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2023 Audi

S8

Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.0 L, Turbo

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2023 Audi S8 (photo 1 of 2)

Closest available photo (2024 model year); you're viewing the 2023.

2024 photoCalreyn88CC BY-SA 4.0via Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Transmission
Automatic (S8)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

Axle ratio
3.20

Efficiency

Smog score
3/10
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Safety NHTSA record NHTSA, model year

Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Forward-collision warning
Standard
Lane-departure warning
Standard
Recalls
2
Owner complaints
0 See on NHTSA

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

751 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 22, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTSB_2080517_4

    This bulletin provides informaiotn when the starter battery is discharged or defective.

  • May 20, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTSB_2071986_5

    This bulletin provides informaiotn when there is a message in the myAudi app "Connection to vehicle required; Remote park assist (RPA) not working.

  • May 15, 2026VISIBILITY/WIPERTSB_2067557_2

    This bulletin provides informaiton when the windscreen/rear window washer pump is not working (B126101, B126113).

  • May 13, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTSB_2076264_6

    This bulletin provides repair instructions for the overhead view camera; gen 3.

  • May 8, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTSB_2077443_3

    This bulletin provides information when the convenience openeing does not work.

  • 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, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTSB_2080517_3

    This bulletin provides informaiotn when the starter battery is discharged or defective.

  • and 743 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

Source: media.audiusa.com as of 2026-06

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.