2005 Audi A8 Review
Price Estimate: $1,524 - $2,464





+73
Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Superb driving dynamics, plenty of passenger space, exquisite interior, standard all-wheel drive.
Cons
- Inconvenient glovebox location for the CD changer.
What’s new
A standard-wheelbase version of the A8 is introduced this year for those who don't need all the size of the A8 L, along with a tire-pressure monitor, rain-sensing wipers and LED lighting for the door handles and mirror controls. New optional equipment includes a keyless entry and start system, a wood steering wheel and shift knob, satellite radio and power door closers for the front and rear side doors. Horsepower has been bumped up to 335 (from 330). A 6.0-liter W12 power plant, which provides 450 hp, 428 lb-ft of torque, has also been added.
Edmunds says
It may not have the name recognition of its German peers, but the A8 matches or beats them in just about every meaningful category.
For sale nationwide
4 listings
- $10,900
- 86,627 miles
- No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
- 16 City / 22 Hwy MPG
- Exotic Motors (543 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Navigation
- Leather Seats
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Upgraded Headlights
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Located in Rolling Meadows, IL
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AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
18 Combined MPG (16 City/22 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: WAULL44E95N008087
Stock: 008087
Certified Pre-Owned: No - 113,496 miles
- No accidents, 4 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
- 16 City / 22 Hwy MPG
- Kiro Motors (1,186 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Navigation
- Leather Seats
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Upgraded Headlights
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Located in Lakewood, WA
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: No
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
18 Combined MPG (16 City/22 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: WAUML44E55N011931
Stock: 954
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 04-08-2025
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota
$265/mo for A8 quattro
A8 quattro
vs
$200/mo
Avg. Large Car
Audi A8 Owner Reviews
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Oh yea
4.5 out of 5 starsSSG T, 01/31/2009
2005 Audi A8 L quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
Just bought a used A8L Quatrro.Man This thing is fantastic. Never owned a luxury car before,and now I know what I have been missing. The soft market on these vehicles put them in reach for those of us with the "beer pocket". I am hooked. Handling is wonderful and the power from the 4.2 is plenty for any American highway. I had to study the owners manual while I sat in the car and go step … by step over all the systems. There are a lot of buttons and dials and submenus to learn. If you buy one of these cars take the time to learn it inside and out. It will make the experience so much better
Beauty with flaws
4.38 out of 5 starsJohn, 02/04/2010
2005 Audi A8 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
This is my second A8 and I really love this car, but this might be the last one. These cars are very costly to maintain. Things like suspension parts breaking on a car with 32000 miles shouldn't happen, especially on a car driven very carefully on paved roads. Also electric gremlins that shouldn't happen, like parts breaking when I had it in for a software upgrade for other … problems(telephone module broke). But, it looks and handles like a million dollars when it's not in the shop!
Horrible Experience
3.25 out of 5 starsJ Ortiz, 03/01/2009
2005 Audi A8 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
I purchased a 2005 CPO A8L 6 months ago. From the day I drove it off the lot I have had nothing but trouble. From the minor (ie. remote keys didn't work) to the major items (ie. sunroof, power trunk, console buttons, water pump, head lamps, etc.) my vehicle has been in the shop a total of 3 weeks. The CPO checklist was a total misrepresentation. Most of the items that were bad on the … vehicle were checked off as having passed a "rigorous" inspection. I have owned several other luxury new and used brands. But I never had this kind of trouble before. Truly a horrible experience. The final slap in the face is the trade value. All I want to do is trade out of this car but the values are way down.
W12 my best yet
4.63 out of 5 starsW. Reymond, 12/30/2005
2005 Audi A8 L W12 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (6.0L 12cyl 6A)
Having had several nice cars, Citroen SM, 928, A4, I find this the best overall designed car yet. The MPG was expected to be low, but that comes with a car of this performance. The features are extensive and useful, especially the adjustable ride which reminds me of the SM. I give this car my highest overall rating ever.
2005 A8 Highlights
quattro
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $66,590 |
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Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 18 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $265/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 14.6 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | all wheel drive |
Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the A8 include:
- Alarm
- Tire Pressure Warning
- Stability Control
- Post-collision safety system
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