The New Audi S8 is Still the Very Definition of Stealth Wealth - One Take

[@triaxe-mmb]

I have always admired this vehicle for it's understated nature...have loved these from the begining over most AMG S-Class options. It has been a long time since a review for it has been out. Thanks Matt!

[@KenoNoir]

something about audi just does it for me. Especially on a consistent basis after new model releases compared to other manufacturers

[@lbart2005]

I absolutely agree with you. I currently own a 2014 Q5. I've owned it since new and after 8yrs. the honeymoon still isn't over. I love this car. It still looks and drives like the day I drove it off the dealership lot.

[@gursimratbhatti6203]

Its the understated elegance I think

[@MrTacoma]

they already look one generation old

[@Coronerlex]

I used off the record to fight a traffic ticket last fall and it was a wonderful experience! My Attorney handled everything and got it knocked down to a non-moving violation with a small fine and no points! I don't get pulled over often but I've still got the app on my phone just in case! 10/10 would recommend

[@Dudeman9339]

Audi is the only manufacturer that has made a grill that ignores the bumper line and managed to make it look good.

[@explorehq]

Don't forget about the 4 series pig nose. Far from a bumper line.

[@xFactoryUSA]

because they want your eyes to notice the headlight design 👀😬

[@KRBY555]

it's got a beard!

[@dragospahontu]

Genesis & Lexus also do a pretty good job

[@vladx2]

@@explorehq “and managed to make it look good"

[@TeamCGC98]

Just enough V8 snarl. Looks amazing in this color too. Perfect ballin daily

[@jamesgardner7695]

Sounds like a similar platform and power plant to the RS6/7 with even more tech. Very cool

[@marcusmeeks3235]

Pretty much spot on.

[@stephenr1369]

S8 still holds its name from the Ronin film... even if it is now nothing like that version. Cool shit.

[@jeremyb4493]

Just watched ronin on KZbin last night and was thinking how good that model looked....I also loved the late 1990s+ A4/S4

[@Crusader1815]

They got their money's worth from that product placement. That's when I started looking seriously at Audis.

[@Ficon]

The new BMW 7 series with its peak hideousness is a total gift to Audi. Odd how Audi is very undecided on the HVAC controls with some newer cars still having the touch screen and some older cars switching back to buttons.

[@diz_-4167]

The new 7 Series I think looks good for being different, but it doesn't look great. The new grill isn't as hideous this time around with how they integrated it. I'm curious what the price difference will be on the new M-Sport 7 Series versus this car.

[@Ficon]

@@diz_-4167 Come on, it has Hyundai Santa Fe/Jeep Cherokee headlights and those terrible BMW gauges. The new 760i will make the same power as the S8 and will start at 115k which makes the attractive S8 a hell of a better proposition. The i7 starts at 120k at which point you are better off with the Taycan 4S or e-Tron GT unless you need the huge back seats.

[@diz_-4167]

@@Ficon I’m giving them too much credit but their design isn’t changing soon so we have to live with it. I only had time to see the pictures of it at work today and didn’t have time to read all of the articles. S8 for sure in this case since you posted the 7 Series stats. I guess I’m just a sucker since I drove a 2018 740il as a rental for a few weeks on vacation a bit ago. The B58 was much stronger than advertised for the car for how comfortable and heavy it was. Granted this latest generation looks worse the quality and features only seem to be getting better. Having owned a built supercharged Elise, daily driving built Evos, and having my commuter bike be a 2020 ZX-6R… I tend to gloat and mull over anything I can get in and drive without breaking my spine. The S8 seems like the next step whenever I decide to grow up.

[@TerribleUsernameAmirite]

I was pleasantly surprised by the E-tron GT for its HVAC controls for sure

[@Ficon]

@@TerribleUsernameAmirite It fundamentally doesn’t matter since with automatic climate you set it once when you buy the car and never touch it again.

[@imSchwaggy]

audi is the only company making massive front grilles look cool lol. bmw needs to stop, and im a 100% bmw guy, since birth.

[@bobsagit10]

New alpinas are chefs kiss 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@the-boring-car-guy]

Mercedes still keep theirs in check too. It's just BMW being completely batshit

[@sketchpv3080]

I was conceived in the back of a BMW, and also agree they’re being over-styled these days.

[@ams914]

@@sketchpv3080 LOL

[@RCXDerp]

@@bobsagit10 Have you seen the new 7 series Alpina is screwed

[@TheImperfectGuy]

man sorry for the algorithm preferring you making thumbnails like this love your vids still though

[@Pabla98]

The a8 line gets looked over often bc it doesn’t have the flashy cool features/interior of the S class and for some that’s what they want. But the s8 specifically is an absolute gem, with great dynamics and comfort it’s a vehicle worth looking at. Plus it’s understated nature helps it fly under the radar which is what some want.

[@LUMLTZ05]

I agree with you. Its like two cars in one. Extreme comfort and Sporty at the same time

[@nonamenoname4641]

There are two types of 8 versions... And I don't mean A8 or S8... Each model has its executive packages that pretty much make it a whole different trim altogether. This is a single driver package. The luxury executive chauffeur package has all the flashy things you're thinking of in the BMW 7 series and Merc S class.

[@jakesmith7145]

To this day I say if I ever hit the powerball this is the car I would buy first. Have worked at a collision shop that specializes in Audi’s for 20 years and each variation of the S8 impresses me beyond belief

[@PepeDeezNutz]

Bruh it’s like 350M tonight

[@TheG60528XiJinPing]

Enjoy staying broke

[@GlennsCarCollection]

Great car and video. I loved my 2013 Audi S8. I bought it as a low mileage CPO for less than half its original MSRP. I think the original sticker was $130k and i got it for high $40’s with 19k miles. Audi CPO is only on year so i put 20-30k miles on it the first year and it was perfect. Rear tires lasted 10k miles, fronts 20k miles. The second year I owned it, it was out of warranty and I spent thousands fixing everything so I eventually had to sell it. I really miss going up and down the NJ Turnpike, 2 hours in and feeling refreshed with the massage seats. Great highway car

[@stuartstogdill2406]

Nobody believes this bullshit...

[@iknowwazup]

These have always been my favorite stealth executive sedans with power and handling, since the 1990's. I love em.

[@HKFIJIHK]

Sooooo glad they fixed the fake exhaust tip.

[@OGShiv]

Matt Farah is the best content creator of all time. Thanks for another banger brotha. Happy 420

[@tylerbetthauser7647]

Gosh, I really want an Audi.

[@diz_-4167]

This video totally sold me. Now I just need to wait a few years for them to depreciate a bit.

[@kellinpatler]

I’ve been very happy with my previous generation S7 as a daily. Quick, comfortable, powerful, sounds good, launches hard, and with the sport diff & adaptive air suspension it feels much smaller and more responsive on canyon roads than you’d expect. Coupled with a Sportback design, it is very practical too.

[@fredwilliams7893]

You still have it? AND HOW GOOD WAS IT RELIABLE? I just picked up a 16 S6 AND ITS ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!!!

[@Ion1212g]

The Transporter 2 & 3 S8 made the car cool.

[@Ficon]

And Ronin.

[@headcas620]

Those car scenes were kinda shit. Shifting gear scenes even though it's an auto? Lame

[@anonymoussoap8310]

I love just noticing the "Watch of the month" that Matt has on from Bob's Watches "Oh today it's a kermit"

[@TheSmokingTire]

This one is actually my personal watch, that I got as a gift from my dad in 2008 when I left NY to move to LA to start The Smoking Tire. It's a lovely thing with lots of patina from years of working out in the desert when it was my only watch. Thanks for noticing though! This month's loaner from bobs is WILD solid gold yachtmaster with a tahitian black pearl dial.

[@AddictedMotors]

Matt, excellent review as always. I was honestly surprised VAG still makes the S8 but glad to see it. I know that you have retired the "One Take" series but it would be cool to see some type of spin-off where viewers/dealers bring you their low mileage (less than 50K) modern classics for a thorough once over. Granted, the tires were manufactured in the last three years!

[@marioharris5944]

Absolute stealth missile. This car's basically wifey material. She might not seem as flashy as the competition but the things she'll be able to do for you 🥵😍

[@damienlee1165]

Considering the new 7 series that just got announced, and the currant S Class that imo looks a bit too much like a fat E Class (kinda lost some of the long sleek lines of the outgoing model). I think the A8/S8 may be the second prettiest in the segment next to the volvo S90. I kinda wonder what a wagon version would look like.

[@diego04cr2]

I agree, BMW's design team needs to layoff the crackpipe, and Mercedes dulling the lines of the S class was a terrible move, the new one is hideous, and still somehow 100x better looking than an EQS.

[@RomeoKiloLimaWasTaken]

The new Genesis G90 looks pretty damn sharp too. I’m sure it’ll never happen but if Hyundai made a G90 N that would be so cool.

[@damienlee1165]

Yeah G90 would get 3rd place after the Audi, only thing I'm not a fan of on the G90 is the light-bar for tail lights, I think since the front is so distinct with the split headlight design, it's a shame they didn't replicate it in the rear. That's really a small nitpick though.

[@DarkKnight-ws3wx]

I had a older S8 from the early 2000's I loved that car

[@henrystorm8817]

Great review! Also thanks for reviewing an Audi, there is certainly a lack of Audi content on KZbin compared to the other German brands.

[@Matt-rk3de]

The latest Audi interiors feel like they trickle-up to the A8, from the A6. I sat in an A6, with Valcona leather, and it was nicest thing anyone would ever need. I don’t see a huge case here for the S8 if you don’t need the long wheel base, crazy suspension tech, carbon fiber, or v8.

[@dsher503]

V8 is the main reason to step up imo. If you can afford an S8 it’s an easy choice over the S6. If you can’t though, the S6 is still awesome. Audi V6s just don’t feel the same as the V8. An S6 with a V8 would be the perfect middle ground.

[@dragospahontu]

@@dsher503 but you could go for the Genesis G90. I think the Audi is too expensive.

[@dsher503]

@@dragospahontu Thats a good point. For the money, Genesis is making some awesome cars it seems.

[@stephenhunt6673]

​@dsher503 like the previous gen S6 which had the 4.0L TT engine. I used to have one of these before trading up to the previous generation S8 (2015). Not 100% sold on the new S8 though. The grill doesn't feel ad integrated as before (unless black pack is optioned) and it just looks as little "fat" as compared to my S8. I still prefer analogue dials over touch (fingerprints) screens.

[@barbarusbloodshed6347]

You drive very German. Fast, precise, foresighted, never risky. You'd fit right in over here.

[@davorin5428]

One day I was joking to my little children that I will sell our S8 V10 and they became very sad, went to their rooms and came back with the piggybank money to give me not to do that - '' Dad, don't give away our Batmobil'' hehe

[@gregorycaldwell3721]

Not an Audi guy at all but this car is so cool. Would love to daily it.

[@JacesOwnWorld]

I recently gave the new Dodge Challenger/Charger Jailbreak some pretty heavy criticism on a car enthusiast page, because essentially it’s a $120k car that still uses a $20k rental car quality interior. For a vehicle to be $120k, a lot of thought should also be included in the interior, which is where you spend your time 100% of the time when driving. Well, some of that vehicles fanboys didn’t like what I had to say. Their main argument was that asking for a nice interior was a silly thing to gripe about when you have over 800hp. Well, I think it’s a legitimate thing to gripe about, and the Audi A8 is proof of that. Here the Audi A8 lies…a $120k car, with a much much MUCH nicer interior and build quality throughout the entire vehicle, and it will be as fast, or faster, than the Dodge Challenger/Charger Jailbreak. We know where the $120k is going with the Audi. Where is the $120k going with the Dodge? Besides the engine, it looks like a cheap Dodge, and the interior feels like a cheap Dodge.

[@MauriceBln1]

I love the S8, it is a great sedan.

[@gibby7616]

Thank you for Audi's technical bits inserts!!

[@Bungletronics]

I had a loaner 2020 S8 last year for 3 weeks and man, that thing could boogie! For as large as it was, it did not drive like a barge. And I drive into Malibu every day for work so I took it in some familiar canyons and it floated with ease. I only wish I could afford one. Hoping VW emissions lab needs my GTI again for testing :)

[@PhillyDee215]

STILL MY DREAM CAR🥰

[@eichler721]

Love the S8 it's a great daily luxury car that can burn up the miles in comfort

[@ahealthybigmac]

Liked for the pointing wojak thumbnail

[@Steebles1908]

Long live the 4.0T! I have a Stage 1 2016 S6 and I'm keeping it for as long as humanly possible. What a brilliant powerplant.

[@Raymund-Swales]

Guy down here in Key West has one. So subtle and clean.

[@MrMcKinney]

These wheels look identical to the W212 E63 AMG. Cool car

[@fredwilliams7893]

2016 S8 plus in black is the one for me ! But this one is nice aswell!

[@BlaziNTrades]

Starting to wonder if Matt has T-rex arms 😏

[@Blackdawn80]

Ive been a fan of the S8 since the movie Ronin when I was growing up. IMO, it's my favorite non-vulgar full size saloon.

[@jeremyb4493]

The chase scenes from the Transporter movies aren't too bad either though not as good/iconic as in Ronin. Though I can't remember now if they used a BMW in the first movie then Audis in the 2 sequels..?

[@Blackdawn80]

@@jeremyb4493 BMW 5 Series I believe for 1st Transporter and then Audi for 2nd. Both excellent films for their time and style.

[@99Cv]

Great review as always Matt. The new S8 is a beut for sure. Nice Hulk by the way.

[@petergreco6010]

Getting a lot of Passat vibes from the exterior

[@chrisbox2605]

Hey boss, your content is great you get the opportunity to drive some of the rarest cars and We love to see it. What we don’t like to see at allll is your Lil adverts, I felt maybe you were oblivious to our dissatisfaction so I thought I’d let you know.

[@tealruby1]

Great looking car and great review

[@ethannicosia979]

I used to do dealership photography at one of the largest Audi dealers in the country and most of the cars were located at the top of a parking garage a few blocks from the store. Needless to say, I launched a good few of these things lolol

[@porsche_fan6031]

Nice Kermit, Matt. Or is it a Cermit - can tell if the bezel is cerachrom. Oh - the Audi is nice too.

[@Fourrings80]

What a beautiful beast.

[@mikealanzo]

I'll have this rather than a 7 series or S class, this may be a tenth or so slower to 60, but at least looks waaaaaaaaaaaaaay better and sounds better!!!

[@2Bunphettered788]

Great ride. Love the color. A 'bargain" compared to the Flying Spur. The best reviews on this channel are ONE TAKES - with JUST Matt Farah!! 👍

[@rexseven93]

If people had good taste, this would be a very popular car...

[@BigShmeels]

Lovely sedan, I’m sure it’s a pleasure to daily drive

[@slodsl]

Video starts at 2:04

[@mbclk65amg]

I hustled an Audi A3 on back roads years ago and had NO clue the brakes were fading until the pads were on actual fucking fire. I don't like that, and wish I had more feedback before that point.

[@bastolito]

Did Matt just do the youtuber face thumbnail ?! Bold font with the surprised face haha.

[@ak2112]

A steering wheel that doesn't telescope far enough has been a common complaint lately in these videos. Matt might be a t-rex.

His gut is so huge he can't sit upright.

[@chrise2329]

That all sounds very impressive.

[@TheKiing81]

Matt is the man

[@peterstainer731]

I could never classify this as a normal sedan but also it’s not really a sports car it’s so strange how it’s a perfect mix

[@RobertMayfair]

I wish there were more V8 flagship sedans still around.

[@qnpmh]

Thanks Matt 2nd off the record experience 👍

[@k7gixxer1000]

TST, more like TSB: The Smoking Brake

[@TML34]

I suspect this Audi will have many TSB’s. 😀

[@TheAdamcomiskey]

Seems like a step backwards from the 16-17 s8 plus, less hp, more weight. no mention of what mild hybrid does other than power suspension?

[@aviana009]

But faster…

[@Iwo26]

No buttons - me no likey

[@bowlkiller1975]

You did say it weighs 5300lbs lol. I’m not surprised the brakes were smoking

[@solidsnake3861]

the first a8 still timeless

[@KickingTires]

This car is so sick!

[@Faas4life]

S8 is one of the best card ever produced... ..

[@harryl5085]

hey, which canyons are you in when filmign these videos?

[@JStryker7]

Unfortunately off the record didn’t operate where I got my ticket. Ticket clinic worked but it was fairly expensive

[@KnauerJonathan]

Car and Driver? How fast was it according to Road & Track??? Congratulations on the new gig!!!

[@vagcentral2252]

2:50 "fly eating performance"

[@bjjbrawler1]

I'm just happy to see an all-gasoline vehicle offering from a German luxury brand

[@larryhoudini3331]

Matt constantly reminds us how much he hates the "schnoz" on late model BMW's, but doesn't appear to notice the "grouper grill" on the Audi.

[@millll111lllI]

The Soyjack thumbnail lmaooooo

[@RareEarth70]

It would be nice if you included the build options in the notes

[@rolexhulk1774]

V8 version of A8 is available but not in the US. Kinda weird you can’t order one when the factory still builds them…

[@2gj906]

Does it come with HUD?! Seems to come as pretty standard in the segment

[@melondoc]

I'd love this as a daily but when I see expensive Audis like this, prejudices kick in and all I can think about is ruinous depreciation and catastrophic failures just out of warranty that will total the car. Maybe as a lease...

[@AH-lw2bj]

This car will be a mechanics nightmare in 5 years

[@GRINGOf10]

Than you don’t have enough money to afford this car and maintain it, simple as that- check the A4

[@AH-lw2bj]

@@GRINGOf10 or buy a brand that doesn't have high repair bills.... Check out Infiniti or Lexus

[@GRINGOf10]

@@AH-lw2bj nah Boeing brands

[@AH-lw2bj]

@@GRINGOf10 a Lexus is 500 f sport is boring?

[@drew10981]

New name? The Smoking Brakes?

[@dawudrice]

I’m undecided between the S7 & S8😩

[@MrArt69]

You don't have long legs.. It's the distance from your back to your foot that is long!😁

[@RS4Ship]

Make it a wagon and I’ll take two!

[@Chris-hw4mq]

I bet the s8 plus or some other version will do the 3.2 60 time

[@lbart2005]

First of all that thing sounds absolutely amazing inside or outside. Secondly I understand and I may feel like a fool after this. I understand that the headlights can play a simple video on a wall .Please correct me if I am wrong.

[@RS-ve8nq]

0-60mph times quoted by Audi are from a standing start. US car magazines for some ridiculous reason decided to ignore the first foot of roll out and produce, what is in effect a 5-60mph time. This is not the same thing lol

[@KexikOfficial]

the soyack thumbnail fits perfectly

[@ab2tract]

2:48 i have mixed feelings about that air box

[@vivalaphill]

well thats not the end of the airbox. the routing continous on the hood to the front of the car, which you can`t see in this shot. No worries, that engineers will create an hot air intake.

[@MarioDallaRiva]

Hey Matteo! I’m diggin the thumbnails. Really! 🤙🏼 And I know how you feel about em 😎🤬

[@Twobarpsi]

Great review Matt 👍👍👍🏁🏁🏁!!

[@Nordic_Mechanic]

s8 a8 are going down in material and interior feel . Screens instead of nice feeling buttons, requiring you to look away from the road to do anything :s

[@BurnsRubber]

Nice Audi Panamera.

[@driverjay8613]

Yeah, it's very popular with people who are not rich, but it cost far more than the buy in cost do to it's Unreliability, and high service cost. It along with Rovers, BMWs, and 10Cyl Lambos, have become a way for working class and small business owners to devastate there personal economies becoming so deeply in depth, trying to keep up with the Joneses.. and they have kids.. and many of them won't learn 🤕

[@Jakobly]

fire whoever made that thumbnail😭😭

[@MrBasically810]

Probably my next car. Don’t get me wrong, I love my c8 S6 but I want more space.

[@Isaac-qe4cd]

Hey Matt, would you consider a Rolls Royce Wraith review?

[@Zvertnie]

One Takes with Matt alone are so much better!! Feels like he's talking to me instead of the passenger.

[@computiNATEor]

Disagree, I think Zack brings excellent talking points and a useful foil.

[@rileyschultz5608]

They both have their merits, but I'm partial to Zack's personality and interaction with Matt.

[@computiNATEor]

@@rileyschultz5608 His jokes are pretty great when he sneaks them in

[@Justin_GFM]

Say what? Lol Matt and Zack are great in their own ways but together they're unique

[@FLBoyCanScrap]

3.2 in an enormous sedan with 563 HP?!?! So it really has 700 HP.