The 2025 Audi A8 continues to define understated luxury, appealing to those who value refinement over flash. While it won’t turn heads on the road, it doesn’t need to. Its true appeal lies inside, where Audi has crafted one of the segment’s most serene and well-appointed cabins.
The deeply cushioned Valcona leather seats make the A8 feel more like a private lounge than a traditional sedan. Touchpoints feel substantial, the controls intuitive, and the triple-screen layout (including dedicated HVAC controls) keeps the experience streamlined rather than overwhelming. Whether navigating rush hour in Phoenix or coasting out to Sedona, the ride remains composed and quiet — precisely tuned for comfort, not speed.
For those who want more excitement behind the wheel, the S8 steps in with a V-8 and sharper dynamics, but the A8’s V-6 still delivers smooth, confident acceleration. Thanks to standard Quattro all-wheel drive, it remains poised no matter the conditions.
The 2025 model year has brought subtle upgrades: a heated steering wheel, new wheel designs and enhancements to the Executive and Luxury packages that add niceties like massaging rear seats and a head-up display. Still, the A8’s real strength is how well it balances technology and tactile quality without slipping into gimmickry. It’s a car built for business-class comfort, not showmanship.
And, while its price has crept upward, it remains a compelling value in the full-size luxury category — especially for buyers who appreciate thoughtful details and a polished ride over flashier competitors.
MSRP: $92,000 (base)
City: 20 mpg
Hwy: 26 mpg
Trans: 8-speed automatic
0–60 mph: 5.6 seconds
Power Up: The S8 adds supercar punch to flagship comfort — combining a 563-horsepower twin-turbo V8 with the A8’s already near-silent, air-cushioned glide makes even long trips feel like a puddle-jump in first class.
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