The A8 L rides on a stretched wheelbase that provides more room and comfort for rear-seat passengers and uses the same engine as the A8.
The A8 L W12 upgrades to a 12-cylinder engine and a whopping 450 horsepower. It's the only 12-cylinder sedan from Germany's big three luxury brands with all-wheel drive.
The Audi S8 is powered by a 5.2-liter V10 and comes with a firmer suspension, faster steering, and bigger brakes. The S8 is distinguished by special trim and equipment inside and out. The S8 is perfect for triple digit speeds on wide-open highways and would be an excellent choice for a cross country race. It's also a good selection for getting away from enemy agents, for those in that line of work, particularly in bad weather. For driving through the neighborhood or in stop-and-go traffic, however, we found it suffers from an overly sensitive throttle that makes smooth takeoffs a bit too challenging.
For 2008, the A8 gets minor visual revisions and two new safety technologies: Audi Side Assist and Audi Lane Assist. Side assist warns of vehicles in the car's blind spots and Lane Assist alerts drivers when they have crossed lane lines without using a turn signal.
The Audi A8 retails at a lower price point than comparable Mercedes and BMW models, making it one of the better deals in its class. Next Page