Snapshot
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EPA Fuel Economy:
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City:
15
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16
Highway:
21
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23
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Available Engines:
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350-hp, 4.2-liter V-8 (premium)
450-hp, 6.0-liter W-12 (premium)
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| Available Transmissions: |
6-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual
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New or Notable
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 What We Like
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 What We Don't
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| • | V-8 or W-12 engine | | • | Bang & Olufsen stereo option | | • | Six-speed Tiptronic automatic | | • | 10 airbags, including knee airbags | | • | Standard- or extended-length body |
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| + | Performance | | + | Easy maneuverability for its size | | + | Interior space, especially in A8 L | | + | Refinement |
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| - | Excessive downshifting on upgrades | | - | Fuel economy | | - | Price |
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Vehicle Summary
For 2008, Audi's flagship A8 full-size luxury sedan receives updates to its steering and air suspension systems that are intended to enhance the car's driving performance. There are also newly available safety features like lane assist and side assist, which alerts drivers when other vehicles are alongside them. Competitors include the BMW 7 Series, Lexus LS 460 and Mercedes-Benz S-Class, and the A8 is available in regular- and long-wheelbase form.
Read more 
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http://www.cars.com/go/crp/research.jsp?section=summary&crpPage=summary.jsp&makeid=4&modelid=23&year=2008&myid=9627&logtype=6&revid=&aff=national
