> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.carexplore.com.au/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # 2024 Audi S8 Review: Luxury Meets Supercar Performance - URL: https://www.carexplore.com.au/2024-audi-s8-review-luxury-meets-supercar-performance/ - Published: 2024-10-01T16:37:43.000Z - Updated: 2024-10-01T16:37:43.000Z - Description: The 2024 Audi S8, starting at $118,995, boasts a 563-hp bi-turbo V8, reaching 60 mph in 3.2 seconds. With Quattro AWD, predictive suspension, and a luxurious tech-filled interior, it blends supercar performance with executive comfort, despite high fuel consumption. - Author: Mehedi Hasan - Tags: Car Reviews, 2024, Audi S8, 2024 Audi S8 Review, Audi, Luxury Sedan, Audi Sedan, Luxury Brand, Luxury, Premium Sedan, Audi Australia, Australian Market The 2024 Audi S8 continues to impress as a high-performance luxury sedan, blending opulent comfort with supercar-like acceleration. This flagship model showcases Audi's engineering prowess, offering a compelling package for executives who demand both luxury and thrilling performance. ## Key Specifications: - Engine: 4.0-liter bi-turbo V8 petrol with 48-volt mild-hybrid system - Power: 563 hp (420 kW) at 6000 rpm - Torque: 590 lb-ft (800 Nm) at 2050-4500 rpm - Transmission: 8-speed automatic - Drivetrain: Quattro all-wheel drive - 0-60 mph: 3.2 seconds (tested) - Top Speed: 155 mph (electronically limited) - Fuel Economy: 14 mpg city / 23 mpg highway (EPA estimated) ![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/2024/10/1920x1080_usspec_S8_2021_3338_US-1.jpg) ## Pricing: Starting at approximately **$118,995** ## Performance: The S8's twin-turbo V8 delivers explosive acceleration, propelling the car from 0-60 mph in just 3.2 seconds. The quattro all-wheel drive system ensures optimal traction, while the predictive active suspension provides a smooth ride and improved cornering abilities. The car's agility is further enhanced by rear-wheel steering and a torque-vectoring rear differential. ![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/2024/10/1920x1080_v3_MY20-S8-_4--TIF-.jpg) ![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/2024/10/1920x1080_usspec_S8_2021_3332_US.jpg) ![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/2024/10/1920x1080_usspec_S8_2021_3261_US.jpg) ![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/2024/10/1920x1080_2020-Audi-S5-coupe-006-sport-rear-differential-1.jpg) ## Interior and Technology: - Dual touchscreen infotainment system (10.1-inch upper, 8.6-inch lower) - 12.3-inch Virtual Cockpit Plus digital instrument cluster - Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto - 17-speaker Bang & Olufsen 3D sound system - Valcona leather upholstery - Heated, ventilated, and massaging front seats ![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/2024/10/1920x1080_MY20-S8-Black-Dash-Navigation.jpg) ![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/2024/10/1920x1080_e-tron-speakers-2022.jpg) ![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/2024/10/1920x1080_S8_A220813_large.jpg) ![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/2024/10/1920x1080_usspec_S8_2021_3333_US.jpg) ## Safety Features: - Adaptive cruise control (with Executive package) - Lane-keeping assist and lane-centering assist - Blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert - Night vision assists with marking lights - Semi-automatic parking assist ![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/2024/10/1920x1080_remote-park-assist-a8_edited.jpg) ![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/2024/10/1920x1080_2019-Audi-A8-technology-s4-02-driver-assist-02.jpg) ![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/2024/10/1920x1080_2020-Audi-A8-047_1920.jpg) ![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/2024/10/1920x1080_2019-a8-intersection-assistant.jpg) ![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/2024/10/1920x1080_d6bd9405-0848-49e2-a05e-aff3073ee23e.jpg) ## Pros: - Exceptional performance and acceleration - Luxurious and tech-laden interior - Smooth ride quality with advanced suspension system - Impressive handling for a large sedan ## Cons: - High fuel consumption - Some advanced safety features require additional packages - Understated styling may not appeal to all luxury buyers ## Final Comments: The 2024 Audi S8 successfully combines the comfort of a luxury sedan with the performance of a sports car. Its blend of cutting-edge technology, refined interior, and exhilarating driving dynamics make it a standout choice in the high-performance luxury segment. ![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/2024/10/1920x1080_0-S8_CAM_EXT_360_020.jpg) ## Ending Statement: For those seeking a discreet yet powerful luxury sedan, the Audi S8 offers a compelling mix of comfort, technology, and performance that few rivals can match. > **ALSO:** [**Explore Everything Audi** ](https://www.carexplore.com.au/tag/audi/) > **ALSO:** [**Explore Audi RS4 Avant** ](https://www.carexplore.com.au/tag/audi-rs4-avant/)