Auto loans: 2012 Audi A8
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 11.1 to 14.5 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 11.1 to 14.5 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 2012 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.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2012 Audi A8 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4.2L 8-cylinder | 6.3L 12-cylinder |
| Drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 13.4 L/100 km | 17.3 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.4 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km |
| Combined | 11.1 L/100 km | 14.5 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 263 g/km | 345 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $19.43 | $25.38 |
2012 Audi A8: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 4.2 L | 6.3 L |
| Cylinders | 8 | 12 |
| MPG city (US) | 18 | 14 |
| MPG highway (US) | 28 | 21 |
| MPG combined (US) | 21 | 16 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 25 | 19 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 425 L (15 cu ft) | 368 L (13 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,900 | US$5,150 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $3,886 | $5,076 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). 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 2012 Audi A8
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 11 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine (4), air bags (2) and fuel/propulsion system (2). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16V619000 | 2016-08-24 | engine and engine cooling:engine | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Audi A8 vehicles manufactured May 15, 2010, to May 14, 2012. The affected vehicles have a coolant valve that may leak, allowing coolant to enter the engine control module causing a loss of power or the engine to stall. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2012 Audi A8 for buyers
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2012 Audi A8 for sale by us right now. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Here is the 2012 Audi A8 for buyers: fuel use, size, recalls and a test drive that lasts a week.
Before you sign for the A8
Owners filed 11 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine, air bags and fuel/propulsion system; have those parts checked. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it.
Reading the spec sheet
Power: the 4.2L 8-cylinder; drive: all-wheel drive. 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.
Rated at 11.1 L/100 km combined, it needs around 33 litres for a 300 km round trip. A 300 km round trip costs roughly $58.29 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$3,900 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Inside and out
As a large sedan, it has a closed trunk that keeps luggage out of sight. Luggage space is 425 litres, enough for a family's bags for a long weekend.
When the A8 makes sense
It suits client visits, weddings and special weekends. It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car.
Try before you buy
Rent the A8 for a week and see how it fits your life. Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer. Rent first, buy later: a week with the A8 answers the big questions.
The cost of driving it
At our price setting, 100 km costs about $19.43 in fuel. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $194.30 at our price setting. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models.
Which one to look for
If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. Within the 2012 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which.
Ready to ask?
Send a request to rent the model you are thinking of buying.
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 2012 Audi A8 from us first.
Ask us about the 2012 Audi A8
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2012 Audi A8 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2012 Audi A8
Does CarmaCars sell the 2012 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 2012 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 2012 Audi A8 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2012 Audi A8 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,900 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3886.00.
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.