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| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | Sedan |
| Base Price | $88,900–$104,349 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2024 Audi A8 is a sedan that earns a Carivo score of 7.3/10 — rated Good. Its strongest dimension is Reliability at 8.6/10, while Value at 7.2/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a capable but unexceptional sedan — stronger alternatives exist if you're willing to shop the segment carefully.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. Reliability stands out at 8.6/10. The A8 nameplate has earned that score through its track record and a comparatively clean recall sheet. Safety lands at 7.9/10 — solid, though some rivals offer more advanced driver-assist features as standard. Confirm official results for your trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Few rivals match it for performance: 8.2/10. Expect handling and power delivery that make this one of the more entertaining sedans to actually drive. On technology it rates 8.2/10: a modern, well-integrated suite that compares favorably with anything at this price point.
Priced from $88,900–$104,349, 24 MPG, seating 5, the Audi A8 sits in the luxury tier of the sedan market. At 7.2/10 for value, it delivers fair pricing for what's on offer, though the best alternatives in this price range score slightly higher. At 2 years old, it's recent enough that the core feature set holds up well against current competition.
Verdict: The 2024 Audi A8 sits in the middle of the field. Worth a look if it fits a specific need; otherwise use our compare tool against the segment leaders first.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2024 Audi A8 ranks #802 of 1310 sedans in the Carivo database — better than 39% of the segment. Its 7.3/10 overall score is 0.2 points below the segment average of 7.5/10. Its $88,900 starting price is about 221% above the segment's median of $27,664.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Sedan ranking →
Smart-money pick: the 2021 Audi A8 scores 7.2/10 — within striking distance of the 2024's 7.3 — and starts roughly $8,000 lower. If you don't need the newest model year, that's money better spent on a higher trim or kept in your pocket.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 7.4/10 | $91,567 | Read review → |
| 2025 | 7.4/10 | $91,567 | Read review → |
| 2024 (this review) | 7.3/10 | $88,900 | |
| 2023 | 7.2/10 | $86,233 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 7.1/10 | $83,566 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 7.2/10 | $80,899 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 7.0/10 | $78,232 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 7.1/10 | $75,565 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 7.0/10 | $72,898 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 6.9/10 | $70,231 | Read review → |
| 2016 | 6.9/10 | $67,564 | Read review → |
| 2015 | 6.8/10 | $64,897 | Read review → |
The following recall campaigns have been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Air bags / Sensor / Occupant classification / Front passenger 03/04/2024 · 24V251000 | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Audi S5 Cabriolet, A4 Allroad, Q5 Sportback, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, SQ7, TT Coupe, TT Roadster, RS5 Sportback, 2024 A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q8, RSQ8, 2023-2024… |
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| Back over prevention / sensing system / camera 19/12/2025 · 25V900000 | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail… |
Source: NHTSA recall database, fetched at page build time.
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