Audi A8 Saloon (10 on) - Review

Review by David Ross on
Last Updated: 20 August 2010
There are few better luxury cars on the road than the Audi A8. While the design may not break many boundaries, the flagship of the Audi range showcases cutting edge yet user-friendly technology, along with impressively efficient engines. Like the previous model, it uses a lightweight aluminium body that boosts economy and aids handling. All models also come with Audi Drive Select - a system that allows the driver to change the steering, suspension and automatic gearbox settings. The 3.0-litre models also get stop/start in a bid to reduce fuel consumption. Then there's the superb cabin which oozes class with its top quality materials and elegant, yet modern design. Whether you're behind the wheel or relaxing in the sumptuous rear seats, the A8 is simply a wonderful car to travel in. Crucially, it's now also a true match for alternatives like the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. There's also a long wheelbase limo available, which increases legroom by 130mm.
5 out of 5

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Company Car Costs

P11D Value

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CO2 g/km

The carbon dioxide emissions of the car, which decides the company car tax band into which the car falls.

BIK Band

The percentage band used to calculate company car tax, determined by CO2 emissions of the car.

20% Tax / 40% Tax

The annual amount of company car tax payable based on the drivers income tax level, either at the basic rate or the higher rate.

Standard Trim

2012 / 2013 2013 / 2014
Model P11D Value CO2 g/km BIK Band 20% Tax 40% Tax 20% Tax 40% Tax

4.0 TFSI Quattro Executive SE LWB 4d Tip Auto

£72,460

221

15%

£2,173

£4,347

£2,173

£4,347

3.0 TDI Executive SE 4d Tip Auto

£55,765

158

15%

£1,673

£3,346

£1,673

£3,346

3.0 TDI Executive SE LWB 4d Tip Auto

£59,730

161

15%

£1,792

£3,584

£1,792

£3,584

6.3 Quattro LWB 4d Tip Auto

£94,055

277

15%

£2,821

£5,643

£2,821

£5,643

Executive

2012 / 2013 2013 / 2014
Model P11D Value CO2 g/km BIK Band 20% Tax 40% Tax 20% Tax 40% Tax

3.0 TFSI Quattro Executive SE 4d Tip Auto

£58,895

204

15%

£1,766

£3,533

£1,766

£3,533

3.0 TDI Quattro Executive SE 4d Tip Auto

£58,895

169

18%

£2,120

£4,240

£2,120

£4,240

3.0 TDI Quattro Executive SE LWB 4d Tip Auto

£62,860

171

18%

£2,263

£4,526

£2,263

£4,526

4.2 TDI Quattro Executive SE 4d Tip Auto

£67,970

195

18%

£2,447

£4,894

£2,447

£4,894

4.2 TDI Quattro Executive SE LWB 4d Tip Auto

£71,935

198

18%

£2,589

£5,179

£2,589

£5,179

SE

2012 / 2013 2013 / 2014
Model P11D Value CO2 g/km BIK Band 20% Tax 40% Tax 20% Tax 40% Tax

3.0 TDI SE 4d Tip Auto

£53,160

158

15%

£1,594

£3,189

£1,594

£3,189

3.0 TDI SE LWB 4d Tip Auto

£57,125

161

15%

£1,713

£3,427

£1,713

£3,427

3.0 TDI Quattro SE 4d Tip Auto

£56,290

169

18%

£2,026

£4,052

£2,026

£4,052

3.0 TDI Quattro SE LWB 4d Tip Auto

£60,255

171

18%

£2,169

£4,338

£2,169

£4,338