2008 Audi A8 Consumer Reviews

Fun to Drive/True Luxury

Written by: Wonderful to Drive on 05/04/2008

Vehicle

2008 Audi A8 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (4.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

I love this A-8. After owning various Jaguars, Lexus (which was also terrific), Infinity Q-45, various BMW models and other luxury vehicles, the Audi A-8 is by far...the best. The interior is true luxury, the ride is exceptional, we love the Nav system which also operates most functions of the vehicle,and the stereo system is terrific. Exceptional fuel mileage too! When I am ready to trade in this vehicle I believe I will get another Audi.

Favorite Features

Nav/interior control system (MIP), wood and interior design, power.

Suggested Improvements

CD system in dash, M3 player.

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Solid Luxury

Written by: Phantom A8L on 12/03/2007

Vehicle

2008 Audi A8 L quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (4.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

Ordered on 27 June and took delivery on 6 October. Currently I have a little over 2000 miles on the vehicle. Long distance trip from DC to Chicago for Thanksgiving was wonderful. Sport package with 20” wheels provided excellent ride and handled wonderfully through rain and freezing rain. The standard features and options make this vehicle a fantastic driver’s auto. Sporty response for a large vehicle. Solid brakes, great vehicle lighting features (headlights, interior lights, entry, braking and fog lights – front and rear). No problems to note. MPG for the trip 22-24. Around DC area, 18-20 mpg.

Favorite Features

Keyless ignition, subtle styling, MMI (electronic control for a/c, radio, seats, etc), full leather option, aggressive grill, large hideaway screen for nav and all other operator selectable features, voice command, nav screen between speedometer and tach, parking system with back up camera.

Suggested Improvements

Nav system is not as extensive or intuitive as my portable Garmin Nuvi 660 - increase database of selectable commercial venues. Voice control not completely intuitive but great optional hands free function, should include all selectable options – seat memory, ambient lighting selections, etc.

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Audi does European delivery

Written by: Brian Sonnenberg on 11/25/2007

Vehicle

2008 Audi A8 L quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (4.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

After years of Mercedes ownership (and a brief BMW period) I finally got over to Audi. This car is everything that Mercedes used to be. Understatedly elegant, fantastically finished and user friendly. What a true pleasure to drive. In fact, what a pleasure to just sit in. Nobody does interiors like Audi. It is just beautiful, comfortable, and functional. We took delivery in Germany at Ingolstadt, which was a once in a lifetime experience, and did use it on the Autobahn. 130 mph is like 60 mph. wonderful road car! While I think Mercedes has lost their way, Audi seems to have really found their's. Some people are put off by the conservative styling of the exterior. I find it refreshing.

Favorite Features

Interior is magnificent. Profile is smooth, simple, solid. 20 inch sport wheels are gorgeous. 3 spoke sport steering wheel falls perfectly into your hands. Seamless drivetrain. Great suspension. Dash layout is best in the industry.

Suggested Improvements

The only thing I would have liked is power side sun visors (which are manual). That's it.

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