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The 2021 Audi S8 is offered in a standalone trim, called the 4.0 TFSI. The Audi S8 is pretty loaded and comes with all the bells and whistles you'd expect from a car of this price range. The 2021 Audi S8's price starts from $130,900 MSRP. This is excluding a $995 destination fee which the S8 invites. 

Apart from the standard features, the 2021 Audi S8 also offers a number of packages and accessories such as the Black Optic Package ($1750), Red Brake Calliper Package ($500), S8 Executive Package ($5400), Full Leather Package ($5500), and much more. 

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The 2021 Audi S8 is indeed a luxurious and comfy sedan starting with a base price of $130,000 or more. Available in one single trim there are no other options to consider. Although the purchase of the Audi S8 might feel like a nightmare because of the heavy price, it does extend maximum facilities and features in it. So buying a new S8 is indeed worth buying and is also good for the money.

"With a twin-turbocharged V-8 quietly toiling away under the hood, the S8 can effortlessly blast you and three others to high speeds." - Car and Driver

The 2021 Audi S8 is equipped with a strong and powerful 4.0L twin-turbo V8 engine that delivers 563hp and 590lb-ft of torque. The S8 also gets a mild-hybrid configuration, roping in a 48-volt battery pack that aims at enhancing the engine’s effectiveness and efficiency.

The 2021 Audi S8 employs a quick-shifting ZF 8-speed automatic transmission that routes all the grunt to all 4 wheels of this sedan as the S8 comes standard with Audi's Quattro AWD drivetrain. The S8 also gets features such as a torque-vectoring rear differential, rear-wheel steering, and an active suspension system. 

The 2021 BMW M760i xDrive's 6.6L V12 engine is the biggest mill in this comparison, belting out the maximum power. The S8 isn't far behind either with 563 ponies tucked underneath its hood. The Maserati Quattroporte GTS's 3.8L V8 and Porsche Panamera GTS's 4.0L V8 slot in the lower half with 530 hp and 473 hp respectively. 

The 2021 Audi S8 is capable of going from 0-60 MPH in just 3.8 seconds and can reach a quarter-mile in 11.9 seconds at a speed of 118 miles per hour. The 2021 Audi S8 also posts an electronically capped top speed of 155 mph, which is 25 mph more than the standard A8’s peak speed. 

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The 2021 Audi S8 doesn’t have the most frugal engine of the lot, however, it does a fair job on the highways. The 2021 Audi S8 returns a city/highway/combined mpg of 13/22/16. The S8 also gets plenty of techs to save that precious fossil fuel such as cylinder deactivation and a mild-hybrid setup with a small electric motor and battery.

The 2021 Audi S8 gets a fuel tank capacity of 21.7 gallons, which happens to be one of the deepest fuel tanks in the segment. The S8's decent mpg figures along with the cavernous fuel tank lend it an impressive highway range of 477 miles. 

All the rivals in this comparison are more or less in the same ballpark in terms of fuel efficiency. The BMW M760i xDrive's mpg figures are at par with that of the S8, while the Maserati Quattroporte GTS is slightly more fuel-efficient returning 17 mpg combined. 

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"A sumptuous mix of exotic and high-quality materials cover nearly every inch of the cabin. Once you look at the finer details, the interior becomes even more impressive." - Carbuzz

The 2021 Audi S8's interior is extremely luxurious and filled with all kinds of high-tech gadgetry to play with. The conventional buttons have been replaced with motion sensors and touch panels. Moreover, the S8 also provides the best cabin space in comparison to its rivals. There are not many changes in the S8, and its insides look just as classy as the regular A8, exuding elegance and poise. Though there are some elements that differentiate the S8 from the A8, such as the “S” badging on the steering wheel and carbon-vector dashboard inlay. 

The Audi S8 is a sport sedan, but this notion does not compel it to sacrifice in the terms of comfort. The S8 offers a ton of space in all directions for the front and rear passengers, likewise. The front seats of the S8 can be switched between 18 different power adjustments and offer heating, cooling, and massage features. 

The 2021 Audi S8 offers just 12.5 cubic feet of cargo space, which is not a respectable figure for a sedan of this segment. The major reason behind this downside is the standard all-wheel-drive system of the Audi S8 that robs it of its trunk space.

The infotainment system inside the 2021 Audi S8 is indeed excellent and functioning. The S8's cabin gets a number of screens, including a 12.3-inch full HD Virtual Cockpit digital instrument cluster, a 10.1-inch focal infotainment display, and an 8.6-inch lower display to adjust seating and climate control settings.

 Audi also offers a Rear Seat Connectivity Package for the S8 that includes 2 detachable 10.1-inch Android-based Audi tablets. Some of the other most prominent interior and infotainment features of the 2021 Audi S8 are:

• Four-zone automatic climate control
• Active climate control shutters
• Heated four-spoke multifunction steering wheel with shift paddles
• Power tilt and telescopic adjustable steering column with memory
• Carbon Vector upper inlays and Dark Matte Brushed Aluminum lower inlays
• Heated and ventilated 22-way power Comfort Sport front seats
• Audi virtual cockpit
• MMI Navigation plus
• Audi Connect 
• Apple CarPlay
• Android Auto
• MMI Radio Plus
• Bang & Olufsen Premium sound system with 17 speakers

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"The look is clean and conservative on the outside, high-tech and smartly appointed on the inside." - TheCarConnection

The 2021 Audi S8 also has a delicate and magnificent design philosophy. The laser-sharp focus by the HD Matrix-design Audi high beam lights gives it a sharp and sophisticated look. Also, the available OLED rear ambient lighting adds to the exterior looks. The iconic single-frame grille with platinum double slats gives it a sporty appearance.

From the side, the S8 looks exactly the same as the 2021 Audi A8, carrying forward the typical long sedan silhouette. The rear part of the ride is carried forward from the Audi A8 with very minor changes. Highlights such as the trunk lid spoiler and the thin light bar, that runs across the width of the trunk hood are exactly similar to the A8. 

The elements that will help you recognize an S8 over the A8 include elements such as the new 21-inch 5-double spoke S design wheels, S model exhaust vents, LED taillights and headlights with dynamic indicators, power-folding side mirrors, aluminum optic exterior side mirrors, power soft closing doors and power trunk open & close.

Audi S8's dimensions make it the heaviest sedan in the array when compared to the rivals. Also, it is the lengthiest, broader and tallest sedan than others in the line-up. BMW M760i beats others in terms of wheelbase. While the dimensions of the Porsche Panamera GTS make it the most compact sedan in this comparison. The Audi S8 is a handsome car that looks classy yet sporty at the same time. Some of the exterior features that help this offering from the Audi pull of two characters at the same time are:

• 20" 5-double-spoke S design wheels
• Singleframe grille
• S-model quad exhaust outlets
• HD Matrix-design LED headlights
• LED taillights with dynamic indicators
• Auto-dimming, power-folding, heated exterior side mirrors with memory
• LED turn signals integrated into the exterior side mirror housings
• Aluminum-optic exterior side mirror housings
• Power soft-closing doors
• Power trunk, open/close

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While giving heed to the beauty aspects, the 2021 Audi S8 didn’t forget to take a look at its safety measures which is the most important thing when it comes to vehicles. Although the 2021 Audi S8 has not been crash-tested yet by NHTSA and IIHS, considering the German build quality, we can be confident that the S8 would be one safe car.

Audi over time has earned a reputation for making some of the most reliable and safest vehicles in the industry. It does not compromise on safety and get plenty of active and passive safety features. Some of the standout safety features aboard the 2021 S8 are as follows: 

• Advanced Airbag Protection System with 9 airbags
• Safety package front, with front center airbag and illuminated safety belt buckles
• Front passenger occupant detection for airbags
• Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) in rear seats
• Electronic Stability Control (ESC) with secondary collision brake assist and traction control (ASR)
• Rearview camera
• Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-pressure Distribution (EBD) and brake assist
• Tire-pressure monitoring system
• Electromechanical parking brake

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2021 Audi S8 vs 2021 BMW M760i xDrive

The 2021 BMW M760i is the most expensive and powerful vehicle between the two. Audi S8 offers a V8 but the 2021 M760i comes with a V12 engine and still manages to post comparably similar economy figures. The S8 scores better in terms of tech as Audi's infotainment system is quite intuitive and easy to use, unlike BMW's iDrive infotainment system. The 2021 BMW M760i offers a significantly high amount of interior space than the S8. Between the two, BMW is a better choice if you don't take price into consideration.

2021 Audi S8 vs 2021 Maserati Quattroporte GTS

The 2021 Maserati Quattroporte GTS offers a slightly reduced performance than the S8 owing to its smaller engine capacity. It might be slower than the S8 but it has the best braking performance thanks to its large and powerful brake rotors. Between these two, the 2021 Audi S8 offers better performance, a higher range, and an inviting cabin. The only advantage that the Quattroporte has over the S8 is its bigger boot and better visual appeal. Between the two, the Audi S8 makes for a better choice.

2021 Audi S8 is indeed a premium choice when it comes to sedans. But the truth is that there are better ones parked near this. Audi S8 does have only one single trim level and you can't access it for more. In that 4.0 TFSI trim, Audi has managed to provide the maximum features which are available in its rivals too. But you will get to have a high-class luxury sports sedan at your home for just $130,000. Since it is the least expensive than other rivals except for Maserati Quattroporte GTS. Audi S8 is quite popular and reliable which makes it totally worth the money.

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