I am a big fan of the Audi S8. However, I like their earlier styling say around 2018-19. This is bland compared to some of the earlier models. Other than that, they are total luxury and a beast to drive.
The 2012 - 18-19 Audi's are all too homogeneous across the lineup. The new grille is finally adding some distinction. Saw an S4 with the 3.0 and manual the other day, but assumed it was an A3 with some appearance options and exhaust mod like most Ive ever seen. Its one thing to have a refined and stealth/sleeper design, but they shouldn't be hiding amongst their own ranks.
Idk what’s more appalling that half of the comments is educating us that any car except Honda and Toyota are a sin or saying anything positive about the car and getting buried down by people who acts like inspector gurus on unreliability score for any cars they don’t love or own
This car is extremely German. Which means it's extremely appealing, for a while. Until it starts to degrade. These things depreciate faster than almost anything else out there. Except for electric vehicles of course. Separately, really dislike this trend of American reviewers offhandedly referring to a hood as a bonnet. Knock it off
@@gregkramer5588 nonsense. It might appear that way because manufactures are selling them cheaper. The fact remains nobody wants them. They are a testament to scientific illiteracy
So glad those black brake calipers are included. Otherwise I wouldn't of bought one. But really?, radar cruise optional and part of a $4,000 package on a $120,000 base price car? MotoMan would say "Let's fix that."
still nice and luxurious for a 2019 model but with the new S-Class and 7-Series you can see that Audi is a little bit behind now with the interior design.
Last of the true German F segment car, true quality. Mercedes S class and Bmw 7 series cann't compete anymore in the quality and build departement. This Audi is the last of its kind.... . Only Lexus LS is better ....the best.
If I had that much money to spend on a flagship I’m probably going Genesis G90. Powertrain and traction management aside, the S8 just isn’t interesting enough at $150k. It looks to similar to the rest of Audi’s sedan lineup. Secondly the backseat setup is seriously disappointing. It feels 10 years behind the competition if not more. Why are the cupholders so small? Where is the rear wireless phone charger? An infotainment system? Why are the seat controls on the door and also on the console? No wine/beverage chiller? And why…please tell me why there is SOO MUCH piano black plastic on their $150k flagship?! Aluminum, smoked chrome, micro suede, alcantara, carbon fiber, etc…surely there was a better option! It feels more like a gussied up Passat with a bunch of gimmicks when it should be knocking on the Panamera’s door.
I am a big fan of the Audi S8. However, I like their earlier styling say around 2018-19. This is bland compared to some of the earlier models. Other than that, they are total luxury and a beast to drive.
The 2012 - 18-19 Audi's are all too homogeneous across the lineup. The new grille is finally adding some distinction.
Saw an S4 with the 3.0 and manual the other day, but assumed it was an A3 with some appearance options and exhaust mod like most Ive ever seen. Its one thing to have a refined and stealth/sleeper design, but they shouldn't be hiding amongst their own ranks.
agreed
Audi is my favorite brand. It's just out of my budget range.
at this point it is out of 99.9% of the human races budget range.
no physical buttons will seriously hurt a lot of brands and audi is on top of the list
I kind of dig it. 👍
Idk what’s more appalling that half of the comments is educating us that any car except Honda and Toyota are a sin or saying anything positive about the car and getting buried down by people who acts like inspector gurus on unreliability score for any cars they don’t love or own
These are the cars I love to buy after massive depreciation
Wow, wonderful engine
This car is extremely German. Which means it's extremely appealing, for a while. Until it starts to degrade. These things depreciate faster than almost anything else out there. Except for electric vehicles of course. Separately, really dislike this trend of American reviewers offhandedly referring to a hood as a bonnet. Knock it off
The fast EV depreciation is nearly behind us. Prices have stabilized a lot in 2024.
@@gregkramer5588 nonsense. It might appear that way because manufactures are selling them cheaper. The fact remains nobody wants them. They are a testament to scientific illiteracy
Kevin Barry getting offended because someone uses bonnet over hood 😂 what a sensitive princess 😂
@@MonicaHolly143 i'm sorry if the proper use of English bothers you. Enjoy ignorance
@@gregkramer5588 depreciation is only (slightly) lower because new prices have dropped dramatically.
Sad cars won’t exist like this in a few years
Be prepared for high maintenance costs and never ending oil leaks after 60k miles.
Reliability…
Kirk. You know us. If it isn’t reliable, it doesn’t exi-
That glossy black ski door will scratch and break in no time.
Kirk, Audi has such a low profile these days that sometimes I forget they exist. 😉
So glad those black brake calipers are included. Otherwise I wouldn't of bought one. But really?, radar cruise optional and part of a $4,000 package on a $120,000 base price car? MotoMan would say "Let's fix that."
still nice and luxurious for a 2019 model but with the new S-Class and 7-Series you can see that Audi is a little bit behind now with the interior design.
You did not engage launch control. Hit the sport traction button next time. I get high threes and I’m down on power by 100 hp in my D5 60.
Last of the true German F segment car, true quality. Mercedes S class and Bmw 7 series cann't compete anymore in the quality and build departement. This Audi is the last of its kind.... .
Only Lexus LS is better ....the best.
This thing is what 40k more than a SQ8?
and precisely who can afford it?
I think a full 3 Kirk’s would fit in the trunk.
Who let you out of your Toyotas? (I like and have both Toyotas and Audis)
Too bad they took the V8 out of the (in my opinion) otherwise more desirable S6.
Any new sub $25k car or SUV for 2025
Nice
Classy
Amd the interior of an A3.
Current gen Audi interior design language is such a L imo...looks too similar across your worst cars and best cars
D3 A8 was the best A8.
Kirk, please call it a hood, unless the car is English or you are of English heritage. The bonnet is a female head covering (from the 1800's)
Stuff it in the boot
😂@KirkKreifels good on you mate!
What a waste with all that shiny black on a 150k vehicle.
I’d puke if I were to total this S8 on day 1 of ownership 😮
If I had that much money to spend on a flagship I’m probably going Genesis G90. Powertrain and traction management aside, the S8 just isn’t interesting enough at $150k. It looks to similar to the rest of Audi’s sedan lineup. Secondly the backseat setup is seriously disappointing. It feels 10 years behind the competition if not more. Why are the cupholders so small? Where is the rear wireless phone charger? An infotainment system? Why are the seat controls on the door and also on the console? No wine/beverage chiller? And why…please tell me why there is SOO MUCH piano black plastic on their $150k flagship?! Aluminum, smoked chrome, micro suede, alcantara, carbon fiber, etc…surely there was a better option! It feels more like a gussied up Passat with a bunch of gimmicks when it should be knocking on the Panamera’s door.
wool socks to bed = sleep so good it eliminates need for caffeine🟤🟥🟩
Q. How do you sell a really expensive Audi?
A. Get in the passenger seat and let them enjoy a long test drive. Then come in and Ring That Bell!!!