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2017 Audi S8

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Rating8.5

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Fullsize Sedan
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$115,900
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Nathan Dyer 

Senior Editor,

Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Explosive power output and breathtaking acceleration

Only a single trim and powertrain are offered

Trickled down to just a single trim

Updated and high-tech infotainment unit

Unimpressive legroom for a full-size sedan

New interior color choices

Exquisitely crafted interior

Options take the price up high

No other notable changes for 2017

Specs & Features

$115,900

price

605 hp @ 6100 rpm

horsepower

517 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

torque

TBD

transmission

4.0L 8cyl AWD 8A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2017 Audi S8 makes for an excellent contender in the fullsize sedan. With a single on offer, the Audi S8 has a base MSRP of $115,900, competing directly with the Mercedes-Benz AMG S 63 Sedan, the BMW Alpina B7, and the Jaguar XJR. Only a 4.0L turbocharged V8 engine is offered, mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. Together, they produce 605 horsepower and 517 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 3.7 seconds, the S8 Sedan maintains a combined fuel economy of 18 MPG. Audi offers the S8 Sedan in 12 stunning colors, with the Oolong Gray Metallic being a particular favorite of ours.

Buying Advice

The 2017 Audi S8 Sedan is a powerful and luxurious sedan in the segment. It is available in a single, well-loaded trim with an immensely capable engine under the hood.

Trims

    plus
    $115,900 onwards
    • 21-inch machined aluminum Wheels
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
    • Front & rear fog/driving lights
    • Navigation system
    • Parking assist
    • Rain Sensing Windshield wipers

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Price

$115,900

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.49

Horsepower

605 hp @ 6100 rpm

Torque

517 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

Capacity

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2017 Audi S8 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    2017 Audi S8

    Ranked #2

    		3.6 sec12.0 sec190 mph
    		3.5 sec11.6 sec193 mph
    		3.5 sec--
    		3.7 sec--
    		3.7 sec12.0 sec174 mph
    		4.22 sec--
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    2017 Audi S8 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      2017 Audi S8

      Ranked #2

      		15 mpg24 mpg18 mpg21.7 gal.325.5/520.8 mi.
      2017 Audi S6

      Ranked #1

      		18 mpg27 mpg21 mpg19.8 gal.-
      		15 mpg24 mpg18 mpg18.5 gal.277.5/444 mi.
      		16 mpg23 mpg18 mpg21.1 gal.337.6/485.3 mi.
      		16 mpg24 mpg18 mpg20.6 gal.329.6/494.4 mi.
      		15 mpg25 mpg18 mpg19.8 gal.-

      2017 Audi S8 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        2017 Audi S8

        Ranked #5

        		202.6 in.76.7 in.57.4 in.5 in.117.9 in.
        		207.2 in.76.7 in.58.3 in.6 in.124.8 in.
        		206.7 in.74.9 in.58.7 in.5.3 in.126.4 in.
        		206.6 in.74.9 in.58.2 in.5.3 in.126.4 in.
        		206.5 in.75 in.58.7 in.5 in.124.6 in.
        		206.5 in.75 in.58.7 in.5 in.124.6 in.

        2017 Audi S8 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          2017 Audi S8

          Ranked #2

          		14.2 cu.ft.63 cu.ft.57.5 cu.ft.
          		13 cu.ft.97.3 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.
          		18.7 cu.ft.91.4 cu.ft.18.7 cu.ft.
          		24.5 cu.ft.101.5 cu.ft.49.1 cu.ft.
          		18.2 cu.ft.96.9 cu.ft.18.2 cu.ft.
          		16.3 cu.ft.-16.3 cu.ft.

          2017 Audi S8 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            		SourceCompare
            2017 Audi S8

            Ranked #1

            		57.5 cu.ft.14.2 cu.ft.57.5 cu.ft.76 ft.
            		16 cu.ft.18.2 cu.ft.18.2 cu.ft.-
            		89.7 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.-
            		20.8 cu.ft.18.2 cu.ft.18.2 cu.ft.-
            2017 Audi S6

            Ranked #5

            		6.9 cu.ft.6.9 cu.ft.6.9 cu.ft.76 ft.
            		16.3 cu.ft.16.3 cu.ft.16.3 cu.ft.-

            2017 Audi S8 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              2017 Audi S8

              Ranked #1

              		1213 lbs.4685 lbs.
              		959 lbs.5128 lbs.
              		-4969 lbs.
              2017 Audi S6

              Ranked #1

              		-4497 lbs.
              		-4101 lbs.
              		-4806 lbs.

              Top Audi Cars

              2017 Audi S8

              Horsepower : 605 hp @ 6100 rpm

              MPG Combined : 18 mpg

              0-60 : 3.6 sec

              #1

              2017 Audi RS 7

              Horsepower : 560 hp @ 5700 rpm

              MPG Combined : 18 mpg

              0-60 : 3.7 sec

              #2

              2017 Audi R8

              Horsepower : 540 hp @ 7800 rpm

              MPG Combined : 17 mpg

              0-60 : 3.6 sec

              #3

              2017 Audi S6

              Horsepower : 450 hp @ 5800 rpm

              MPG Combined : 21 mpg

              0-60 : 4.4 sec

              #4

              2017 Audi S7

              Horsepower : 450 hp @ 5500 rpm

              MPG Combined : 21 mpg

              0-60 : 4.5 sec

              #5

              2017 Audi RS 3

              Horsepower : 400 hp @ 7000 rpm

              MPG Combined : 22 mpg

              0-60 : 3.9 sec

              #6

              2017 Audi SQ5

              Horsepower : 354 hp @ 6000 rpm

              MPG Combined : 19 mpg

              0-60 : 5.1 sec

              #7

              2017 Audi A7

              Horsepower : 333 hp @ 5500 rpm

              MPG Combined : 24 mpg

              0-60 : 5.2 sec

              #8

              2017 Audi A8 L

              Horsepower : 333 hp @ 5500 rpm

              MPG Combined : 22 mpg

              0-60 : 5.5 sec

              #9

              2017 Audi S5

              Horsepower : 333 hp @ 5500 rpm

              MPG Combined : 20 mpg

              0-60 : 4.9 sec

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