Overview
The 2017 Audi A8 L is a fullsize sedan offered in 2 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $82,500. For that price, it mainly competes with the BMW 7 Series, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, and the Genesis G90. Between 2 trims, the A8 L offers 2 powertrains. The base engine is a 3.0L Supercharged V6 engine capable of making 333 horsepower and 325 lb-ft of torque. If more power is required, there is also a 450 horsepower-making 4.0L twin-turbocharged V8 engine. Both engines are mated to a 8-speed Automatic transmission. The A8 L reaches 60 MPH from zero in 5.3 seconds on its base engine, which gets pumped up to 4.2 seconds with the 4.0L Twin-Turbocharged V8 engine. Depending on the powertrain, the A8 L can manage a combined fuel economy between 20 and 22 MPG. While we’re on the topic of choices, the 10 striking colors the A8 L comes in really pull you towards itself.
