2021 Audi S8 Review
Price Estimate: $46,887 - $53,238





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2021 Audi S8 Review
by the Edmunds Experts
What's new
- Larger 21-inch wheels and summer tires are included
- Heated front armrests are standard equipment
- Based on the fourth-generation A8 introduced for 2019
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Florida
$271/mo for S8 Base
S8 Base
vs
$189/mo
Avg. Large Car
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Audi S8 Owner Reviews
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Best Sedan I Have Ever Owned
5 out of 5 starsK.S., 10/28/2021
2020 Audi S8 4dr Sedan AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A)
I have owned my 2020 S8 for about one month so far. Coming from the previous general A8. I have owned S-class & BMW's. I can't tell you how fun this machine is to drive. It hauls butt like nothing else. It is like having a supercar in the comfort of a luxury sedan. Sure, it's big and isn't flat around corners, but for it's size, it handles the road well. Get it on the freeway, … mash the accelerator and you are off like a rocket. And it sounds tough too, without being too loud. There just aren't many cars on the road that can keep up. Audi say 0-60 is 3.8, but R&T says 3.2.
The suspension is tight in dynamic mode and does a great job of eliminating the bumps in comfort+ mode. Overall, the suspension does a great job of keeping the car planted and keeping the ride comfortable.
The interior is a huge upgrade from the previous generation. Once you get to know the system, it is thought out and works well. I looked at a 911, but the comfort of the seats and spaciousness of the cabin won me over. I haven't looked back since.
If you are considering an S-class or BMW, or even an A8, I highly suggest you test drive an S8. It will change your commute into a joy.
S8 - A classic V8
5 out of 5 starsMike Steffes, 08/01/2022
2021 Audi S8 4dr Sedan AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A)
My '21 S8 is quick, smooth and sporty and at the same time elegant, roomy and comfortable. So you get the benefits of both performance and luxury. Sometimes that's a tough balancing act but Audi found the sweet spot with the S8.
Originally I had planned on replacing my '09 A8 with a new A8 turbo and found out Audi discontinued that engine option for the vehicle in '23. As a result, I had … planned to order a '23 S8 with the V8 turbo and then have a long wait to get the car. In spite of this world of low inventory, my local Audi dealer found a low mileage '21 S8. The car is pristine and amazing to drive. The style, the trim and the technology are all world class. I entitled my review classic V8 because as we transition to an electric world it looks like V8s are going to be one of the first casualties. So I concluded now was the time to buy one as later model S8s are hard to find. Glad I made the move!
S8 = Sports car, Luxo sedan, Limousine, 4X4, great
4 out of 5 starsS.C., 01/15/2023
2020 Audi S8 4dr Sedan AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A)
A scientific marvel!
At first it seemed so much larger and technologically intimidating than my previous gen S8 I felt dwarfed. However after a few days becoming acclimated we bonded. Whether driving, or being driven in one of the safest, most comfortable automobiles on the road you are completely insulated.
I've owned/own numerous exotics and performance sedans. This car is a bargain.
great, exciting ride
5 out of 5 starsHankJ, 01/25/2023
2021 Audi S8 4dr Sedan AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A)
560 hp, active suspension, lux interior. What else can I say?
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2021 Audi S8, so we've included reviews for other years of the S8 since its last redesign.
2021 S8 Highlights
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $130,900 |
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Engine Type | Mild hybrid |
Combined MPG | 16 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $271/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 12.5 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | all wheel drive |
Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
Safety
Our experts like the S8 models:
- Audi Parking System Plus
- Helps take the guesswork out of parking by providing a bird's-eye view image of the S8 at low speeds.
- Audi Side Assist
- Alerts you when a vehicle is in the S8's blind spot. Also works while the vehicle is parked so you don't open your door into traffic.
- Audi Active Lane Assist
- Notifies you when the S8 begins drifting out of its lane. Can also automatically guide the S8 back into its lane.
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