Frequently you will find that buyers of the Audi S8 are very excited about their new car. The S8 has held a place among the top of the S8 line of car for a long time. It is an important automobile, and the 2008 model is no different in that respect. The Audi S8 comes under the heading of sedan models that are fun to drive.

Audi S8 Engine Specs

The restyled S8 Base is equipped with a Volkswagen 5.2-liter 10-cylinder engine that utilizes a total of 40 valves. The engine is paired with a Volkswagen 6-speed transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Audi.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The S8 has power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The car uses air front springs and air in the rear.

The fuel system for the 2008 S8 is a traditional Bosch MED-9.1, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 14.50 gallons.

Vehicle Statistics

The S8 is 168.70 inches long, 77.40 inches wide, and 56.00 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 101.50 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.

The standard warranty period for the S8 is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the sedan market.

The listed retail price in 2008 (MSRP) was $25,930, with an invoice cost of $24,115. This price is above average of the industry average price for a four-door Sedan.

Fuel Efficiency

The 2008 S8 gets 29 miles/gallon on the highway and only 21 in the city. This is exceptional for a sedan car.

The vehicle is available in Brilliant Black, Brilliant Red, Deep Sea Pearl, Ibis White, Ice Silver Metallic, Lava Gray Pearl, Misano Red Pearl Effect, Ocean Blue Pearl Effect, and Sprint Blue.

We Think...

There are several reasons why the Audi S8 Base sold well in 2008. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Audi, specifically a S8.

Tags: 4-Door, Audi S8, Base, Sedan, United States market

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