Style & Design

The A8 is stunning in its full-size stature. LED taillights with dynamic turn signals come standard while HD Matrix-Design LED headlights (which run parallel with the Singleframe^® grille) are available for enhancement. Its 19-inch wheels feature a 15-spoke design while both the side mirrors and trunk add a power-operated element.

Enter the cabin via the power soft-closing doors to find a thoughtfully curated array of luxurious materials. Valetta leather upholsters the seats while walnut wood trims the inlays. Ambient lighting makes for a relaxing journey toward Le Mistral, and available rear-matrix LED reading lights will leave your passengers just as comfortable. Meanwhile, a panoramic sunroof with blackout shades tops off the interior.

Comfort & Technology

From the MMI^® touch response system to the Audi virtual cockpit, the A8 is one well-fitted sedan. Sound exudes through 17 speakers with Bang & Olufsen^® 3D Premium Sound for a theatrical aura. Whether that sound stems from Apple CarPlay™, Android Auto™ or the HD Radio™ is up to you.

As the first Level 3 self-driving capable car upon its release, the A8 does it all. Audi adaptive cruise assist, turn and intersection assist and Audi pre sense^® 360 are all available to accompany you on your Rice University drives. The parking system plus comes standard with front and rear acoustic sensors, so you'll never have to fret about your arrival again.

Performance

Enthused by a 3.0-liter V6 engine that produces 335 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque, the A8 proves itself a well-rounded threat. Its eight-speed Tiptronic^® automatic transmission with quattro^® all-wheel drive redefines a smooth ride, and standard Audi adaptive air suspension with available predictive active suspension only adds to the finesse.