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Used 2005 Audi A8 Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

My favorite vehicle

Rodney, 03/03/2018
2005 Audi A8 L quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

I have had Range Rover, Jaguar, Porsche, Lexus, BMW but for some reason - this Audi has been my all time favorite. The car exterior doesn't really look that stylish, that and what i would consider rather poor gas mileage are the only 2 knocks I'd give the car. But everything else - is off the charts. The acceleration, the comfort, the gadgets, its performance in snow, the stereo system, the interior - all are top notch. I feel like a pilot more than a driver getting in and out of this car! This car does not disappoint. However, like alot of the more expensive European cars - make sure you do your homework before buying the car. If the car was taken care of, it is built to last.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Best money I ever spent on a car.

Ken, 01/10/2006
2005 Audi A8 L quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

The car is quiet - a great mobile office. But, with the optional paddle- shifters, it's also like driving my S4 sport convertible, only heavier. It corners, accelerates, and responds phenominally. I've driven them all - this is the best interior, most luxurious, fun, responsive luxury sport-sedan in the $80-120K range. Go for the paddles, the massage & ventilated seats, and the large multi-spoke wheels. I love my black, but it's sweet in the grays too. Awesome in snow or on a sunny, winding road. MMI computer system is easy to read. Bluetooth phone system is excellent. Best $$$ I ever spent on a car!

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5 out of 5 stars

Audi Satisfaction

DenaliinPA, 03/21/2006
2005 Audi A8 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful

i leased my 05 A8 in December of 2004. this is my first Audi. so far my vehicle has been completely trouble free and a pleasure to own. the attention to detail inside and out is amazing. from the beautifully crafted interior to the exteriors crisp clean lines the A8 is visually satisfying from all angles. the performance and handling feel as though you are driving a much smaller vehicle. i live in the northeast and had become accustomed to parking my car and using my SUV when the snow starts to fly. not anymore. the A8 has performed flawlessly in the snowy weather. even with the original equipment all season tires you feel very confident driving on snow covered roads.

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A8 L Perfection

Tony C, 07/27/2006
2005 Audi A8 L quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful

Owned other luxury cars and there is NOTHING like my Audi. I DEFINITELY will trade for another. My gas mileage exceeds 24 MPG on highway and 18 city. The highlight is Tiptronic transmission and all wheel drive. An absolute pleasure in the winter. Believe me the car doesn't know the difference between summer driving and winter roads. Try one you will fall in love.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

WOW, what a car!

Simontemplar265, 01/10/2006
2005 Audi A8 L quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I've had them all, Beemers Mercs, Lexus LS 430 and SC430's, none come close. This is the finest of the big boys. Commodius, like a limo, drives and handles and fun with the triptonic. Eats up the miles and I have 7 speeding tickets to prove it (time for a radar detector). At 130 mph it's like sitting in your living room and watching television in a very comfortable seat: If you try it, you'll buy it!. No squeaks or rattles after 20,000 miles. What a car!

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