1999 Audi A8 Review
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1999 Audi A8 Review





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Pros
- Light weight. Powerful engine. Sumptuous luxury. All-wheel drive.
Cons
- There is a price to be paid for technology in terms of interior size and MSRP.
What’s new
The A8's warm weather package is modified to improve electronic accessory performance, while dual-pane laminated glass replaces insulated glass. Standard on the A8 is a larger right outside mirror, a first aid kit and a CD changer. A premium leather/Alcantara trim package and a new Volcano Black exterior paint color are optional. A8 prices will remain unchanged from 1998.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 1999 Audi A8 4dr Sedan and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.42 per gallon for regular unleaded in Virginia.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia
$224/mo
A8 Base
vs
$224/mo
Avg. Large Car
Vehicle overview
The A8 just keeps getting better. Sporting senior A4 styling, sumptuous interior appointments, and the revolutionary Audi Space Frame (ASF), the A8 is lighter, tighter and more responsive than competitors such as the Mercedes-Benz S-Class.
The ASF employs lightweight aluminum alloy construction designed to provide superior structural rigidity, improved handling and responsiveness, better fuel efficiency and easier recycling. Two models are available: the A8 3.7, which has front-wheel drive and is powered by a 3.7-liter twin-cam aluminum-alloy V8 engine producing 230 horsepower, and the A8 4.2 Quattro, which has all-wheel drive and a 300-horsepower 4.2-liter twin-cam aluminum-alloy V8 engine under the hood. The 4.2 Quattro also comes standard with a 200-watt Audi/Bose Music System.
A8 3.7s are equipped with the same four-link front suspension design found on the A4. This setup virtually removes torque steer while providing precise, neutral steering. Both models have a fully independent rear suspension, which features passive rear-wheel steering to help stabilize the A8's handling at all speeds.
Standard Electronic Differential Locking (EDL) provides low-speed traction control operating through the antilock braking system on all A8s, while the A8 3.7 also benefits from Anti-slip Regulation (ASR), which controls wheel slippage at all speeds by modulating engine power.
Airbags are provided for all passengers. Dual front airbags are supplemented by side airbags tucked into the front seats. Rear passengers also get side airbags, mounted to the seat rather than the door panel.
Drivers will find an interior slathered in burled walnut and Nappa leather upholstery. Instrumentation is superb and features soothing red nighttime back lighting. Front seats are power adjustable in 14 different ways, and a memory feature accommodates four different settings for the driver's seat, exterior mirrors, driver's headrest height and steering wheel position. The steering wheel tilts out of the way when the key is removed from the ignition. The automatic dual-zone temperature controls employ two sunlight sensors to help maintain accuracy. A central locking system controls windows, door locks, sunroof, trunk and fuel door. All windows have a one-touch up/down function, enhanced by a pinch protection system.
For 1999, Audi modifies its warm weather package to improve the performance of electronic accessories such as garage door openers and electronic toll passes. The package no longer includes insulated glass. Standard on the 1999 A8s is a larger right outside mirror for improved visibility, a first aid kit in the center console and a CD changer. A premium leather/alcantra interior trim package and a new volcano black exterior paint color are available.
Retail prices have not changed for 1999, despite the addition of more standard equipment. You can still buy an A8 3.7 for $57,400 and a 4.2 Quattro for $65,000. Audi claims that the Quattro will get from rest to 60 mph in less than seven seconds.
Audi is on a roll lately, thanks to the excellent A4 sedan, which manages to undercut nearly all of its competition in the entry-level luxury class without sacrificing the luxury portion of the equation. Time will tell if the rather expensive A8's technological advances and standard equipment are desirable enough to bring BMW, Lexus and Benz intenders into Audi showrooms.
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the Used 1999 Audi A8.
5 star(73%)
4 star(21%)
3 star(6%)
2 star(0%)
1 star(0%)
34 reviews
Most helpful consumer reviews
4.75 out of 5 stars
1999 Audi A8
audi99,07/19/2013
1999 Audi A8 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD
Great Car. I have owned this car since 2000 with 18,000 miles and now have 152,000. I have minor repairs done to this car like a few of the 4 ball joints that are on both sides of the car. Cruise control brake switch and thermostat. The front seat is sagging a little bit and I may take it apart to adjust. The center arm rest broke so I repaired it myself. I replaced the timing belt and … water pump at 100,000. I recommend changing the thermostat at same time as timing belt and water pump. I have not had any transmission problems and I have not changed transmission fluid. I don't drive it hard and fast and that policy seems to help longevity of any car.
3.25 out of 5 stars
Deep pockets required
nomoreaudi,02/26/2006
1999 Audi A8 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD
A beautiful car; smooth and quiet ride. Was looking forward to several years of ownership and driving pleasure. However, transmission trouble, numerous MIL error codes and gasket leaks generated enormous shop bills, (primarily the labor to diagnose problem & access components for servicing). There are few options for service outside of the dealer network. Yet, dealers and independent … shops that specialize in German automobile service alike seemed puzzled by some of the issues this car presented. At purchase time, it looked like a bargain in comparison to the Lexus LS400. However, long term cost of ownership is outrageous. 1 year repair/maint. costs exceeded $7K with no end in sight.
4.88 out of 5 stars
The Perfect Sleeper
svxit,08/12/2004
1998 Audi A8 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD
This car is fast, comfortable, low-key
and generally a joy to drive. For a car
with a 300 hp v-8 and all-wheel drive,
it has an unbelievable range on the
highway. And because of the car's
rarity, it's not nearly as likely to
"walk off" (get stolen) as a Camry or
Accord. Also, because these cars
depreciated so heavily, they are a
fantastic buy.
4.88 out of 5 stars
A8 for life
Steve,12/22/2006
1998 Audi A8 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD
Yes I did buy a used A8 with 85k miles and started with tires, checkup, belts- waterpump-timing chains with my Audi machanic of 15 years. I started to drive 100+ miles daily and never stopped. This car needs to drive to stay fit and clean. If you do a lot of short trips and cannot open this beauty up on the highway then this is not the car for you. I now have 122k on my second year … and other than a few pesky oil or water drips from the water pump side of the engine, the car is a 10. I drive fast (80-90+) when on the highway but city driving is also just fine. Good mileage in the 20-23 mpg depending on speed but the all around average is 21.
We have a limited number of reviews for the 1999 Audi A8, so we've included reviews for other years of the A8 since its last redesign.
Features & Specs
- Base MSRP
- N/A
- MPG & Fuel
- 15 City / 24 Hwy / 18 Combined
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 23.7 gal. capacity
- Drivetrain
- Type: front wheel drive
- Transmission: 5-speed automatic
- Engine
- V8 cylinder
- Horsepower: 230 hp @ 5,500 rpm
- Torque: 235 lb-ft @ 2,700 rpm
- Dimensions
- Length: 198.2 in. / Height: 56.7 in.
- Overall Width without Mirrors: 74.0 in.
- Curb Weight: 3,682 lbs.
- Cargo Capacity, All Seats In Place: 18.0 cu.ft.
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriverNot RatedPassengerNot Rated
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRolloverNot RatedDynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Side Impact TestNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
- IIHS Small Overlap Front TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test0
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Used 1999 Audi A8 Overview
The Used 1999 Audi A8 is offered in the following submodels: A8 Sedan. Available styles include 4dr Sedan, and quattro 4dr Sedan AWD. The Used 1999 Audi A8 comes with front wheel drive, and all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 5-speed automatic.
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