Driving The 2007 Audi S8 - 5.2L V10 Lamborghini Limo (POV Binaural Audio)

[@fritsmolenaar05]

Fun fact this is the last car with ACTUAL Bang & Olufsen audio instead of B&O automotive (a subsidiary of H&K)

[@JRB41]

So after 2007 the real B&O speakers weren’t in Audi’s cars?

[@Norkeys]

@@JRB41 They were an automotive specific subsidiary afterwards, and in 2015 were acquired by Harman Kardon

[@macieksz2829]

​@@Norkeysbut have they gotten worse? Is there any reason to want the old one vs newer ones?

[@Norkeys]

@@macieksz2829 Not particularly well versed in car audio systems, but apparently the post B&O subsidiary systems were pretty poor.

[@mattschmerbeck8375]

But my 2012 A4 has bang & olufsen speakers though...

[@louiszhang3050]

Say what you want about Audis. They may look really conservative and understated, but man do they age well. The interior design on this car has aged super well.

[@gauntr]

I own a 2008 S5 4.2 V8, I loved the shape and look of the car back then and I still loved it when I bought that thing last year. In comparison the modern cars are not interesting to me and it's not because I wouldn't want them to be interesting just because they're new. They all look so fake aggressive with edges here, edges there, mean look etc. etc., idk, back then these cars looked elegant but weren't boring either. And yes, the interior still looks very good when handled nicely over the years. There are upgrades for the MMI with Android Auto / Carplay functionality and after that it has everything I wish for in a car :D

[@AmericanBusinessman422]

Negative ghostrider. The Mercedes s550 from the same era makes this interior looks like it's from the early 2000s.

[@yankee2yankee216]

Right, and the same with BMWs. You could take a 1980 BMW for example, and if you didn’t know any better, it could be a brand new car! Almost anyway. Neither Audis nor BMWs scream “ancient,” even when they are ancient!

[@potatodonkey1856]

That’s mainly because it is so simple and understated. There’s not much to really date the car. With all the screens in cars today, I don’t think they’re going to age well

[@MycketTuff]

Yeah, with that trim. There are some fake wood trims that look absolutely awful though.

[@Snek_1000]

Gotta love the Ferdinand Piëch era VW group cars!

[@Inanabananana]

I bought the S6 version of it at 17 as a project car and I’ve been working on it myself since. I’m 21 now. No it’s not the fastest thing by any means but my god it’s such an intoxicating engine. Hands down the best daily driver. Comfort, interior, tech, handling, smoothness, driver engagement, chassis communication, sound, it’s got it all. The price is gas and regular maintenance. As for the engine’s origin; this is the first Audi V10. it’s basically a 4.2 V8 FSI with 2 more cylinders. The 5.2 Gallardo and R8 got this engine with essentially a different crankshaft and a couple supporting mods for high rpm.

[@edalder2000]

If I was a mobster, this is my car. Pure Bond villain car. Large, powerful. We'll never see cars like this one or the pure bonkers that is The Phaeton again.

[@yeetyboe7099]

Phaeton was a great car

[@BoxforInters]

@@yeetyboe7099 The Phaeton really is a beautiful car, but it is an electrical mess.

[@yeetyboe7099]

@@BoxforInters Yeah i am aware, we owned a phaeton for 12 years

[@ftffighter]

It really is! A lot of Audis in this era used ultra high window sills and had hiding spots for days lol. Nobody can tell what you are doing inside of one of these things if they are standing outside.

[@titaniummechanism3214]

I'd rather buy 5 depreciated luxury cars than a single new one for the same price. RS6 V10 Biturbo (preferably the sedan), A8 or Phaeton W12, Audi SQ7 with the V12 TDI, etc. All really cool cars with so much character!

[@vvarioPL]

It was Q7 V12 TDI, not SQ7.

[@kubek555]

you would go bankrupt soon after

[@nighthawkviper6791]

More reliable than the 2.0T & Supercharged V6.

[@Jeroensgambling]

You could not afford maintenance bro.

[@titaniummechanism3214]

@@Jeroensgambling Yeah, that might be an issue with these cars. Maybe I'd just buy 4 or 3 depreciated luxury cars then, to have some cash left over for maintaining the other cars ;)

[@RS3NDIT]

One of my favorite things about my '17 RS3 is the fact that the screen can be folded into the dashboard. Great stuff.

[@arminpoorfard306]

It is amazing how the screens have gotten bigger in the past 20 years.

[@lptomtom]

"Amazing" in a terrible way, sure

[@georgebushisntcool]

@@lptomtomImo cars peaked in this time period.. Big NA engines, perfect blend of technology and luxury in the interior and more luxurious car meant better engine, transmission, suspension not bigger screen

[@kaverixp8562]

The engine isn’t related to the original Gallardo 5.0 v10, which was an in house even-fire v10. It’s actually a modified and toned down version of the engine found in the Audi R8 V10, which is the same engine found in the Gallardo LP. It’s an odd-fire v10, but unfortunately it is 100% an Audi engine, even the Gallardo LP! Thought it was worth mentioning.

[@marineornella6568]

This engine right here, in the S6 & S8, is even fire. It got split pin crank and that's why it sounds so good. It's basically the 4.2 FSi with 2 more cylinders. The RS6 version has a regular crank and is odd fire. This 5.2 was modified again to be used in the R8 V10 and the LP560.

[@martinsbanaks12]

That explains why the noise almost reminded me of some other engine- aka the R8 V10. Makes sense

[@mb5208]

This engine was develeoped by Audi, based on the V8 fsi. A tuned up version of the S8 engine is used in the gallardo since 2008

[@Jack-ty9de]

My dad had a 2009 S8, and although it was a really nice car to drive in, it broke down a lot. And, when it did break down, it cost thousands each time to repair.

[@alpaq9815]

Comment on point,thats the sad truth about that engine

[@N3rdA1ert]

Never would expect a Ted(ward) talk on how a D3 S8 makes an excellent car for your kids but here we are. Don't think i can convince my mom to buy me one though.....

[@victormendez8309]

As an auto enthusiast and somewhat of an Audi historian going back to the mid 80’s, I must say that I genuinely enjoyed watching your review of this gorgeous S8. Definitely on my bucket list of cars to own. I also live in MA. If you ever want to take my ‘15 RS5 for a spin/ review, shoot me a message. Big fan of your channel.

[@jackhamilton7732]

Yes! I am so happy to see this car being given some attention. My dad owns one of these and it's truly amazing. I have had the pleasure of driving it a couple times and it's a smile machine.

[@Adison0529]

About 10 years ago this and C6 Avant were my dream cars. 😂Although I was more of a post-facelift C6 guy because of these LEDs in the back - somehow I found them very appealing. I will never be so sure about that tan shade of leather but I must admit it's somehow tied together nicely with all the other bright parts of the interior, matched with the carbon fiber. The steering wheel might not be the prettiest and the shifter isn't either, but I think this is peak of interior design when it comes to functionality + accessibility of it all. The upholstery on the doors, the center console, the dashboard - the more I look at them the better they look. For me the highlight is how all the speakers got incorporated to the interior. They add plenty of that RR feel to this S8. Definitely a fantastic place to be in.

[@AnontheGOAT]

I owned a pre and post facelift C6 Avant. They were excellent cars, especially the post facelift one with the 3.0 supercharged engine.

[@R19Robbin]

Greatest S8 ever made 👌

[@marial8235]

VW/Audi always do such a nice job on interiors. Have a good weekend, Ted.

[@TedwardDrives]

Thanks, you too!

[@poppaschlong2000]

I had a 2007 S8 years ago with b&o. Best damn car i owned. Just brakes and oil changes for 4 years before being totaled by a semi. And yes no injuries. It was a tank. About the brakes, they were essentially gallardo brakes and cost me over $2500 just for the front 10 years ago. But damn it was worth it. I wored the valved exhaust baffles open. Damn it got loud and farted between shifts lol

[@robertbaunach1471]

Born to own a 5.2FSi S8, forced to own a 4.0TFSi A8L 😔

[@POVShotgun]

Wat I like the a8l

[@aidanblachowski4797]

well at least ur faster

[@memorimusic420]

I always love understated but oppulent limousines, especially with weird and crazy engines!

[@giuseppemaggio5894]

I have always been a sport car guy but I gotta admit, I have sort of a weak spot for cars like this one. These old school classy sedans with gorgeos interiors and high performance engines are just so charming. If it wasn't for the ridiculous taxes that I would have to pay for an engine like this, I would probably gift myself an S8

[@pascutia]

Awesome car and great video! Thanks for bringing up the point about sidewall, I personally feel that too many luxury automakers aren’t considering ride quality as much as they used to when fitting massive wheels. Right after watching this, I watched your video on the 745li. The E65 generation was hated by many but the suspension tech on that car was incredible. Even though the variants with the smaller 18 inch wheels had sidewall, the active hydraulic anti-roll system allowed for that sublime balance between ride quality and handling.

[@IEatTread]

My buddy had one of these. I lent him my truck for a weekend and took his s8. I had so much fun, she wasnt crazy off the line but when you got it moving, she really screamed! I would love one of these but they are still too expensive.

[@abcdLeeXY]

Still looking better than most new Audis and BMWs

[@huzzzer6083]

Audis still look good, BMWs on the other hand...

[@dennissamoilov516]

I have a A8 D3 but with the 4,2TDI V8 BiTurbo Engine. Have a Stage1 ECU Remap with 390hp/900nm of Torque. Its a very reliable engine with a low consumption,with a full tank of diesel i can drive abbout 1300km. It makes me everytime smile when you step on the Gas and its faster than a S8 D3 😅

[@ederss7]

How is the sound? Stock exhaust?

[@dennissamoilov516]

@@ederss7its completely Stock,Sound is ok,when you step on Gas its sounds like a Peterbuilt Truck 😂,

[@lloydgriffiths1847]

People that make fun of the 911 for being rear engined while many audis, as you say, have an engine touching the headlights beyond the front wheels.

[@RST9413]

only idiots without knowledge make fun of this thing.

[@nvl2691]

@@RST9413 That's debatable

[@h0mo3rectus69]

Its because of the quattro system

[@RST9413]

@@nvl2691 its debatable when your knowledge is under 0

[@nvl2691]

@@RST9413 You go on and on about having knowledge yet you exhibit no proof of possessing any yourself

[@stefano6531]

i just sold my 2009 audi s8, i wish more people did reviews and content with them.

[@sensei_stars]

B7 and D3, are my two amazing lovely car! Love them so much. And D3 WITH this inside, omg, love it so much!

[@femountain]

I think the gem of S8 is the previous D2 generation with the 360 hp, 4,2 FSI V8 and 6-speed manual gearbox

[@rah.248]

Even though this cars a mechanical nightmare, the sound of that 5.2l v10 is just heavenly.

[@musiczkl98]

why is it a mechanical nightmare

[@Vostok7]

The D3 has aged SO much better than the E65 7-series. How they went from the most gorgeous and iconic E38 to the E65 I will never understand. The D3 is sufficiently modern while still being understated like the E38. I was never a fan of the C6 A6/S6 because it always felt too round to me, and I feel it hasn't aged as well as the D3 in the long run. I just bought a D3 S8 a little over a month ago and I love it, it's so addicting to drive. I've had to do some work to it, and any time it's down for an extended period, I spend the whole time wishing I could drive it. I had a D4 S8 previously and while that was an amazing car, I've never been a huge fan of the styling of the D4. I really wish I could get the interior and modern electronics in my D3 S8 and then it would be absolutely perfect.

[@16vPete]

One of the best giant German sedans, ever

[@tylercouture216]

I love some of the details you mentioned in tne video regarding dynamics and the looks of the car a lot of stuff i was thanking in my head would mention. The badge on the frame. The hiding the screen (2000s some of best times for cars my favorite era)

[@thescavwithnothingtolose1224]

when this has an exhaust on it, it sounds like an F1 car is coming around the corner only for someone to find an old german sedan wheeling towards them

[@robloxcreator437]

really love it, my parents had this car when it was 3 years old, it was a 2010 , sadly we sold it since it was terribly unreliable. Great car asides that though!

[@smxkcher]

I've always thought this generation of A8/S8 looked amazing. Very classy and understated.

[@Skeppyberry]

I had a 4.2 a8. this is my dream car though

[@olivierb9091]

Childhood memories, grew up with my dad driving this but a 4.2 tdi. Luckily there is a newer 2016 4.2 tdi still around to make fun with

[@xavierdesouza4089]

I believe the a3/s3/rs3 also does the hideaway infotainment, but I agree, having the ability to hideaway screens is a missed opportunity for automakers. Loved the review Tedward!

[@reey7073]

Like the continental, its an awesome feature to me

[@gauntr]

No, the A3 8P that's been built in the same time did not have the foldable infotainment which is pretty obvious looking back because this was Audis cheapest/smallest car back then. It had a display built into the center console if it had the package, just like other manufacturers and their systems with displays. A4/A5/A6 and variants had (could have?) the display besides the speedo and only A7 and A8 had the hideaway display. No idea about the Q models. All info given for the year 2007.

[@AdamS32828]

@@gauntryes at the time it was the only one, but the 2015-16 A3’s have a similar retractable display

[@gauntr]

@@AdamS32828 Big surprise, like 10 years later lower class cars have a feature only premiums got back in the day…

[@FiveWaveMedia]

@@gauntrthe first gen euro Q3 you can manually fold down the screen.

[@Pboy7272]

That's what I love... Audis can be sharpened to a fantastic razor edge, or softened up, to be just a "car".

[@MariktheWolf]

they did do an rs6 with a 5l v10 turbo...sadly we in the US never got it...along with the w12 diesel q7...

[@scottleyva8656]

I concur about the wheel size on new cars. My Flying Spur has 21 inch wheels, but I wish it had 17 or 18 with more side wall for a better ride.

[@HarryDB]

One of my favorite cars done by the best car review guy ever. Amazing!

[@JacksonKillroy]

6:12 while not exactly a car I will ever see the inside of irl, one of the things i absolutely love about the upcoming bugatti tourbillon is that the screen is hidden. "Digital detox", as mate rimac puts it.

[@HuskySFM]

I don't know why, but that tool kit being there is really cool to me.

[@baseballer21and0]

Looks nice and comfy. Personally, I prefer a sports car with some luxury over a luxury car with some sport! As I have gotten older, I have learned to appreciate luxury more.

[@FatInsecureVirginWithNoBitches]

Owned two 4.2 v8 A8l and after driving my neighbors s6 v10 and a w12 a8l i bought the w12, never have regretted my decision until the neighbor bought a 6.3 w12 :(

[@RyanRoadReaper]

This car is one of Audi's best kept secret. You'd be surprised how many car guys dont know about this car.

[@SaschaS.]

Im still rocking a 2007 3.0TDI as my Daily. It’s perfect, even is way less creaky and rattely than the shown S8, probably due to softer suspension and only 18 inch wheels

[@NOKRBTZU]

lol that big V10 is almost fully in front of the axle it must have significant understeer

[@DJL78]

Maintenance costs on a 2007 A8 with the 4.2L V8 are absurd. I imagine this beast would cost double or triple. 😮

[@mtshark7]

That car looks nice for a 2007! Nice review Ted 😊

[@davorin5428]

I have S8 for last 5y and it is very very good and reliable car.

[@kamata93]

Apart from the intake manifold going bad at some point, these 5.2 FSI engines are pretty robust considering they are high performance engines. There are no known catastrophic failures like the S65/S85 or the M156.

[@nortonj3]

I have a 2006 A8L with the w12. it's amazing, but issues to fix are usually 1k to 6k a pop.

[@behroozkhaleghirad]

One of my wishes is that when I manage to migrate to America (legally, all jokes aside), I will buy two of these beauties. One I will keep in authentic original shape as they came from the factory, so I would appreciate the philosophy and engineering behind it. The other one I would modify relatively heavily, adding some Lamborghini parts to the engine, open up the exhaust and change the transmission to a manual one that used to come in R8s. This one, I will enjoy driving. I'm both diesel and gasoline engines mechanic and I can do all I said.

[@killobot2388]

6:31 thats a great feature being able to hide the screen

[@Guacalishious]

@Tedward the greatest interior Audi ever released is the b5 chassis (if you haven’t driven one) i recommend a 2000-2002 s4 as a future video idea:)

[@TedwardDrives]

Have featured the b5 RS4 Avant a few times on the channel. Even has French sirens

[@vvarioPL]

It was my dream car in teenage years.

[@Jasiel.95]

I really want a car like this that is in good working order, that I can put some highway miles on that can be a bit fun to get on once and a while.

[@rossm8231]

These are absolutely great cars….until something breaks. The maintenance costs involved help explain why you can seemingly buy one of these for nothing these days.

[@Localtraveler2376]

Yeah it’s a shame. I’m sure that engine is tuned to last a long time but the parts aren’t cheap in the US. Also, my understanding is that some of the more simpler maintenance requires the bumper to come off adding to the hours billed. Too bad.

[@Bobohenner]

Yes, they're not cheap to maintain, but nothing crazy. Had the car for 2.5 years and it was cheaper to keep on the road than my last 335i.. The V10, especially in the facelifted version is quite a reliable engine, the biggest cost is taking the engine out when certain parts break (not that common) :)

[@pumba5715]

miss this era of cars where manufacturers werent held back by strict emission laws and other bs

[@matthewthedude146]

My dad had one, I learned how to drive with it fun times....lol

[@barcostudio]

you sounded so ready to fight when you said "OF COURSE ITS A GERMAN ENGINE, I KNOW THAT" lol

[@TedwardDrives]

lol the commenters all throw fists so I’m blocking ;)

[@MycketTuff]

Driving any of the quicker D3 A8 models makes you feel like Jason Statham

[@Johnnym2309]

This engine is very beautiful

[@Oaky]

Crazy how much road noise exists

[@javierjimenez3627]

It look cool and interesting but impossible to chose this over an E60 M5, and yes. I know they're not in the same category

[@andrewtrbl]

Great video as usual. Love the Audi.

[@Youtubemaxfn]

Saw this on Facebook for 6k and a s5 for 7k getting cheap might cop one soon

[@GODMODE-e]

i see how bro switching from comfort and dynamic but its sport version suspension so its only wroks in comfort and lift thats it and yeah theres adaptive air suspension whitch is twice the comfort of sports ones :D

[@alextolfrey9793]

Audis are the best

[@jtherealtor]

It's a tragedy you didn't get one with a JHM exhaust, tune, etc

[@fstap]

Absolutely LOVED my 2009 D3 (A8L not S8) and I regret selling it almost every day

[@Zipfei_Kloatscher]

Thanks to the slick design and lack of the tech overkill, this generation of Audis are much more desirable than today's ones in my opinion. What a beautiful car with its proportions! 😍👍🏼

[@stormrider01]

This car understeers more than an air plane!

[@femountain]

Nice sound at low and midrange revs. But at high revs old Audis with 5 cylinders sound better.

[@Localtraveler2376]

Great car. I just which maintenance wasn’t so pricey.

[@georgepidick9967]

I love the idea of filling the crumple zone with a V10...

[@moses_irl]

is my daily driver finally becoming popular?

[@filtrakioldhorborn]

12:20 my European mind just goes insane when i see turn right on red.

[@ObsidianB8]

Love this car, i have a 2011 audi a4, and i can spot so many parts in this D3 that carried over "trickled down" to the a4 of later years, door handle, MMI system, the ebrake switch, the media controls down low, the steering wheel is the same, gear selector the window switches, the seat controls, the engine cowling cover back there, dash cluster...., the tail light design is reminiscent as well. also the 90s b5 gen (owned one too) you can see the DNA in this D3 from that d2/b5 generation. im looking at this interior and figuring out how i can take it apart just like my old b5, screw here and there and pop n shimmy the console off lol

[@Kovac10789]

Yes,but is much more better built then the a4.Generally speaking A8 don’t have the sales in the N.America.

[@connorlyon811]

Can we see some more content with the M5 or the 911? Feels like we haven’t seen those cars in forever

[@TedwardDrives]

I picked up the m5 yesterday :)

[@AnontheGOAT]

Need some AMG M157 content

[@dylanbond1627]

The Lambo 5.2 is actually based on this 5.2. The S8 doesn't have a Lambo engine. Lambos have an S8 engine. Put some respeck on the S8.

[@dylanoppeneer2354]

developed by both audi and lamborghini

[@JohnPsplashD]

I Love Your Videos!

[@dzenannj]

Any chance we get to see a phaeton?

[@michadrezno8230]

@Tedward , if you have to choose between S8 D2 and D3 , what would you pick ?

[@scottleyva8656]

Thanks!

[@TedwardDrives]

Thank you!!

[@slocarfr]

simpler times

[@bodiejarvis]

Dream car

[@janp7882]

Day 3 of asking Tedward to drive a S60R (It’s basically half a S8, but still super cool🥺)

[@jimmynickelz]

Love it, but off warranty....scared

[@georgfranko]

Its not a Lomborghini Engine , its an Audi Engine that was used in Lamborghini ..

[@EuEu-re8lv]

I'm curious if this engine is consuming oil between oil changes?

[@DaReal_Gk3sidee.]

Nah You Ain’t Punching It You Pressing It

[@SheerHippo]

The Gallardo's 5.2L V10 was also direct injected. The older 5.0L V10 was port injected, but that engine doesn't have much to do with this one.

[@Autista1100]

You looked like a millionaire when you first shifted the gear.

[@bradyg499]

I wonder how this compares to the 5.2 S6.

[@SSC3034]

It has 15 more horsepower than the S6 and is only about 100lb heavier thanks to all aluminum construction. Their performance is surprisingly similar

[@calamityyy]

Bro is roleplaying Jason Statham

[@stinkintoad]

You can't even find the v10 cars. They all have the 520hp v8.

[@connorlyon811]

What’s the origin of the name Tedward? Your name is Tom, right?

[@TedwardDrives]

middle name Edward