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2013 Audi

A8

Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Sup Charg

Audi A8: best and worst years

Overview

Body
Midsize CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Drivetrain
All-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Transmission
Automatic (S8)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel
PremiumEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Engine & performance

HP
333
Power to weight
0.074 hp/lb
Axle ratio
3.20
Cyl
6EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Aspiration
SuperchargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Start-stop system
NoEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
28 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City
18 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb
21 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr
$3,650EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
CO₂
418 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Eco Score
5/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score
5/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Length
207 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Width
77 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Height
57 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Wheelbase
123 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Curb Weight
4,530 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Pass. Vol
100 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Cargo Vol
15 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Forward-collision warning
Optional
Lane-departure warning
No
Recalls
6
Owner complaints
49
Theft rate
1.6 per 1,000 produced (CY 2013 federal data)

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • ENGINE54%
  • FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM7%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER7%
  • SERVICE BRAKES6%
  • POWER TRAIN4%
  • SUSPENSION4%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 67 total.

Audi A8: best and worst years

Federal investigations NHTSA defect investigations, model year

  • EA22001opened Apr 4, 2022ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:FILTER/SCREEN

    Engine Stall - Turbo Failure

  • PE21009opened Mar 29, 2021ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:FILTER/SCREEN

    Engine Stall - Turbo Failure

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

1,341 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • May 26, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERAOS-26-25

    This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct the issue: The ODIS Audi Brand update 2.41.1 is setting a ODS5003E error code when you perform the 90TV SVM flash.

  • May 6, 2026POWER TRAINTSB_2074808_4

    The high-voltage batteries in electric vehicles are subject to various ageing effects which could lead to the energy content (energy density) being reduced. This reduction in the energy content, which is due to factors. Revised header. Added Model years

  • Apr 30, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERTSB_2022032_12

    This bulletin provides diagnostic information for the vehicle locking system.

  • Apr 22, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERTSB_2070568_6

    This bulletin provides information about professional noise analysis with the VAS 611 015 PICO-NVH tool

  • Mar 27, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERTSB_2081531_1

    This Reporting obligation requests that technicians contact the Technical Assistance Center (TAC) when the diagnostic tester refers to this reportin gobligation or to TPI 2033392.

  • Mar 26, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTSB_2081409_1

    This bulletin provides informaiton regarding the Universal Traffic Recorder.

  • Mar 24, 2026SUSPENSIONTSB_2023187_8

    This bulletin provides informaiotn regarding squeaking noises when steering or maneuvering.

  • Mar 20, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTSB_2081405_1

    This bulletin provides informaiotn about various infortainment system complaints.

  • and 1,333 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / 50k mi
Powertrain
4 yr / 50k mi
Roadside assistance
4 yr
Maintenance
3 yr / 30k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.