2024 AUDI A8 INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR EXCLUSIVE SUV

2024 Audi A8
HIGHSSeriously quiet interior, legroom to spare in the rear, lively demeanor for such a large sedan.
LOWSExterior styling might be too restrained for some, competitor’s inline-six and V-8 engines offer more personality, the S8 is far more entertaining.
VERDICTWith its trademark subtle style inside and out, the A8 hits all the luxury sedan benchmarks at a buy-in thousands less than its German counterparts.
Overview
A stealth fighter in a sea of high-profile full-size luxury sedans, the Audi A8’s conservative yet confident personality and style are a virtue. Interior accommodations are as spacious and comfortable as its longtime sparring partners, the BMW 7-series and the Mercedes-Benz S-class, but the appointments and control layout maintain a comparably rational design and appeal. A turbocharged V-6 is the sole engine option, and while it’s not quite as quick as the rivals, its silent operation fits its stealthy mission. Extensive sound deadening measures ensure the interior is equally as hushed, ensuring the driver and passengers arrive at their destination fresh and relaxed. But the A8 is also capable of getting a little frisky when the situation arises, carrying surprising speed through gently winding roads and even dispatching tight bends with a dexterity that belies its size. Buyers seeking sharper reflexes and quicker acceleration are advised to seek out its high-performance S8 sibling, which we review separate
What's New for 2024?
Refreshed for 2022, the 2024 Audi A8 slips into the new year with minimal updates. All A8s receive a six-month trial subscription to Audi Connect PLUS with the Audi app store; the software enables remote start from the app and integrates music, video, gaming, navigation, parking & charging, weather, and news applications into the MMI. In the styling department, Sebring Black crystal effect paint replaces Vesuvius Gray metallic.