2015 Audi S8 FIRST DRIVE REVIEW 

He is a very good reviewer, better than most these days.

I'd pick the S8 even if the Mercedes was included in the choices. Its the most understated of the 'Big 3' which is why I'd choose it. Not to mention the quattro system, power train and tuning potential.

I love my 2015 S8. The interior never gets old and the rear differential delivers thrilling dynamic cornering. Engine note isn’t over the top but sounds so good when I push the gears.

i would choose the s8, because of the style of the car. its not so over the top.

I would get the S8. Made exactly like this one in this review. I love that color.

I have the 2014 S8 jet And my father has the 2015 S500 yacht. Get the drift? 4 rings is the way to go

i'll have the S8 ..understated and fast the ideal sleeper !

I’ve owned a S class, 750Li and currently own an A8 (can’t wait to own the new 2019 A8). I love the S class and 7 series but there’s something about the Audi that just makes me love it more and more every time I drive it. The simplest way I could describe it is this. The S class is in a league of its own for sure no doubt. The 7Series is amazing. But the thing is... You know what to expect with an S class. You know how a 7 series will drive and you know it’s never going to be an S class. But for the A8, I truly believe it’s just its own thing. You don’t care if it’s as immaculate as an S class, nor if it drives like a Bimmer. And that’s because it’s what you want but don’t expect, and that to me is why I love it more and more every time I drive it.

Love the new S-Class however I have a soft spot for Audi with their clean but sexy styling, especially with their leds. I'd get the S8 in that exact configuration.

Thanks for the review. Responding your question, even if the S63 AMG were an option I'd go for the S8 and here is why: ~$125k for a fully equipped S8 that does 3.9s 0-100km/h versus a ~$160k similarly equipped S63 AMG that also achieves 3.9s. I believe the question you should ask is: is the ~$30-35k difference for an upgrade in interior design justified?

Maserati Quattroporte GTS (Zegna Edition, if I could still find one. Hey, if you're going Italian you'd might as well go made to measure, am I right?). Thanks for being a US-based video reviewer I can watch for the entire episode without endangering the life of my macbook pro. This retina screen model really is lovely and both it, and I, are grateful. Motoman, you're a quirky little son of a gun, and that's a very good thing.That, alongside your ability to put full sentences together that aren't just the bloated and blurted regurgitation of all the outlet store signage you've ever read but not remembered during a lifetime of commuting - well, that's a nice touch too.

I'd actually take the S8 due to rarity and I think its classic audi beauty. But IMHO the clock in the center looks sooo cheap! If your gonna do analog clock Audi at least make sure its not a dollar store clock! And this video was basically an S63 advertisement

Excellent video! Thank you

Iv just had a xj a 7 series at same time today purchased a s8 collecting on thursday excited all 3 was dream cars of mine growing up 👌

Definitivamente el Audi S8. Of course the S8!!!!

Another great video! Keep up the excellent work :)

MotoManTV Fantastic review! I absolutely love this car. I just noticed one thing, some of your shots in this video are really out of focus. Otherwise, you did a great job with this presentation and I always look forward to future videos from you!

Audi S8. Hands down that is the car I would buy. The Quattro all wheel drive is the Alpha and Omega of handling drive trains, Audis in general best combine dynamic handling with sure footed traction. Plus I love the S8's new LED head lights. Matrix headlights.

anyone saw the smiley face on the fence post in the beginning lol

The s8 has hit 3.5 0-60, and with nice tune it will hit 0-60 in 3.2 sec, plus it's underrated, actually makes 575hp which means it's closer to 500hp to all 4 wheels. Kills the s63, m5, alpina b7, charger hell cat, this is basically the rs7 of the 8 series, rs7 is not that much faster, s8 can hit quarter in 11.7 and rs7 does 11.4.... selling my s550 this week to get the 14 s8, can't wait!!

0:35 that smiley on the fence though! Such prank much fun.

I bought the Jaguar XJ supercharged because I love the way it drives, smells and I cannot stop staring at it whenever I walk away. None of the others made me smile like this one.

I would buy the Audi S8. Love the design (outside and inside) and I adore the dynamic indicator. And as usual a great review !

Pretty impressive a 5000 lbs car with 520 HP can do 0-60 in under 4 seconds. There are lighter cars with as much power that can't do that.

Like a lot of car owners I live in a big city. Phoenix. The streets here are full of poorly repaired ruts to get to under pavement utilities, I mean full. Also plenty of pot holes, expansion joints on some of inner freeway avenues that are 6" wide and 2 or 3" deep. Rough sections of pavement that can go for blocks at a time etc, etc. This is where we do most of our driving. I for one love the power of a big car. I own a bi-turbo v12 s class. My H/D 3/4 ton chevy truck rides quieter on these roads than the Benz. Its the low profile tires that give these expensive luxury cars the rough ride on anything but the smoothest pavements. The Germans need to realize that most people that buy these cars want a serene ride over being able to hit a radius freeway on ramp marked 40 mph at 80!

I actually like the Audi. I've been a Mercedes man all my life (and I probably will continue to be one) BUT I'm extremely tired of the way Mercedess' age so horribly. A 10 year old Audi or BMW looks 10 years newer than any 10 year old Merc I have seen.

Good review! Keep up the good work ;)

Good stuff!

I did pick this shape 2017 Audi. And so glad I did. What a car, its just amazing. The S8 your showing is a little down on power now with S8 Plus that's 605bhp and over 700nm, puts the rest to shame with the Quattro driving dynamics as well you really can’t beat it.

I need one of these

Far better looking then the Merc regardless of the daft opinions on the interior.

Thanks buddy!

It's the S8 for me. I love it!!!

s8, love the simple yet sporty design

The BMW 7 series has an interior almost identical to a well specced 5 series so doesn't feel special enough for the money. The Lexus doesn't have the image/heritage of the other cars which you want when spending that sort of money. Plus they replace luxury with gadgets and just don't feel the same. The Audi is a great car, I owned an A6 for 5 years and was very happy with it. Audits are well put together and they really think about all the practical details. They are very sensible cars and very comfortable but not as fun to drive as a BMW or as luxurious as a Mercedes and always felt like a bit of a compromise. When you are in the mood for comfort you will see a Merc and think to yourself did I buy the right car, then when you want to drive fast you will see a BMW and think should I have got that instead and at no point can you say to your self ah but I got the best at ......... It will always feel like a compromise (a very sensible one though) The Jag is more fun to drive than most of the others and is up there with the BMW. The cabin feels special and is different from cheaper cars so you can see and feel where your money went putting it ahead of the BMW. It has a much better image than the Lexus and a special feel to it. It is as comfortable as the Audi without the lack of fun. It is the car would pick but only because you said in the video you can't pick the S class.

Audi S8 because it's better looking (in my opinion) than the others (including the S Class) and the interior is absolutely gorgeous and no review I've seen yet has had anything bad to say about the way it goes but that said it has to be in a dark colour preferably black.

I would buy the S8 for its quilted leather, i really wish more cars did that! Although, i dont like how it looks flat; need some rise in those diamonds! But after seeing the 7series with all its futuristic new toys I would buy that, possibly an M7, currently enjoying my 2015 C400 though! Waiting for C63s

I have the 2014 S 63 AMG. It is a miraculous vehicle in every sense of the word. You are absolutely correct, the interior is much more luxurious than the Audi S8. However there is a definitive design flaw in the AMG. The side bolsters on the seat extend too far up and out. For an average built individual that means the bolsters dig into the backs of the arm. This makes for an extremely uncomfortable ride. The S coupe 63 AMG has similar side bolsters. Although the S8's interior is not as luxurious it is a much more comfortable car. The Quattro performance is superlative. The AMGs exterior definitely has a more refined and aggressive look. I ordered a 2017 S8 and expect to pick up in the end of August. Keep you posted.

The S8 is one smart looking vehicle especially in that colour

I love the way Audi's Handle

First off I'll say that I'd never pick an XJ or an LS over the big three and I've personally sat in the LS before. They're really great cars but it just feels like, they're not exactly there yet. The F01 BMW, forget about it, I'm waiting for that G11. The S8 is absolutely beautiful and I've seen one in person with that interior... but I agree, that new S63 is something else. And that's the one I'd pick. But to be honest, I prefer the S63 Coupe. If I were to win the lotto, it would probably be S8 and S63 Coupe haha!

Beautiful looking car

I would buy the Audi S8. I like hide in plan sight idea. Plus because less people buy it, the chances of me running into another one is less likely. Which as far as I'm concerned will make the car more rare than the others.

The color combo on this one is utterly beautiful. If would definitely get one in this exact spec, although I think I'd prefer a new S7. I have to say though, I can't wait to see how the D5 8s are going to look. As long as their styling doesn't head in the direction of the new Q7 then it's for sure going to look excellent.

Out of those cars, it would definitely be an Audi S8.

This new S8 is closer to 600HP than 520

I like how the Audi is unassuming and you really don't notice it in a crowd, unti, it blows past the crowd.

I currently have a Merc, but this car makes me want to jump ship. Simply beautiful.

My father-in-law has one of these D4 S8's.... Since driving it for a weekend, I am now obsessed with it, and am patiently waiting for them to come down to below $30k.

I have ordered an s8 !

I would probably go for the Audi, because of its discete styling. In fact, for that same reason, I probably wouldn't go for an S version.

I'd buy the S8 because I love the understated stealthy design. The Mercedes is too gaudy for me and the bigger Mercedes cars are stereotypically driven by old people. What I love about Audi is their ability to be sporty and stealthy, but at the same time elegant and luxurious. Add to that the quattro all wheel drive system for confident driving in any weather. You really can't beat it.

love my s8, i see some many s-class- 15 S8 is a rare breed~

I would pick S8 plus black on black. For me it appears like better drivers car then S63 and I like the interior better (suprise). For me, interior of S63 is to much flashy and flamboyant, but this is modern high tech luxurious subtle interior and I think it would keep it good presence for a longer period of time then S63's.

Lexus LS. The only one that will still be running like a champ 25yrs and 1,000,000 miles from now.

Mine is the car Audi UK HQ specced to pick up Audi Germany directors from the airport and had 35K of 'extras'. Love the fact that it is faster 0-60 than my 911 c4S and, unless you know your cars (which many 'boy racers don't) only you will know that you are driving something really special that leaves many disappearing in the rear view mirror if they try and tail-gate you. Still have a smile on my face every morning when I drive it to work passing all the S63 passengers with chauffers!

S8, hands down.

NICE.

is there any different in the interior between the a8 and s8

i would buy the s8 due it being all wheel drive it would be better for road trips the the other options The Audi S8 is also 575 horse power this car is under rated

Audi S8, because I prefer the styling to the BMW, the Jaguar XJ has a horrible HMI, and I like my 520HP with AWD please. Oh and Matrix LED. Which, unfortunately, you aren’t getting in the U.S., because stupid regulations from the 70s (60s?). +1 on loving the smiling fence. ;)

what's the deal with that 90's sitcome music in the background?

In the end, he's right. Don't get me wrong, I've always liked the S8, even though they were slow boats, that couldn't keep up figuratively, and literally to the others in the same class. They've gotten better in the last several few years, but the S Class i shoulders above, even if I'm not a Benz fan. If I had the money, and despite what I said, I'd probably end up getting a S8 for my husband. I mean, I hate Range Rovers, but we are ending up with one in the next couple weeks, because if he ain't happy, I'll never get the car I want.

Audi S8 by far the best sedan out there, it goes trough everything snow, rain, sun, no problems it pulls like a freight train!

The S8 exterior styling destroys the s class, bmw, LS and XJ. The S8 looks like a movie star coming down a road, the large grill with the mean looking headlights all to match a well balanced straight clean body. Videos don’t do it any justice, in person it’s a total difference.

Audi S8 hands down. The drive is more fun then a S63, and is quiet when needed for executive transport. Picking mine up this weekend. The S63 is fun, but I would not drive my clients in it, the roar is distracting to a business meeting. But, if I had the money I would get both. LOL

Oh,just like a film that make us feel in magic world.

I'd choose the S8 over the other options thrown out for a variety of reasons already mentioned but also the fact that the S8 gets great highway MPG due to cylinder deactivation. I'm not a greenie per say but I do like to save money where I can.

At least when I'm in an Audi, I don't feel like I'm 70 years old (looking at you Mercedes)

0:30 smile face on the fence :)

I would go for the lexus, and then use the left over money to buy a proper sports car, since i cant have the merc

I agree, the new S-class interior killed the competition & pictures don't prepare you for how gorgeous that dashboard really is ... First time I sat in it, I spent almost an entire hour just staring & touching it & had to be dragged out of it kicking & screaming. I always wondered why Audi builds the S8 as SWB-only, while the S6x AMG & 7er M-Sport are LWB-only ... It certainly seems odd. regarding your question, I'd rather wait for the new 7er ... If not, I'll pick the BMW 760Li (Non M-Sport). I'll have mine in Yachting Blue with Champagne Merino leather, black Alcantra headliner & Yachtline veneer. quick question, since you now tried the Bang & Olfuson, Burmester & Bowers & Wilkins ... Which you think is the best? Obviously, the S' Burmesters get extra points for theatricality ;) as always, excellent video M

S8 or RS7 or S Coupe63amg Or Tesla P90D or all new 750Li X drive or S Class sedan 63amg or bently conti Gt or R8 v10 or any suggestions???

I like the A8 from the transporter movie series. So badass

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I would definitely choose the S8. I just love Audis. I've never been a 'me too' type of guy who buys what the masses say is the best. Taking nothing away from the S63, but the S8 just fits me!!

I’m curious what you are going to be saying when you drive the new A8.

I love Audi cars and interior design/quality but Mercedes S class interior is awesone. Agree with you about interior

i am looking for a getaway car, this looks perfect 😉

Please. Please. Please. Try and get your hands on the new Mercedes C63S AMG! I'm dying to start seeing reviews on it..

I would buy Audi A8 definitely, no questions ask!!!

If not the S Class I'd get the 7series. The design of the interior and exterior is better than the other cars (excluding that gorgeous S Class). The drive of the 7 Series is probably the best of the leftover cars, plus it's tech is quite innovative.

a8 3.0 tdi, 258 ps, loads of torque and it's way cheaper to run. but honestly i would rather take the a6 avant tdi, same engine, the interior is also gorgeous and the trunk has more space for dogs and stuff.

Jaguar XJR!

PLEASE test an A8 6.3!!!

The Maserati Quattroporte of course

S65 amg for sure. Although the engine seems a wee bit dated, v12 and its torque would leave no option for us.

the audi s8 because it has a sport style huge engine(v8 TFSI 4.0 litre) its very luxurious and dynamig with many sport relaxing driving entertaining and many other options to choose from

I would pick the S65 all day long. The interior is miles beyond anything out there but if i had the money and i had to chose two, definitely the S8 as well

I'll most likely get the S8

s8 all day

Hmmm for a sporty big sedan...XJR long wheelbase in AWD(not made I know). British racing green, tan or darker brown interior (also not an option). Such a beautiful ass and that snarly V8.

S8PLUS!....I want to turn one into a coupe!

Audi should make an rs8,ttrs and a new rs5 for 2016

Is that Gibralter and Camino Cielo?

Hey Jordan I don't really understand your comment. Please explain. I see you're a Porsche guy; I've had a lot of those. What are you driving?

I am too, huge fan of S63 4matic. But the Quattro in S8 makes it , the Safest beast.

I'd have the S8. But for the money you could have a 3000 mile year old Flying Spur. I'd have the Bentley.

Would love this engine in the R8.

The BMW 7-series if I couldnt pick the S-class. Because the 7-series that came out late 2015 is unreal!