| Pros | Cons | What's New |
|---|---|---|
Class-leading highway range | No longer wheelbase option | Default Nougat Brown interior and Audi side assist feature |
Handsome design and sublime ride quality | Below-average cargo capacity | Addition of several new exterior paints |
The luxurious cabin filled with creature comforts |
$112,500
price520 hp @ 6000 rpm
horsepower481 lb.-ft. @ 5500 rpm
torque8-Speed Shiftable Automatic
transmission4.0L 8cyl AWD 8A
engine-
basic warrantyCompeting in the fullsize sedan segment, the 2014 Audi S8 sedan is a direct competitor to the BMW ALPINA B7, the Jaguar XJ XJR Sedan, and the most expensive rival here, the Mercedes-Benz AMG S63. With standalone trim, the S8 carries an MSRP of $112,500. It is offered with a 4.0L Twin-Turbo V8 engine and an 8-speed automatic transmission, producing 520 horsepower and 481 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the S8 manages 0-60 in 3.9 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 19 MPG.
Our recommendations are the Cold Weather Package and Driver Assistance Package for heated rear seats, a heated steering wheel, adaptive cruise control, and more. Meanwhile, we think the Audi S8 really shines with the Ice Silver Metallic paint.
Car Name | 0-60 MPH | Quarter Mile | Top Speed | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2014 Audi S8 Ranked #1 | 3.9 sec | 12.5 sec | 155 mph | |||
2014 Mercedes-Benz AMG S 63 Ranked #2 | 4.22 sec | 12.1 sec | 118 mph | |||
2014 Maserati Quattroporte Ranked #3 | 4.6 sec | 13.3 sec | 176 mph | |||
2014 BMW ALPINA B7 Ranked #4 | 5.2 sec | - | 194 mph | |||
2014 Jaguar XJ Ranked #5 | 5.7 sec | 13.7 sec | 121 mph |
Car Name | MPG City | MPG Highway | MPG Combined | Fuel Tank Capacity | Range (C/H) | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2014 Audi S8 Ranked #2 | 15 mpg | 26 mpg | 19 mpg | 23.8 gal. | 357/618.8 mi. | |||
2014 Jaguar XJ Ranked #1 | 18 mpg | 27 mpg | 21 mpg | 21.7 gal. | 390.6/585.9 mi. | |||
2014 BMW ALPINA B7 Ranked #2 | 16 mpg | 25 mpg | 19 mpg | 21.1 gal. | 337.6/527.5 mi. | |||
2014 Maserati Quattroporte Ranked #3 | 15 mpg | 24 mpg | 18 mpg | 21.1 gal. | 316.5/506.4 mi. | |||
2014 Mercedes-Benz AMG S 63 Ranked #3 | 15 mpg | 23 mpg | 18 mpg | 21.1 gal. | 316.5/485.3 mi. |
Car Name | Length | Width | Height | Ground Clearance | Wheelbase | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2014 Audi S8 Ranked #3 | 202.2 in. | 76.7 in. | 57.5 in. | 4.7 in. | 117.8 in. | |||
2014 Maserati Quattroporte Ranked #1 | 207.2 in. | 76.7 in. | 58.3 in. | 5 in. | 124.8 in. | |||
2014 Mercedes-Benz AMG S 63 Ranked #2 | 206.5 in. | 74.8 in. | 58.7 in. | 5 in. | 124.6 in. | |||
2014 Jaguar XJ Ranked #4 | 201.9 in. | 74.6 in. | 57.3 in. | 4 in. | 119.4 in. | |||
2014 BMW ALPINA B7 Ranked #5 | 200.5 in. | 74.9 in. | 58.4 in. | 6 in. | 120.9 in. |
Car Name | Trunk Capacity | Passenger Volume | Max Trunk Volume | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2014 Audi S8 Ranked #5 | 13.2 cu.ft. | 115.1 cu.ft. | 13.2 cu.ft. | |||
2014 Jaguar XJ Ranked #1 | 15.2 cu.ft. | 106 cu.ft. | 80.1 cu.ft. | |||
2014 BMW ALPINA B7 Ranked #2 | 14 cu.ft. | 97.5 cu.ft. | 14 cu.ft. | |||
2014 Maserati Quattroporte Ranked #3 | 18.7 cu.ft. | - | 18.7 cu.ft. | |||
2014 Mercedes-Benz AMG S 63 Ranked #4 | 16.3 cu.ft. | - | 16.3 cu.ft. |
Car Name | Cargo Volume | Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area | Max Cargo Volume | Bed Length | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2014 Audi S8 Ranked #1 | 13.2 cu.ft. | 13.2 cu.ft. | 13.2 cu.ft. | 76 ft. | |||
2014 Jaguar XJ Ranked #2 | 80.1 cu.ft. | 15.2 cu.ft. | 80.1 cu.ft. | 98 ft. | |||
2014 Mercedes-Benz AMG S 63 Ranked #3 | 16.3 cu.ft. | 16.3 cu.ft. | 16.3 cu.ft. | - | |||
2014 Maserati Quattroporte Ranked #4 | 18.7 cu.ft. | 18.7 cu.ft. | 18.7 cu.ft. | - | |||
2014 BMW ALPINA B7 Ranked #5 | 52.4 cu.ft. | 14 cu.ft. | 14 cu.ft. | - |
Car Name | Payload Capacity | Weight | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2014 Audi S8 Ranked #1 | 1213 lbs. | 4685 lbs. | |||
2014 BMW ALPINA B7 Ranked #1 | 905 lbs. | 4655 lbs. | |||
2014 Jaguar XJ Ranked #1 | - | 3854 lbs. | |||
2014 Maserati Quattroporte Ranked #1 | - | 4101 lbs. | |||
2014 Mercedes-Benz AMG S 63 Ranked #1 | - | 4806 lbs. |
