr Sdn 4.0T Sport | $90,500 / N/A | 8 Cylinder Turbo | 450 | 18 / 29 | 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic | AWD4WD |
| A8 L 4dr Sdn 6.3L | $137,900 / N/A | 12 Cylinder | 500 | 14 / 22 | 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic | AWD4WD |
Standard safety equipment includes stability/traction control, 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes, active front head restraints and 10 airbags (front, front-side, front-knee, rear-side and full-length side-curtain), as well as a range of advanced safety technologies, such as a lane-departure warning system with active lane-keeping assist and a collision-mitigation feature that closes the sunroof and windows and pre-tightens seat belts in the event of hard braking.
The A8 has not been crash-tested in the United States.
| Basic | 4 Years/50,000 Miles |
| Drivetrain | 4 Years/50,000 Miles |
| Corrosion | 12 Years/Unlimited Miles |
| Roadside Assistance | 4 Years/Unlimited Miles |
| Maintenance | 1 Years/5,000 Miles |
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2016 Jaguar XJ -- For the luxury-car buyer who likes being behind the wheel, this is worth a look. A new generation of the Jaguar is in the pipeline, though.
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2016 Mercedes-Benz S-Class -- A new generation of the S-Class debuted just a couple of years ago, and it's a technology masterpiece.
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