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2008 Audi S8
The 2008 Audi S8 is a luxury.
There is 1 variant of the S8 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in late-2006.
The 2008 S8 was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
The Audi S8 is only available with a petrol engine that produces 331kW and 540Nm of torque. All variants feature 4x4.
- Driveaway
- N/A†
- Transmission
- 6-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Sedan
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
- Driveaway
- N/A†
- Transmission
- 6-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Sedan
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
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Audi S8
2008 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
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
2008 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
170.62 kW/t
88.49 kW/t
200 kW/t
Boot Space
500 litres
330 litres
560 litres
Fuel Efficiency
13.4 - 13.5 L/100km
8.1 L/100km
14.9 L/100km
Vehicle Range
672 km
672 km
957 km
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
4 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
2008 Audi S8
Dimensions
5,062 mm
1,897 mm
1,424 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,062 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,897 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,424 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,944 mm |
| Load Capacity | 600 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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2008 Audi S8
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Audi S8 is the base variant that starts from $259,900.
See all Audi S8 PricingThe most expensive Audi S8 is the base variant that starts from $275,900.
See all Audi S8 PricingThe best towing capacity of a Audi S8 is offered by the base variant which can tow 2300 kg.
See all Audi S8 towing capacityThe largest Audi S8 is the base variant which measures 1897mm wide, 5062mm in length and sits 1424mm tall.
The most powerful Audi S8 is the base variant which has 331kW of power and 540nm of torque.
The Audi S8 is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Audi S8 is the base variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2540 kg.
The Audi S8 uses Premium Unleaded Petrol.
# Based on VFACTS and EVC data
† Displayed prices are based on the drive-away price of the vehicle, which includes delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, and applicable road taxes, based on a Sydney location. However, prices may vary between states and territories, and additional costs such as compulsory third party (CTP) insurance, dealer delivery fees, and optional extras are not included. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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