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Audi S8 D3

Headline trim: 5.2 V10 quattro — 444 bhp, 0-62 in 5.1s.

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Verdict
A
BHP
444 bhp
0–60
5.1 s
Top speed
155 mph
MPG
17 mpg (US)
Used
$13,000-$36,000

Strengths

  • 5.2 V10 — Gallardo-derived
  • Sleeper limo
  • Quattro

Weaknesses

  • V10 service costs
  • Air suspension wear
  • Heavy

Notable tech

  • D3 platform — aluminium
  • 5.2 V10 (Lamborghini Gallardo derived)
  • Quattro Torsen
  • 6-speed Tiptronic

Common issues

  • V10 service costs
  • Carbon build-up
  • Air suspension compressor

Engine derivatives

US-spec trims and engines offered across D3's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.

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5.2 FSI V10 quattro
BHP444
Torque540 Nm
0–605.1 s
Top155 mph
MPG (US)17 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox6AT