The 2020 Audi S8 is really Fast and MORE Comfortable than a BMW or Mercedes

[@TheStraightPipes]

What do you think of the Audi S8? Better than a BMW 7 Series or a Mercedes S-Class?

[@louisebrillo06]

S-Class

[@eminbakhshiyev1401]

S63 amg is better than it

[@jexzielrivera]

Yeah s63 for me

[@MysteriousMatt89]

Definitely S-class

[@thekays385]

S class is king. The S8 looks a bit cheap in comparison.

[@johnmastrella6416]

8:06 someone praying to their god the straight pipes

[@shepsaskare]

chinese prayer

[@narayanmatharu7239]

yeah i saw that too

[@coflyer2949]

"We're not worthy!" -Waynes World

[@lovegill92]

I saw that in one of their other video too, i'm sure it was the same guy.

[@muzammilhussain9667]

john mastrella M760Li

[@harrismi7]

You guys that are just noticing 8:06 need to watch the older reviews while under self-isolation.

[@ShaneMorris1986]

At 8:06, there's a dude doing "we're not worthy" from Wayne's World. I respect it.

[@TravisD1983]

i was just about to post that XD

[@Youngboyfan42069]

Lmao just saw that too

[@Darker7-7]

can they bring that dude back again?!?!? @thestraightpipes

[@mikezerker6925]

I’ve seen him in other Straight Pipes videos too

[@georgemichaels2325]

It will be my next new car. Not joking.

[@ajlee6933]

@8:13 I cringe when people say “ this is the same engine from the Lamborghini.” When in fact, Lamborghini uses Audi’s engines on the Huracan and Urus. The only current true Lamborghini engine is on the Aventador.

[@mehmedl652]

Yep, also key fobs they are quite same.

[@yjpaperboy173]

AJ Lee unfortunately you’re wrong. It’s okay to say it’s the same engine from the Lamborghini only because it literally is. Audi doesn’t produce any engines lol both makers’ engines are made by VW so technically Audi has no current ‘true’ engine if you may

[@aimlikekottm]

The engine in the Urus is from a Porsche Panamera. Lamborghini took many things from all brands of VW, rear axle and air suspension are from the bentley bentayga, plattform and most of dashboard are from an SQ7, so yes, its Audi, they used Audi parts, but not the engine... the engine is based on a Audi, but its a Porsche engine.

[@ajlee6933]

Yj Paperboy1, do you really think I don’t know that VW owns these two brands? In fact we’re all wrong. After doing some research, I found that this engine was actually developed for Porsche. It was first put in the Cayenne, and later the Urus and S8. Surprising, because usually most engines are made for Audi’s and then shared with Bentley, Lamborghini, etc.

[@TristanMcVey]

@@yjpaperboy173 maybe the 2.5L 5 cylinders engine ?

[@fyah2k5]

Most definitely this. I'm all about stealth and not being flashy.

[@goldengod5915]

I'd argue that a Merc S Class or even a 7 Series is also pretty stealthy. They blend right in with the sea of black, sliver and white Audi A4's and Hyundai Sonata's you see everywhere

[@fyah2k5]

@@goldengod5915 well, for me, seeing a 2020 7 series or Merc S class coming at me, I'd definitely notice those, but this, just looks like something you would somewhat overlook, because it just doesn't have that commanding of a demeanor like the other two. I get your point still, but this just looks like something people would overlook compared to the other two, and that's what raises it's allure for me.

[@zerotofifty]

@@fyah2k5 A BMW 7 series is easily noticable even for the untrained eyes.

[@Sickwitit18]

This car is not worth the money. It looks no different than an A4. If you don't want people knowing how much money you spent, then this is the car for you. But for this price there's no way I'd get a car that looks like it's $35k little sister

[@Sickwitit18]

Nowadays they made the C class look too much like an S class and people get then confused. But it still looks much better than this wet towel of an exterior

[@Auditography]

Awesome video .guys. I still remember when I was at the European press launch of this car last year in Spain. I was driving and pushing it hard in the roads outside Barcelona and it's amazing how a huge car like this, handles like an RS3. Amazed by the adaptive suspension and four wheel steering. Cheers

[@juanpabloquinterocastillo8089]

Auditography what color is that one

[@t-bone9239]

Does it have the horrible understeer like an RS3?

[@eddiejaimess]

t-bone do you drive an rs3?

[@jordanjoestar8839]

@@t-bone9239 2:54 he literally explains this. Pay attention kid.

[@lastwhtknight3002]

Auditography and Ro Cars r the only 2 car channels that matter.

[@hermanbsundt1157]

Look at the man on the right at 8:06 😂

[@davidlegkodukh6969]

*First Time Here Huh?*

[@HarisAhmedKhann]

What is he doing

[@BeastMK]

Probably a Muslim Praying on Road! xD

[@AbdulALMadhee]

@@BeastMK that's not how we pray 😂

[@Nouvellecosse]

Looks like a VW Golf Wagon

[@xRIPGODx]

There's a special package for Audi A8 / S8 where the back seat tray also allows you to extend legs BUT it is heats up and massages your feet, that feature does not exist on BMW or Merc :) this makes it better than both

[@hellothere5134]

Lipskas Exactly, this is shown in Rory Reid's video of the fully loaded s8 on the channel AutoTrader

[@stillatin]

@Danny Hayson yup

[@dxviddc]

Executive rear seating package

[@gottliebdee263]

@Danny Hayson lol.

[@snakeeyes9246]

It's an option that is $7250 USD. I want this car, but because I don't want to get married or have kids, I don't think I'd get it.

[@Mc88Flyy]

S8 is so gangsta

[@logancarter3919]

I used to be a preproduction test driver for Porsche and Audi and the S8 remains one of the best cars I’ve ever driven. It just does everything so well. Looks handsome, feels formidable, sounds menacing, rides like a dream. It’s just incredible.

[@harrismi7]

It's stealthy, fast, tech-laden, and cool. I'd pick it over the BMW.

[@dennis8801]

8:04 little peasant in the background praising the S8!!

[@ps1hagrid84]

Aaron Ganz ya

[@D00M3DG4M3R]

@Aaron Ganz 7 SERIES TRASH POO POO KIDNEY GRILL

[@D00M3DG4M3R]

@@shuaybnoori1458 yea i agree fs

[@pjninja9546]

There was a time where I wanted screens everywhere for everything, but these days I really want physical buttons and knobs

[@441meatloaf]

Its all thanks you consumers that complains too much and when they do what you wanted you hated it........

[@derekchisholm972]

Great review! I don’t think the A8 gets as much attention as it should. Friend of mine got an ‘06 4.2 for $900 and fixed it. Very far ahead of its time, still felt modern. Not to mention the classic S8 V10 and W12 versions which are SO cool.

[@M6Cabriolet]

My S8 went 10.8@129 mph with just an APR tune.... No one at the track could believe it.... I loved that car.

[@aldin7903]

8:06 wtf

[@MatteoLorandi]

Aldin I thought the same thing 😂

[@Xenoforce1992]

I was about to point that out too🤣

[@Bruan2]

Hes not worthy

[@quard1an]

They do that from time to time

[@eddgrs9193]

you must be new here :)

[@LegatoStudios]

8:05 this guy is worshipping the car 😂

[@dmg-s]

Worshipping BMW

[@Flebzz]

@@dmg-s lmao

[@herptonherptinson8121]

7:15 thats doug de muro level of quirk & feature right there. *A M A Z I N G*

[@juandiegoarenas6284]

A men of culture

[@RecBuddha]

Doug has Quirk & Feature trademarked, so that's why they came up with "gimmick" instead. =)

[@supersanex_x]

That interior at night looks like a movie theater.

[@DaBaltimoron]

This is easily the best looking of those four.

[@abdulahadtanvir8106]

1) Mercedes 2) BMW 3) Audi Whats the 4th one?

[@dlwhdaud12]

@@abdulahadtanvir8106 Lexus ls?

[@galaxymariosuper]

@@abdulahadtanvir8106 g90

[@hhvxsueus9771]

DaBaltimoron definitely

[@steinerg.4539]

From a styling perspective I'd say: 1 Lexus LS 2 Audi S8 3 Merc S63 4 BMW M760Li 5 Genesis G90

[@mmerritt143]

I got a 2020 Audi S8 four weeks ago. My last car was a 2018 BMW 750 and I an a big BMW fan. Now that I have had some time to live with this car I can say it does everything better than the BMW. This might be the best car I have ever owned.

[@kevindam1946]

9:54 - if you're experiencing issues with your T.V., either return it for a new one or file a warranty claim. LG OLED TVs are their super premium, highest end TV and they should absolutely fix it for you.

[@josephjocson1385]

This audi s8 makes me feel teansporter. Simple design.

[@brandonhipp321]

You can equip the Executive rear seat package, which will give the center console with Trays and the foot rest in the seat.

[@damianxavier7343]

And the footrest is heated too

[@AL-pu7ux]

This car screams I don’t give AF. Love it

[@zip7906]

0:22 Is this car made by Razer ? It has more rgb than a gaming keyboard...

[@user-ve9tu5rv6e]

and more cheap plastic than a gaming keyboard

[@smussard]

Lol 😂 Chroma RGB and lots of plastic

[@mladenbro8435]

Have both of you ever sat in this S8?

[@stillatin]

@@mladenbro8435 they can't even dream of it.

[@smussard]

stillatin true

[@erdo4321]

2:25 tell me why that snowman hella cute tho

[@kingmiller1982]

Agreed

[@LemonLarryLP]

Me, on the right, worshipping your videos whenever a new one comes out 8:03

[@ONI1013.]

I actually prefer the open pore wood inlets (Ash Gray Brown on the A6-A8) vs the glossy carbon fiber inlets. And yes, I get it’s an S8 so they’re trying to make it “sportier”, but I still think the wood inlays are stunning and makes the car look “warmer” and more luxurious in my opinion.

[@liamfynn4841]

I'm an Audi fanboy lol, I definitely think it's better. If I had the money I'd definitely go for it!

[@ohMitchOG]

Love these, always catch my eye when I see one. Perfect mix of class and performance

[@christaho2368]

The slight jokes they have are hilarious 8:05

[@lennartniehof7649]

Was that their idea or was it just a fan? Lol

[@peteriffic]

Your dad they said one of their friends(brother?) helps them out with filming every now and then

[@chocolatewheelchair]

The interior lights at night make it look like a party taxi

[@farisnadeem1511]

We neeeed more night shots plzzzz 😂

[@TheRealAdam1012]

This! Is a 2020 Audi S8 and I'm gonna go through all of its gimmicks and features, then I'm gonna take it out on the road, and finally, I'm gonna give it a straight pipe score

[@snakeeyes9246]

I hope Doug reviews it. I think it would get a strong Dougscore.

[@infernohit]

Love the camera work in the intro! Flashy yet smooth.

[@AntJoseph_]

Definitely the best. This and the LS are definitely my favourite ones.

[@s.i2898]

Anthony José they are the most unique .

[@saratc660]

Last time I was this early, it was “here’s what you can expect from this review” 😳

[@mylesdeshotel9055]

I’m a technologist at Audi, it’s called a key user code that comes with the spare key. After purchase the Audi connect 6 month subscription is activated via tablet then you must enter the vehicle and add the key user code into the MMI which activates the SIM card inside that allows for WiFi.

[@DeltaEcho303]

I like this version, but my favorite is the 2nd Gen S8 (2006-2010) with the 5.2 V10 from the R8 and the Gallardo.

[@zenoemenhemdeslappeslang346]

Cool but unreliable

[@klwarhouse]

As a previous owner, they weren't that unreliable. Not like the 4.2....

[@patteyh]

@@klwarhouse never had problems with our 2008 4.2

[@klwarhouse]

@@patteyh Was driving a 07 A6 4.2..... but its spending a week getting its timing chains fix. Dont have experience, but read this very common on these engines?

[@TheEryk03]

@@klwarhouse there is no car that dont need to change driving chain.

[@thebbiddim882]

I've always loved how understated the S8 is.

[@JamesCooperCrackers2Caviar]

8:05: The guy bowing down to the S8 going by was a nice touch and cool Easter egg 😉

[@rayhe8224]

m760i... '

[@GoodLifeMedicine]

I imagine they pre-cleared the roadway for the shot, asking that guy to park for a bit, and directed him to perform the goofy bowing. Very funny. Either that or he was part of the production crew.

[@rpauls4406]

Good catch

[@adamseidel8901]

Actually what love about this car is that it isn’t overt flashy from the front. But you hit that gas and it’s a lion.

[@darkproject3368]

*"Peasant Blockers"*

[@aB_S_NiNo]

For me S-Class is the best in this class overall...Amazing exterior and the best interior so far...If I had the money I would go for the Mercedes Hands down!

[@psulion31]

wtf, i had to watch that intro 3 times, the car hunkers down!

[@seluRredruM]

About the Audi exhaust tips... RS have always been dual exhaust single-large-ovals and S versions have always been a dual exhaust double-ovals. Great review guys!

[@kwesto03]

Love the Audi. I would have the S8 over the beemer or Merc.

[@s.i2898]

kristian weston a man of good taste i see. I drive the previous generation A8. Best car ive ever had.

[@eventusvantos2770]

S63 all day over the s8 😊

[@fitzgoblin81]

I used to joke "look out Doug, here they come" but now it's not a joke! You guys are crushing it!! Best cars first, and you are excited to drive them. That energy transfers to us, the viewers. Better Hussle Up Doug, they're gunning for you 🙂

[@carswithsonduren]

When I have a kid or two, I can swap out the R8 for this :D

[@snakeeyes9246]

Smart. I don't want kids, but they would be two VIPs in the back.

[@alexivan8615]

And i sure hope they dont break those audi tablets. This car is so perfect tho. Love those tablets for having a larger screen on long trips 👍

[@Sickwitit18]

Yeah especially if you want a car that looks like a big toe! From R8 to S8... Dang. What a drop in beauty. You don't like the RS7 or anything?

[@snakeeyes9246]

@@Sickwitit18 the C8 RS7 isn't available in North America yet. That's the car to carry more stuff. The S8 is for carrying people, even though its trunk is pretty big.

[@Sickwitit18]

@@snakeeyes9246 yeah the S8 can definitely fit full sized adults in the back better than the RS7. But if they're just kids and you wanna keep some sportiness and beautiful looks from the R8 it's a good choice! At least until they become teenagers haha if they're tall

[@bekwadkara]

Your review must be in details with comparison with BMW 7 series following points. You may hv cover some of these. 1. Blind spot indicator for overtake 2. All / 4 wheel drive 3. 5 spoke mac wheels 4. Remote control parking. 5. Auto parking facility 6. Adaptive cruise control with automatic gearbox can stop car 7. Auto wiper sensor 8. Front headlight washer 9. Side mirror Anti fog system 10. Windscreen Anti fog system 11. Soft / Power door closer system 12. 360 deg view system 13. Remote & Power boot operating system 14. Driver seat electronic adjustment with memory 15. Anti theft system for car & for the tyres 16. Active break assistant - to prevent collision 17. Boot access from back seat 18. Electronic roller sunblind 19. Automatic tailgate operation.

[@bneyens]

13:58 - You guys went into the future to film this? AWESOME!

[@snakeeyes9246]

April 3rd this year is a Friday...

[@viggysmols6387]

my step dad owns one of these, such high quality, the seat massagers are comfortable too. 10/10 would recommend if you can afford it

[@Steve-sz4bh]

One of the best cars you’ve reviewed

[@Gheno]

I've never in my life heard a title more sponsored than this.

[@TMM6900]

So handsome from outside

[@Revo4Bmore]

I’ve noticed a lot of automotive journalists downplay the perks of having screens in the back because people have their own phones/tablets, but I would always prefer to look straight ahead than look down in my hands/lap. After a while, my neck has had enough.

[@zxcvbnm2428]

'i want to prove to people im rich, i want flashy car' - go for merc/benz "im rich but humble but also want a very good car" - go for Audi

[@pedromonteiro2644]

"I'm rich and have impecable taste" -go for BMW

[@nicholaskuczek4161]

mercedes first, audi, them bmw , also i love this video, it was great

[@charliewilson3528]

If I hit the lottery and want to spend big bucks on sedan. This is for me. Big power sleeper. Go richly unnoticed some...

[@keithposehn]

If you’re trying to fix audio lag on an LG tv, look into getting a surround sound processor that allows you to set audio or video delay so you can sync the two. I believe those from Emotiva can do this as well as Rotel.

[@MrKevinWhite]

Definitely going to rewatch Ronin this week, great review!

[@jeffersonnegus860]

My Genesis G80 3.3T and I are so happy that you keep bringing up Genesis when comparing to the big German brands! The S8 is easily my favorite of all of them, until we see a faster G90.

[@Don_fae]

Tha interior is amazing

[@honza2755]

piano black :-(

[@thearousedeunuch]

It looks pretty boring, actually.

[@falxonPSN]

Audi interiors are known for being very nice and this one is a couple notches higher than most Audis.

[@ztech-consulting]

I normally don't like Audi's, my German Car rankings are Benz, BMW, Audi. But lately Audi has been doing really nice cars. Understated but nice. However MBUX is just next level and I love the new Mercs.

[@ATKL-ul4vz]

It just needs black rims and it would look just right

[@jasongrig]

yuri was spot on regarding the target market

[@diptanshugupta4077]

The person who buys this, is very confident of himself. That's sums up everything 😈🤘

[@debiljebane7450]

5:38 The Audi A8 also has the 4 Seat option, with the continous console. It also has the option with the tables and the front passenger seat folding away and massaging your feet, with heating.

[@ilkerYT]

8:05 That is what will I do when I see a Audi S8

[@gregorytrane7828]

The engine looks and sounds like the Cayenne Turbo you reviewed but the S8 seems visually to be slightly quicker. Good review as always.

[@shannonjude1]

as the owner of an 2017 s65 sedan im sticking with the s class

[@Franciscoxds]

Imagine this engine, air suspension, and rear wheel steer on an RS4 avant or rs5 sportback!!🔥🔥

[@abelucious]

I was thinking maybe in 4 years I can afford a pre owned one of these cars , then they said $10000 brakes …….

[@XxEvilxEmpirexX]

Those breaks last forever

[@PKmode]

A) Audi is known for being understated. That's always been the case. They are more understated, particularly with the 8-series (A8/L and S8) as those are the luxo, business barge. Comfortable, quiet with all the technology and intentionally more understated than BMW or MB while still performing alongside their equivalents. B) The "first: S8 was the D2 (4.2L NA V8) not the D3 with the 5.2L V10. C) There is a S8 Performance coming like usual but no RS8s. That said there is an RSQ8 SUV but that's obviously more akin to the Urus.

[@REVO515]

Yuri upgrade your HDMI cable to HDMI 2.2

[@watchesandburgers]

1. Audi S8 2. Merc S-Class 3. BMW 7-Series Though an RS7 takes 'em all!

[@snakeeyes9246]

The RS7 competes with the AMG E63s and the M5.

[@everythingenginenate966]

They should buy one for everyone

[@DoctorChange106]

I love it #1 for me. Black out Sport look is boring - think it would look fine normal - a little chrome to tie in with the wheels.

[@sergioserramusic]

Come on, the only good looking thing about the Genesis are the wheels

[@XxEvilxEmpirexX]

Sergio Serra exactly, cringed so hard when they said the front end looks better like what??? That car is hideous

[@yahya2700]

The backseat is missing some options, you can get heated leg rests

[@alexanderporter7470]

8:06 some must really love the BMW

[@eliaswreford4523]

This is by far my #1 choice. I’m looking for a 2016 plus as we speak and plan on doing an APR bolt-on with a stage 2 tune to take it to 710hp 790tq. That I’m turn makes the 0-60 time about 3.2sec and 1/4 mile runs in the 10.8-10.9.

[@socku1675]

Hey yuri, isnt there a AV Sync setting on LG tvs to edit the delay between picture and sound?

[@jeremiahborrowla5623]

I wish I had the S8, but I currently have the A8L 4.0T and love it. I’ve had the S600 and 750Li and the Audi is best so far

[@sid1852]

review the Audi RS6 and compare it to the M5 Comp and E63S

[@erlinddema]

M5 comp will smash those cars

[@lukeoldebraten6890]

@@erlinddema i dont think soo

[@erlinddema]

@@lukeoldebraten6890 check the specs and videos

[@propilot646]

Albanian 12 e63s

[@lukeoldebraten6890]

@@erlinddema yea m5 comp what about the rs6 perfromence you get what i mean you cant compre the m5 comp too standard rs6

[@gtguy123]

S8 always reminds me of the movie Ronin. What you guys said is so true.. I'm in my mid 40's.. this car is absolutely beautiful in my eyes. 'Just flashy enough'.

[@jugadtechnologies4171]

03:06 Transporter❣️

[@DigitalvideotoolsOrg]

That grille on the G90 is like that fencing that farmers use to enclose their chickens!

[@Gherbert1348]

13:09 honestly not a fan of that farty flutter exhaust sound, I hope it is better in person.

[@emililorenzo3835]

Same, a v8 can sound soo better

[@archimedes2261]

It’s funny how straightpipes can sit there and easily explain all the different and confusing drive modes and buttons but have a difficult time explaining how a touchscreen iPad in the back seats works 😁

[@HIPLhomeopathy]

Is it just me... But every time u guys accelerated the car, the sound of the engine was horrendously bad! 🤔

[@trewebster5884]

Ticks so bad thought a valve was gonna fly out the tailpipe..

[@HIPLhomeopathy]

@@trewebster5884 ikr... Glad to know that other ppl noticed it too. Not sure if there's an issue with this particular unit or if that's the original sound signature of the car.

[@trewebster5884]

1 in a billion! German engineering 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@Kira-xq9ev]

Trust me, it Sounds Better in Real Life

[@Anderson_999]

Agree, thing sounds like it isn't running on all cylinders and I love Audi.

[@spdcrzy]

Am I the only one that absolutely LOVES the completely understated looks of the S8 and the previous S8 Plus? Car reviewers, car magazines - everybody hates on Audi for being bland and shit but it's PERFECT for someone that wants to go REALLY fucking fast and have nobody remember what they drove. Especially the cops. :P

[@JamesCooperCrackers2Caviar]

So I’m ‘that age’ now and would buy the S8 everyday and twice on Sunday over the Merc and BMW 😏

[@johnkimmerly3699]

S8 is my go to I am not about being flashy and standing out.

[@Fiat_Multipla69]

9:53 sell the TV and buy another one.

[@jefffetters8914]

Guys!!! The first S8 did not have the V10. It had a V8. It was the second gen that had the V10 (2007-2009 in NA)

[@MatteoLorandi]

8:06 wtf 😂

[@maxx.a8302]

Stolen comment

[@RealNameNeverUsed]

@@maxx.a8302 but this one has emoji in it.

[@alxdgr8x]

The first S8 was the D2, which had a V8 (non-Lambo engine). The V10 D3 was the 2nd generation S8.