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domehead, 01/29/2013
2011 Audi A8 4.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (4.2L 8cyl 8A)
12 of 22 people found this review helpful

I have owned a 2011 A8 and 2012 A6 and the basic cars work very well. But I am very disappointed in Audi Company in their technical service department and also with the National sales team. My A8 was having a electrical /mechanical issue with the relay that controls the power brake system. My understanding is that Audi technical support instructed the local Audi Mechanic to wrap insulation around the relay so I would not hear the relay closing and opening. The next item was to relocated the relay to another spot in the car so I would not hear the relay. Both of this approaches did not address the core issue of the problem why is the relay started working that way. Instead it appears that Audi was trying to mask the issue hope the owner would go away. This is very serious problem with this car and I would not aspect Audi would try to cover up of the issue. The next point is that I ask the local sales manager to see what Audi would do for a trade value on my car towards a newer one. The answer he give was that Audi would not help out in this matter besides not fixing the issue. Needless to say that the way Audi has handle this matter is very disappointing for a company that is trying to make inroads in the high end market.

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Surprising Luxury and Performance

clarkg, 07/29/2013
2014 Audi A8 L TDI quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 8A)
41 of 95 people found this review helpful

I have owned Audi A8 sedans previously but switched to Mercedes S Class a few years ago - all of these high tech sedans can be problematic due to the complexity of their electronic systems - so be prepared to buy only from a dealer with 5 star service - recently, I was intrigued by the 2014 A8L TDI diesel sedan's specs and options so I acquired one - it does everything right, especially fuel mileage which surpasses my expectations - the A8L is "sized right" as compared to the lumbering S550 - the diesel performance is outstanding - the electronic gizmos are entertaining but most are not necessary for daily use - cons - lots of road noise from stiff tires, mediocre stereo, electronic failures

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dave richter, 08/21/2016
updated 08/27/2018
2014 Audi A8 L TDI quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 8A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful

it is great,except too low for an old man to get out of i'm 6'4" but do not bend as well as i used to. don't have it anymore,was replaced by a mercedes m350,which was replaced by a Q3 which was joined by a Lexus RH

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Comfort with Class

JEA J, 03/04/2023
2014 Audi A8 4.0T quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo 8A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Smooth ride for long legs. Comfort all around including the Driver and passenger seats with variable positioning and massage. The driver assisted cruise control is a safety feature plus. This ride is no sllouch with turbo charged 440 HP .

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Super Car. I Love It!

Tee Fuller, 08/17/2022
2013 Audi A8 L 4.0T quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo 8A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Okay, let me start off saying that I am a little bias. I have owned a lot of the luxury cars, such as BMW 750Li, Mercedes S550, Lincoln Continental, Saab 95, Cadillac Deville, Seville, and STS, just to name a few. I would have to say, this has been the best car I have ever owned. It fits me perfectly, which is hard since I am 6'5". Yes, mine has all the bells and whistles. I already told my wife, when the 2020 get in my range, I will upgrade to that. I love to tease her about how my car is better than her S55 AMG (S550 with better engine). Yes, repairs are really expensive. I had to fork out 5k of the adaptive cruise unit and a few other issues. Hint: Don't leave the sunroof open on days where it might rain (even drizzle). There's a computer just in front of the sunroof that controls the cruise system. Once wet, start crying, very expensive to repair....Other than that, no major issues other than normal items, which can also be expensive. Well, despite the repair costs, I love the car. The speed, maneuverability, options, and overall style makes this a car I will always have. I love my Chelsea (my car's name).

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