Overview & Reviews

A standard-wheelbase version of the A8 is introduced this year for those who don't need all the size of the A8 L, along with a tire-pressure monitor, rain-sensing wipers and LED lighting for the door handles and mirror controls. New optional equipment includes a keyless entry and start system, a wood steering wheel and shift knob, satellite radio and power door closers for the front and rear side doors. Horsepower has been bumped up to 335 (from 330). A 6.0-liter W12 power plant, which provides 450 hp, 428 lb-ft of torque, has also been added.

• Superb driving dynamics, plenty of passenger space, exquisite interior, standard all-wheel drive.

• Inconvenient glovebox location for the CD changer.

User Reviews:

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  just do it - 2005 Audi A8
  By BENAVA - December 5 - 11:06 pm

  If you are looking for a fun, luxurious, performance sedan , look no furthur. I have had a number of luxury automobiles, including the BMW 7-Series, the Mercedes-Benz S500., and Lexus. This is by-far the most any car enthusiasts can ask for. I traded in a 2004 BMW 7-Series for it. JUST DO IT

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  If not Perfection, damn close! - 2005 Audi A8
  By bob damato - December 1 - 11:10 pm

  The A8 "Short" model is absolutely incredible. The interior absolutely blows away any MB, BMW or any other automobile made - at any price... This car feels and drives like it made from a solid billet block of aircraft aluminum. Handling is suberb, with the wheel allowing road feel to come right thru to my hands without being loose. The tracking of the car is like nothing else Ive ever driven. Body and interior finish is exquisite. The Ameretto interior with the Maple wood is an exquisite color combination. You have three ride options that all feel tight and controlled. I leave it on "Auto" and it works just fine. The transmission is seamless and accelerateion incredible.

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  Some disappointments here...2004 model - 2005 Audi A8
  By l cavin - November 27 - 3:20 am

  Fast, good looking sedan with plenty of room inside. Good gas mileage, especially on highway. Annoying nav system and MMI operation. Quirky transmission.

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  My views on the Audi A8L - 2005 Audi A8
  By Lawrence Hahn - October 21 - 2:00 am

  During some minor bodywork, the battery had to be disconnected, after which the MMI was inoperative. Now, I cant use the sound system or nav system. Local Audi dealer could not restore MMI and claims he must order new nav system CD, which I find difficult to believe. I love this car but cannot understand why Audi felt it necessary to incorporate MMI which results in a simple operation such as turning on radio or changing temp settings to a demanding task, reqiring pulling off the road.

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  The best out there !!! - 2005 Audi A8
  By BufSol50 - October 21 - 2:00 am

  If you want to own the best all round hi-performance sedan that can be obtained without dipping into your grandkids inheritance this is your car !!! It looks classy and understated .... has more bells and whistles than my 04 RL and runs like a bat out of ..... well .... you know where ..... in any kind of weather its as stable as a mountain goat. Keep your 745s or your S500s or your LS430s .... gimme my A-8 and git outta my way !!!

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  worth it - 2005 Audi A8
  By big h - October 21 - 2:00 am

  sleek on the outside and soft and seemless on the inside. handles great and interior features are easy to use. drives like youre sitting on your living room couch with good pick up and turns on a rail. the only down side is an obnoxious continous ringing noise when the door is open and the key is still in the ignition (even when in park)and continous beeping when seat belt is not in use. could use a couple more locations for service, but otherwise, is spectacular.

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  Awesome car - 2005 Audi A8
  By vcool - October 11 - 2:00 am

  This car is awesome. I like the every inch of the car from the time I have first seen it.

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  Best car Ive ever owned - 2005 Audi A8
  By love my audi - October 11 - 2:00 am

  Leased a 05 A8L, Beige, Ameretto interior (special order). All the goodies except parktronic. Chose it over s430, LS430, XJ8, and the 745. After looking at them all it was an easy decision. Now that Ive put 2500 mile on the car a few observations. Smooth, fast, seems lighter that it is, interior is exquisite, back seat and trunk are enormous. Drivers seat is the most comfortable seat Ive ever sat in. Love the XM radio. On-Star is nice, just hope I never need it! Best car Ive ever owned

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  audie a8l - 2005 Audi A8
  By don boen - October 9 - 2:00 am

  This is the most comfortible vehicel I have ever driven.The all whell drive provides great stability in wind, rain and snow. The air ride is wonderful and the computer system provides you with valuable info.The front seat massage keeps you alert and relaxed when driving long distance.And the incredible room in the back seat gives great comfort to those passengers.

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  Great car - 2005 Audi A8
  By kingaudis4 - October 9 - 2:00 am

  Great car, all features are great and a blast to use!