Audi A8

19972015 · 20 configurations

Lowest
18
Average
19
Best
22

The Audi A8 has been tested by the EPA across 20 different configurations spanning model years 1997 through 2015. Over this period, the A8 has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 18 MPG to 22 MPG, with an overall average of 19 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2015
4L 8-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium
$3,150183022MPG
2015
3L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium
$3,150192922MPG
2014
4L 8-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium
$3,300172821MPG
2014
3L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium
$3,300182821MPG
2013
3L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium
$3,300182821MPG
2013
4L 8-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium
$3,300172821MPG
2012
4.2L 8-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium
$3,300182821MPG
2011
4.2L 8-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium
$3,300172721MPG
2010
4.2L 8-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Premium
$3,850162318MPG
2009
4.2L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Premium
$3,850162318MPG
2008
4.2L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Premium
$3,850162318MPG
2007
4.2L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Premium
$3,850162318MPG
2006
4.2L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Premium
$3,850162218MPG
2005
4.2L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Premium
$3,850162218MPG
2003
4.2L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$3,850152318MPG
1999
3.7L 8-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$3,850152418MPG
1998
3.7L 8-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$3,850152418MPG
1998
4.2L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$3,850152318MPG
1997
3.7L 8-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$3,850152418MPG
1997
4.2L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$3,850152318MPG

Historical Efficiency

2015
22
2014
21
2013
21
2012
21
2011
21
2010
18
2009
18
2008
18
2007
18
2006
18
2005
18
2003
18
1999
18
1998
18
1997
18

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (A8) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Audi A8. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Audi Audi A8 grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
41
Total Deaths
17

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
7.3%
Fire Occurrence
4.9%
Speeding Involved
31.7%
DUI Involved
29.3%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

80%
Front
11%
Side
9%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2022
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.25
2021
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2020
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2019
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.20
2018
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2017
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2016
Fatal Crashes7
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.14
2015
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.25
2014
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.75

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2015
1
2013
5
2010
1
2007
1
2006
2
2005
1
1999
2
1998
2
1997
2
Critical
Moderate
Advisory