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Used 2017 Audi S8 Sedan Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2017 Audi S8 is a high-performance full-size luxury sedan that's only offered in the more powerful, sporty and very well-equipped Plus trim. Under the hood sits a powerful turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 (605 horsepower, 517 pound-feet) that connects to a shiftable eight-speed automatic transmission and an advanced all-wheel-drive system. However, unlike the Audi A8 sedan, the S8 is not offered in a long-wheelbase variant.

Standard features on the S8 Plus include 21-inch alloy wheels with high-performance tires, a sport-tuned adaptive air suspension, Audi Drive Select (selectable drive modes that alter steering assist, suspension, throttle and transmission calibrations), comprehensive LED exterior lighting (headlights, foglights, taillights and turn signals), automatic high-beam control, a surround-view parking camera system with front and rear parking sensors, blind-spot monitoring, a collision mitigation system, a sunroof, auto-dimming and power-folding mirrors, a power trunklid, soft-close power doors, a trunk-mounted lip spoiler, and automatic headlights and windshield wipers.

Inside the S8 features keyless ignition and entry, diamond-stitched leather upholstery, four-zone automatic climate control, 22-way power-adjustable multicontour front seats (with massage, heating and ventilation functions), a power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, a faux suede headliner, and power rear side and rear window sunshades. The infotainment system, including navigation, is still one of the easiest to systems to use. An 8-inch central screen is controlled by an intuitive dial and a host of menu shortcut buttons, but it also features voice recognition and handwriting-recognition technology, helping to keep eyes on the road. A 7-inch driver information is located within the gauge cluster along with a head-up display that keeps all relevant information within the driver's line of sight. Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity, a 14-speaker, 630-watt Bose surround-sound audio with a CD/DVD player, satellite and HD radio, and an iPod interface are standard. Also included is Audi Connect with enhanced web-based navigation and mobile Wi-Fi capability.

If you're looking for more than what's mentioned above, the S8 Plus does have some available packages. The one we'd recommend most is the Driver Assistance package that comes with adaptive cruise control (with stop-and-go functionality), a more advanced collision mitigation system (Pre Sense Plus) and active lane keeping assist. The Dynamic package includes lightweight ceramic brake rotors, a carbon-fiber rear lip spoiler, a sport exhaust and a top-speed increase to 190 mph. The Cold Weather package adds a heated steering wheel, heated rear seats and a rear center seat pass-through for long items such as skis. The Full Leather package extends leather-wrapped surface coverage, while the Audi Design Selection packages include the Full Leather package and various trim accents such as wood and carbon fiber. And lastly the Black Optic package features gloss-black exterior accents and carbon side-view mirrors.

Some individual options include different wheel designs, a dual-screen rear-seat entertainment system, night-vision assist (with pedestrian and animal detection) and a 19-speaker, 1,400-watt Bang & Olufsen surround-sound audio system.

Which S8 trim does Edmunds recommend?

For 2017, the Audi S8 is available only in Plus trim, upping the horsepower and torque levels of its turbocharged V8 engine, and sharpening its steering and suspension tuning. It comes very well equipped from the start, so packages and options will be for those with the most discerning needs. However, if you spend any amount of time in traffic, we'd recommend the Driver Assistance package that comes with adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist, and collision avoidance and mitigation.

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Features

Bluetooth
standard
Navigation
standard
Satellite radio
standard
Keyless Ignition
standard
Cruise control
standard
Adaptive cruise control
optional
Parking assistance
standard
Upholstery
premium leather
Heated seats
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
standard
Folding rear seats
Not available
Sunroof
standard
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Specifications

Country of final assembly
Germany
Drivetrain
all wheel drive
Engine power
605 hp @ 6,100 rpm
Engine torque
517 lb-ft @ 1,750 rpm
Engine displacement
4.0 l
Engine configuration
v8
Transmission
8-speed shiftable automatic
Tire size
275/35R21
Wheel size
21 X 9.0-in
Wheel type
painted alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
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Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
15 / 24 / 18 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
21.7 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
326 / 521 miles
Fuel Type
premium unleaded (recommended)
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Dimensions

Turning circle
40.4 ft.
Curb weight
4,685 lb.
Ground Clearance
Overall Width with Mirrors
83.1 in.
Overall Width without Mirrors
76.7 in.
Height
57.4 in.
Length
202.6 in.
Wheelbase
117.9 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
14.2 cu. ft.
Cargo Space, Rear Seat Down or Removed
Front Head Room
37.2 in.
Front Leg Room
41.4 in.
Front Shoulder Room
59.1 in.
Rear Head Room
39.1 in.
Rear Leg Room
38.7 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
57.8 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
Not Available
Average Cost Per Mile
Not Available
Depreciation
Not Available
Financing
Not Available
Taxes & Fees
Not Available
Fuel
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Insurance
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Maintenance
Not Available
Repairs
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Colors

Interior
Balao Brown, premium leather
Velvet Beige, premium leather
Black w/Arras Red Stitching, premium leather
Titanium Grey, premium leather
Black, premium leather
Vermont Brown, premium leather
Lunar Silver, premium leather
Nougat Brown, premium leather
Exterior
Oolong Grey Metallic
Glacier White Metallic
Cuvee Silver Metallic
Florett Silver Metallic
Brilliant Black
Ibis White
Florett Silver Matte Effect
Moonlight Blue Metallic
Daytona Gray Pearl Effect
Mythos Black Metallic
Havanna Black Metallic