Used 2017 Audi S8 Plus for sale 

Priced at $115,900, the Audi S8 is available in a single trim, named Plus for this year. There is no scarcity of standard features available with the sedan. The high-performance full-size luxury sedan offers 21-inch alloy wheels and Audi Drive Select as standard. It further offers automatic high-beam control, a power trunk lid, and a sunroof as standard features.

In addition to the galore of standard features, there are several optional features available with the sedan. The Driver Assistance package adds adaptive cruise control, Audi Pre Sense Plus, and active lane-keeping assist features. On the other hand, the Dynamic package offers ceramic brake rotors and a sport exhaust. Other available packages are Cold Weather, Full Leather, Audi Design Selection, and Black Optic.

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The 2017 Audi S8 Sedan is offered in a single Plus trim. Nonetheless, we suggest opting for the Dynamic package for enhancing the track speed. The package further adds carbon fiber details, ceramic brakes, and a sport exhaust. The 2017 S8 with Dynamic Package comes out to be the best value for money combination for the sedan.

The power duties are carried out by a 4.0L turbocharged V8 engine, which is paired with Audi's 8-speed automatic transmission. The engine is rated for generating a whopping 605 horsepower and 517 lb.-ft. of torque.

While the engine power is maximum amongst the class rival, torque offering bests only 487 lb.-ft. offered by the Bentley Flying Spur V8. The gear shifts are smooth and strong performing really well.

Bentley Flying Spur V8 also delivers the least-in-league engine power of 500 hp. Though Porsche Panamera Turbo offers an impressive 567 lb.-ft. of torque, Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 4MATIC bests it with 664 lb-ft. The second position in power offering is held by Mercedes with 577 hp.

Acceleration

The sedan boasts a lightning-quick acceleration. It can hit the 60 MPH mark after a mere 3.7 seconds as you apply pressure on the race pad. It covers a quarter-mile in an impressive 11.6 seconds.

The S8 Sedan receives tough competition from the Porsche Panamera Turbo in terms of acceleration and power output. Nonetheless, the acceleration is smooth and available on all gears in the Audi S8 Plus.

The Panamera Turbo is the fastest of the bunch, taking 3.6 seconds to reach 60mph and 11.5 seconds to pass the quarter-mile. The Audi comes in at second place taking 3.7 seconds to reach 60mph and 11.6 seconds to cross the quarter-mile. Mercedes and Bentley follow after that.

Ride and Handling

In addition to the impressive 605 horsepower, the S8 Sedan boasts a superb combination of sport suspension and recalibrated steering. As such, driving the S8 Plus is enthralling and a mesmerizing experience. The sophisticated 5-link front suspension paired with the Quattro AWD allows for tackling curves with confidence.

If the road conditions get worse, worry not as the adaptive air suspension is there. It can be set in one of the three modes available, namely Comfort, Dynamic, and Automatic. Even though the Audi S8 is a big sedan, the ride quality and handling are not so sophisticated. The steering is impressive, though the steering wheel might feel numb at times. Overall, the riding experience is rewarding.

Braking

The S8 Sedan not only boasts an agile acceleration but also a sprightly braking power. The ride flaunts a 15.7-inch front brake coupled with a smaller 14-inch rear brake. When decelerated fully and continually from 70 MPH, the sedan comes to a complete halt at a distance of 156 feet. This is better than the 167 ft. required by the Flying Spur V8.

Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 4MATIC also has a requirement of 156 feet of stopping distance at 70 MPH. Though Porsche Panamera Turbo has a better 153 feet requirement, this isn't as impressive as that of the S8 Sedan. It is so because even after being 287 lbs. lighter and having bigger brakes, the ride can cut only 3 feet of stopping distance.

The powerful 4.0L Twin-Turbo V8 engine is throaty. The S8 Plus Sedan offers 15 mpg in cities and delivers 24 mpg on highways. The ride offers a combined fuel economy of 18 mpg, the same as that offered by the AMG S63 4MATIC. The S8 Plus has a fuel capacity of 21.7 gallons and offers a combined range of 390 miles.

Anyways, the Porsche Panamera Turbo offers the best-combined fuel economy of 25 mpg in the competition. Individually, the ride offers 18 and 25 mpg, respectively in cities and on highways. The Panamera also has the biggest fuel tank of 23.7 gallons, followed by the Audi with a 21.7-gallon tank and the Mercedes with a 21.1 gallon one. The Bentley gets a 20-gallon fuel capacity and offers the least combined range of 340 miles.

The 2017 avatar of the Audi S8 Sedan has ample space for accommodating a total of 5 persons. The ride has 37.2 and 41.4 inches of headroom and legroom, respectively in the front. While the front headroom is the least in the competition, legroom is second only to 41.6 inches boasted by the Flying Spur V8. Besides space, the seating is comfy and cozy.

As soon as you're inside the cabin of the S8 Sedan, it becomes evident that it can't get much better. The interior has everything to be called a posh and luxurious cabin as Audi has mostly used premium material. The gear selector is much like the throttle lever of an airplane

In the back, the S8 Sedan has 38.1 and 38.7 inches of headroom and legroom, respectively. The headroom is the maximum offering among the class rivals. Bentley Flying Spur V8 offers the most rear legroom of 42.2 inches in the competition. The AMG S63 4MATIC has the most cramped rear legroom of 34.1 inches.

Other than that, the interior boasts:

• 18-way power-operated and heated front seats
• Driver and passenger lumbar support
• Excellent leather and wood trims
• Heated rear seats and heated steering wheel [Optional]
• Key Fob keyless remote entry
• Seats with massaging functions [Optional]

Infotainment System

The infotainment system is one of the most intuitive systems available inside the S8 Plus sedan. It is paired with an 8-inch central touchscreen. In addition to touch support, the infotainment system can also be controlled via a dial and some buttons. Along with voice recognition, the system also provides support for handwriting recognition.

For audio experience, the infotainment system comes with a 14-speaker BOSE surround-sound system. Though connectivity via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi hotspot is available, there is no USB port available. The system comes with support for CD/DVD and an iPod interface. Satellite and HD Radio are also available. For enhanced navigation, S8 Sedan comes with the Audi Connect. Other features include-

• 8-inch central touchscreen infotainment unit
• 14-speaker Bose surround-sound system
• Bluetooth Connectivity
• WiFi Hotspot
• Voice Recognition
• Audi Connect
• Satellite and HD Radio

Cargo Capacity

One of the biggest downers for the 2017 S8 is the limited storage capacity. The luxury sedan offers a mere 14.2 cubic feet of storage space with the rear seat up, while the rear seat folding option is unavailable. This number is the least among the competition, and some rivals offer a much better cargo area.

Porsche Panamera Turbo offers the most cargo volume of 17.4 cubic feet with rear seat up, followed by the Bentley Flying Spur offering 16.7 cu-ft and the Merc with 16.3. Furthermore, the Porsche Panamera Turbo is the only ride in the competition to offer a rear seat folding option. With it, the ride expands the storage space to 46 cubic feet.

The S8 luxury sedan comes gifted with a precisely sculpted hood and LED headlights. The standard length of the sedan has been set at 202.6 inches. The performance version of the S8 Sedan offers 21-inch wheels, distinguished tailpipes, a rear diffuser, and side sills.

The exterior of the 2017 Audi S8 Sedan is good but not great. Amazingly, the ride ditches the fluidity of S-Class for a more conventional shape. An intricately sculpted hood along with the massive trapezoidal grille gives the S8 an aggressive yet classy stance.

At 4685 lbs, the 2017 Audi S8 Sedan is heavier than the Porsche Panamera Turbo. However, it is lighter than the Flying Spur V8 and AMG S63 4MATIC. Ground clearance and wheelbase for the ride are 4.6 and 117.9 inches, respectively. The ground clearance is the lowest in the competition. Porsche Panamera Turbo has the most ground clearance of 5.6 inches among its class rivals. Nonetheless, it has some amazing exterior feats, including:

• An intricately sculpted hood
• Massive, trapezoidal grille
• Signature LED strip beneath the sharp LED headlights
• Standard 21-inch alloy wheels
• Sunroof
• Rear diffuser
• Wide quad tailpipes

Neither NHTSA nor IIHS ratings are available for the 2017 Audi S8. Nonetheless, the ride comes with a galore of safety features. Features like Dual-stage, front thorax side, knee, side curtain, and rear passenger thorax side airbags are standard. Standard safety features include ABS and driveline traction control, airbag occupancy sensor, and rear child safety locks. To further step up safety and reliability, the sedan comes with the optional Driver Assistance package. It adds adaptive cruise control, active lane assist, and Audi Pre Sense features. Major safety features include-

• Audi pre sense basic Forward Collision and Audi pre sense rear Rear Collision
• Audi Side Assist Blind Spot Sensor
• Front And Rear Parking Sensors
• SIDE GUARD Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
• Driver And Passenger Knee Airbag and Rear Side-Impact Airbag
• Airbag Occupancy Sensor
• Rear Child Safety Locks
• First Aid Kit
• ABS And Driveline Traction Control
• Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

Audi S8 vs Bentley Flying Spur V8

At an initial price of $189,000, Bentley Flying Spur V8 is the priciest ride amongst its segment. Despite boasting a 4.0L turbocharged V8 VVT engine, the ride offers the least horsepower and torque in the fraternity. The engine produces 500 horsepower and 487 lb.-ft. of torque. The Bentley suits people who want a flashy car that is a style statement, and that’s something that announces your arrival wherever you go.

It is an ultimatum of handcrafted luxury, which perfectly suits people who want to self drive or to be in the luxurious back seats. When it comes to choosing between the two, it comes to personal preference. If you want a powerful executive full-size sports sedan with all the luxury and tech, go for the Audi. For more of a traditional style statement approach, go for the Bentley. 

Audi S8 VS Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 4MATIC

With a 5.5L Bi-turbo V8 engine at its disposal, Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 4MATIC relishes an impressive 577 horsepower. The ride is even better in terms of torque, which is rated at 664 lb.-ft, maximum among the class rivals. S63 4MATIC relies on a 7-speed automatic transmission.

The Mercedes is undoubtedly the better driving machine of the both. It has excellent driving dynamics and corner carving abilities. But when it comes to practicality, the S8 takes the cake. Even though the Merc offers marginally better cargo area, the S8 has better second row space and offers more comfort. 

Audi S8 VS Porsche Panamera Turbo

A perfect balance of performance and luxury is what the Porsche Panamera Turbo has to offer. The ride with an initial price tag of $146,900 flaunts a 4.0L Twin-Turbocharged V8 engine. It is rated for producing 550 hp of power and 567 lb.-ft. of torque, both of which are impressive. The S8 is really competitive to the Panamera Turbo, but the Porsche is the more premium looking and feeling car to be in.

Fine craftsmanship of Porsche cannot be matched by the Audi. The Audi has a simpler styling and design language. The Audi is the more powerful car, but there is only a minor difference when it comes to real world performance. Choose the Porsche for a more refined and premium experience, go for the Audi for more practicality and functionality,

The 2017 Audi S8 is one of the most comprehensive full-size luxury sedans available. Its super performance just makes it better than all the previous iterations of the S8 Sedan. Its opening price is also the lowest available among its class rivals. All in all, the S8 luxury sedan outshines the competition. If you can absorb the issues like small trunk space and less ground clearance, then the ride is the one to add to your options list.