2018 Audi A8 for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 10.5 to 12.4 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 10.5 to 12.4 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 2018 Audi A8 for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
2018 Audi A8 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.0L 6-cylinder supercharged | 4.0L 8-cylinder turbo |
| Drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 12.6 L/100 km | 15.1 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.0 L/100 km | 9.1 L/100 km |
| Combined | 10.5 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 247 g/km | 290 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $18.38 | $21.70 |
2018 Audi A8: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.0 L | 4.0 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 19 | 16 |
| MPG highway (US) | 29 | 26 |
| MPG combined (US) | 22 | 19 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 26 | 23 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 425 L (15 cu ft) | 425 L (15 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,750 | US$4,350 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $3,676 | $4,340 |
| Dimension | A8 4dr Sedan | A8l 4dr Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5.17 m (204 in) | 5.30 m (209 in) |
| Width | 1.95 m (77 in) | 1.95 m (77 in) |
| Height | 1.47 m (58 in) | 1.47 m (58 in) |
| Wheelbase | 3.00 m (118 in) | 3.13 m (123 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,995 kg (4,398 lb) | 2,030 kg (4,475 lb) |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov); dimensions and curb weight are NHTSA vPIC Canadian vehicle specifications, by body. Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2018 Audi A8
- NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- No owner complaints are on file with NHTSA for this model year.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20V397000 | 2020-07-07 | 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. |
| 19V035000 | 2019-01-16 | fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:fuel rail | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Q7, A6 and A7 vehicles, and 2015-2018 Audi A8 vehicles. The left and right fuel rails may leak fuel. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 2018 Audi A8?
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2018 Audi A8 for sale by us right now. This page puts the 2018 Audi A8 in plain words for buyers: what it uses, what to check, and how to try one first.
What to check on the A8
Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace.
Reading the spec sheet
Its 3.0L 6-cylinder supercharged drives through an 8-speed automatic. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. All-wheel drive sends power to all four wheels, which helps on snow and wet roads; good tires still matter most.
It is rated at 10.5 L/100 km combined; 300 km takes about 32 litres. In energy, every 100 km costs about $18.38 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$3,750 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Who rents the A8
It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy. It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month.
Room inside
It is a straightforward car to drive, park and live with. Measured bumper to bumper, it is 5.17 m. Check the size of a tight parking spot. The EPA lists 425 litres for luggage, roughly a family's bags for a long weekend.
A longer test drive
If the A8 is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge. Try the A8 on your commute, then decide. Rent the A8 for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one.
Picking a year and a trim
Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires.
The cost of driving it
Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. The EPA estimates US$3,750 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Talk to a person
Ask about renting first, and buy with a clear head.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2018 Audi A8 from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2018 Audi A8 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2018 Audi A8
Does CarmaCars sell the 2018 Audi A8?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2018 Audi A8 before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2018 Audi A8 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2018 Audi A8 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,750 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3676.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.