2016 Audi S8 Base
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- Photo: Audi S8 plus front (24401296301) by Zytonits, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2016 Audi S8 TFSi Quattro Auto by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: AUDI S8 D4 (Typ 4H) China by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Audi S8 plus (D4) rear by Tokumeigakarinoaoshima, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Audi S8 plus (D4) interior by Tokumeigakarinoaoshima, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2016 Audi S8 Base is a 4.0-liter turbocharged V8 with an 8-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. It is rated at 18 mpg combined.
EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 25 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 4.0L Turbocharged V8 |
| Displacement | 4 L |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | All-Wheel Drive (quattro) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 15 MPG |
| Highway | 25 MPG |
| Combined | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium Unleaded |
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Tested, but no star ratings were published (2016 Audi S8 4 DR AWD).
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Audi S8. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Mar 23, 2022 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2013-2017 A8, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, and 2014-2017 RS7 vehicles. The turbocharger oil supply strainer can become blocked, causing wear to the bearings due to lack of lubrication.
Consequence: Worn bearings can cause the turbine wheel to contact the turbocharger housing or cause the shaft to break, causing an engine stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the oil strainer and perform an oil change, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 21H7.
NHTSA campaign 22V178000
Jul 7, 2020 · STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Audi S8 and A8 vehicles. The seal around the engine compartment may come loose and contact hot engine components.
Consequence: If the seal contacts hot engine components, there could be an increased risk of a fire.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install a retaining plate to prevent the engine compartment seal from loosening. The recall began September 4, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 51G6.
NHTSA campaign 20V397000
Jan 28, 2019 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Audi A8 and S8 vehicles. The fuel supply line for the high pressure fuel pump may become porous and leak fuel.
Consequence: Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of fire.
Remedy: Audi has notified owners, and dealers will install a fuel pressure damper, free of charge. The recall began February 21, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BM.
NHTSA campaign 19V057000
6 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2016 Audi S8
Owner Complaints
6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2016 Audi S8. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2016 AUDI S8. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.