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Audi S8
The new Audi S8 is a Luxury offered in a 4D Sedan body style. Available in Australia from $279,200 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $287,600 for the Base.
There is 1 variant of the S8 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in September of 2023.
Engine options include 4.0L turbo petrol direct injection (420kW/800Nm) and 4.0L turbo (420kW/800Nm). All variants feature 8-speed automatic transmission. All variants feature four-wheel drive.
The new 2024 S8 is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
Retail Price
$279,200 - $287,600†
Transmission
8-speed auto
Driven Wheels
4x4
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded
Body Types
Sedan
Powertrain Type
4x4
Retail Price
$279,200 - $287,600†
Transmission
8-speed auto
Driven Wheels
4x4
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded
Body Types
Sedan
Powertrain Type
4x4
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Audi S8
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
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Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
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Protection, prevention, and alerts
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Audi S8
Available Variants
The Audi S8 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Base.
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Power to Weight
183.01 kW/t
98.88 kW/t
248.37 kW/t
Boot Space
505 litres
346 litres
610 litres
Fuel Efficiency
10.5 L/100km
2.6 L/100km
16.2 L/100km
Vehicle Range
781 km
556 km
3,077 km
Price
$279,200 - $287,600
$164,400
$670,500
Warranty (Years)
5 years
2 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Service Interval
12 months
12 months
24 months
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Audi S8
Dimensions
5,179 mm
1,945 mm
in mirror: 2,130 mm
in mirror: 2,130 mm
1,474 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,179 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,945 mm |
| Overall Width (Inc Mirror) | 2,130 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,474 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,998 mm |
| Load Capacity | 540 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Audi S8
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Audi S8 is the Base that starts from $279,200.
See all Audi S8 PricingThe most expensive Audi S8 is the Base that starts from $287,600.
See all Audi S8 PricingThe best towing capacity of a Audi S8 is offered by the Base which can tow 2300 kg
See all Audi S8 towing capacityThe largest Audi S8 is the Base which measures 1945mm wide, 5179mm in length and sits 1474mm tall.
The most powerful Audi S8 is the Base which has 420kW of power from its 4.0L Turbo Petrol Direct Injection engine.
The Audi S8 is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Audi S8 is the Base which weighs 2835 kg (kerb weight).
The Audi S8 uses Premium Unleaded.
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