2016 Audi S8

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Rating8.6

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Fullsize Sedan
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$114,900
Starting Price 
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Nathan Dyer 

Senior Editor,

Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Supremely powerful V8 engine

Too expensive and high ownerships

New Plus trim is offered with a more powerful engine

Exhilarating driving dynamics

Offers less legroom than the rivals

Plush and well-crafted interiors

Sleek and appealing exterior

Specs & Features

$114,900

price

520 hp @ 5800 rpm

horsepower

481 lb.-ft. @ 1700 rpm

torque

TBD

transmission

4.0L 8cyl AWD 8A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2016 Audi S8 Sedan is a fullsize sedan offered in 2 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $114,900. For that price, it mainly competes with the Porsche Panamera Turbo, BMW 7 Series 750i, and the Jaguar XJ XJR. Between 2 trims, the 2016 Audi S8 Sedan offers 2 powertrains. The base engine is a 4.0L twin-turbocharged V8 engine mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission capable of making 520 horsepower and 517 lb-ft of torque. If more power is required, there is also a 605 horsepower making a 4.0L twin-turbocharged V8 engine paired with the same 8-speed automatic transmission. The Audi S8 Sedan reaches 60 mph from zero in 4.8 seconds on its base engine, which gets pumped up to 4.1 seconds with the turbocharged engine. Depending on the powertrain, the Audi S8 Sedan can manage a combined fuel economy between 18 and 19 mpg. While we’re on the topic of choices, the 10 striking colors the Audi S8 Sedan comes in really pull you towards itself.

Buying Advice

Our recommendation is to choose the base trim, as it comes with excellent standard equipment, so packages and options should only be considered by those with the most demanding requirements. The Driver Assistance package, however, is recommended for buyers who spend a considerable amount of time in traffic.

Comparative Analysis against Competition

 

Features

 

Engine and Performance
9.9/10

Fuel Economy
6.5/10

Interior
9.9/10

Safety
6.0/10

 

Competition
8.0/10

Final Verdict

 

Trims

    Base
    $114,900 onwards
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
    • Front & rear fog/driving lights
    • Navigation system
    • Parking assist
    • Rain Sensing Windshield wipers
    Plus
    $114,900 onwards
    • 21-inch machined aluminum Wheels

Compare to similar cars

Price

$114,900

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.58

Horsepower

605 hp @ 6100 rpm

Torque

517 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

Capacity

5

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$81,300- $97,400

Gasoline

8.75

320 hp @ 5200 rpm

330 lb.-ft. @ 1380 rpm

5

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$99,900- $141,500

Gasoline

7.99

404 hp @ 5500 rpm

406 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

5

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$224,650- $234,050

Gasoline

7.62

621 hp @ 4800 rpm

738 lb.-ft. @ 2300 rpm

5

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$143,250- $163,150

Gasoline

8.63

577 hp @ 5500 rpm

664 lb.-ft. @ 2250 rpm

5

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$78,100- $263,900

Gasoline

7.88

310 hp @ 6200 rpm

295 lb.-ft. @ 3750 rpm

4

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$122,200

Gasoline

7.86

600 hp @ 6000 rpm

590 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm

5

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2016 Audi S8 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    2016 Audi S8

    Ranked #2

    3.9 sec12.6 sec155 mph
    3.7 sec-155 mph
    4.22 sec--
    4.27 sec--
    4.4 sec13.1 sec177 mph
    5.4 sec13.8 sec130 mph

    2016 Audi S8 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      2016 Audi S8

      Ranked #3

      15 mpg25 mpg19 mpg21.7 gal.347.2/542.5 mi.
      21 mpg29 mpg24 mpg20.6 gal.432.6/597.4 mi.
      18 mpg28 mpg22 mpg21.1 gal.379.8/590.8 mi.
      16 mpg23 mpg18 mpg21.1 gal.337.6/485.3 mi.
      15 mpg24 mpg18 mpg18.5 gal.277.5/444 mi.
      15 mpg23 mpg18 mpg21.1 gal.316.5/485.3 mi.

      2016 Audi S8 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        2016 Audi S8

        Ranked #4

        202.6 in.76.7 in.57.5 in.5 in.117.8 in.
        207.2 in.76.7 in.58.3 in.5 in.124.8 in.
        206.6 in.74.8 in.58.2 in.5.3 in.126.4 in.
        206.5 in.74.8 in.58.7 in.5 in.124.6 in.
        206.5 in.74.8 in.58.7 in.5 in.124.6 in.
        197.4 in.76 in.55.8 in.5.6 in.115 in.

        2016 Audi S8 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          2016 Audi S8

          Ranked #6

          14.2 cu.ft.115.1 cu.ft.-
          13 cu.ft.97.3 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.
          18.7 cu.ft.-18.7 cu.ft.
          18.2 cu.ft.97.5 cu.ft.18.2 cu.ft.
          15.7 cu.ft.91 cu.ft.44.6 cu.ft.
          16.3 cu.ft.-16.3 cu.ft.

          2016 Audi S8 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            2016 Audi S8

            Ranked #1

            -14.2 cu.ft.-98 ft.
            54.1 cu.ft.18.7 cu.ft.18.7 cu.ft.-
            16.3 cu.ft.16.3 cu.ft.16.3 cu.ft.-
            51.9 cu.ft.18.2 cu.ft.18.2 cu.ft.122 ft.
            16.3 cu.ft.16.3 cu.ft.16.3 cu.ft.-
            44.6 cu.ft.15.7 cu.ft.44.6 cu.ft.-

            2016 Audi S8 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              2016 Audi S8

              Ranked #1

              1213 lbs.4685 lbs.
              -4806 lbs.
              -4969 lbs.
              960 lbs.4225 lbs.
              1345 lbs.3902 lbs.
              840 lbs.4780 lbs.

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