This Is The NEW Audi S8?

Rory has a look at the Audi Grandsphere concept, which previews the next generation Audi A8 and S8, as well as the bonkers-looking Audi Skysphere sports GT and Urbansphere self-driving MPV.
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[@joshuasnow9138]

They need to make this car - so impressive but I’m tired of seeing amazing concepts never be manufactured.

[@cr9179]

Spot on lad

[@Divine_Serpent_Geh]

Yeah, same thing with all big Audi concepts. Like the A9 coupe (prologue) that was also never made. What a shame.

[@SpiceAndSauce]

It takes time. Look at the concept cars from the 2000s. They are all a reality now.

[@kennethsmith6899]

IKR!!

[@xVIPER94x]

You can think of concept cars like this as “what cars might look like without rules and regulations”. Cars have to comply with a plethora of different safety regulations that can drastically alter the design.

[@camxjuna]

Audi's concept designers are absolutely amazing. To me Audi has for the last years been my absolute favorite when it comes to new ideas and design.

[@StephanWahlen]

Meanwhile at BMW Design HQ: "leTs mAKe tHE kIDnEyS BiGgEr..."

[@user-gl4sd9xe3b]

@@StephanWahlen the new ix🤮😂

[@alalal123421]

eaaasily

[@MasterAppels]

They have subtly changed their design language over the last couple of years. The e-tron GT is so refreshing.

[@jeanwagner1977]

Ｌｕúū

[@marvenp]

Really like this dude! Hope they keep him around. He gives good detail about the cars he's reviewing.

[@celpabedn]

I have seen many white guilt comments on his channel, it's amazing ho many of you are there constantly typing similar words...

[@cokemango]

@@celpabedn what?

[@bolupopoola9794]

Hello

[@bananaear23]

@@celpabedn nah bruh, he is just not annoying. Many of these large channels have annoying ass people. His commentary was the right amount. He let the car speak for itself without it being to much or too little

[@zerocal76]

He's Rory Reid. He's damn good at his job!

[@wittymartin]

One of the best auto channels on the internet. Thanks for always bringing us top quality, mate! 👊🏾🙂

[@michaelayeni177]

I have never seen a concept review as detailed as this one. Very Good job. For the first time I could "feel" how owning one would feel.

[@Hereforyou2]

S8 interior doesn’t look safe

[@kevinohfficial]

Even those birds in the beginning were like “wow, Jim, you seeing this new concept? Good stuff aye?” But seriously Audi makes such sleek and beautiful vehicles! The V8 powered RS5 is still one of my favorites for sure!

[@MrG77]

My neighbor has one ,it's beautiful and a beast one of my faves . It's also my alarm clock in the morning when he starts it.👍🙏🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@bhe915]

I have a 2014 RS5 and I wish Audi would make them again just with twin turbos or a super charger and about 700Hp. The sound is the best when it starts on in sport mode.

[@stefanurban8427]

Wow, a very good job and entertaining show, Rory! Thanks Audi! I already drive an eTron Sportback and it feels more like a spaceship than a car when I drive it. I would really like to see these concepts as an everyday car!

[@Pinnacle17]

I feel like the components that current/older cars had like the grill/wheel spokes that are starting to be reimagined may soon be completely redesigned. They're making small adjustments now but since the car is electric there can really be anything on the front in any design. I bet they'll start doing some crazy things with that or just make it plain like tesla

[@swoozie]

Production was great on this vid - Audi pls release these and w/o changing their visual design from concept to production. So many manufactures lose us when they do that.

[@yaboiyosef7640]

The reason they often have to change the look is because of crash regulations. Car has to be a certain shape to be safer in a crash.

[@Carfan678]

Concepts usually don’t pass certain regulations and because of that the designs ends up changing a lot

[@ghostcode8809]

This is the most unrealistic concept cars you ever will see this year no way they make it in production at this level

[@alalal123421]

ayyy swoozie

[@jeanwagner1977]

@@Carfan678 edited

[@mev202]

I must have said "Never gonna happen" about 20 times in this video. Beautifully shot and lovely location. Rory is excellent.

[@jeff230394]

neva guna happun

[@N1ckZ]

Well the next A8 is confirmed for next year and according to Audi it will look very similar to the grandshpere concept

[@thegoldenratio8127]

So glad I found your channel, absolutely love everything about this video, great work👍

[@BizzMRK]

I really like the interior design of the skysphere interior (except for the analog clock). It is so clean and scifi spaceship looking. Not a fan of the gesture controlls though because they would probably be pretty hit and miss or trigger when you did not intend to and even in full autonomy mode I would still like to be able to take over seemlessly rather than having to wait for the steering wheel and pedals to emerge.

[@boatoflol]

Guess you can decide not to retract the steering wheel at all and also use the knobs and buttons normally. Also supposedly the clock and some other design elements seem to be an homage to a 1930 Horch.

[@simontompkins3300]

Whilst its always good to see manufacturers stretch there minds and designs, there's a lot of impractical equipment and a lot of frustrating functions, And ones that will take more time to operate than to do things manually, but they are concepts and I presume only a few of the tech bits will actually reach the every day car. So well done Audi for giving us a small glimpse into the future.

[@nonamenoname4641]

Concepts seldom go into production. But rather, individual pieces of technology within a concept is taken from it and applied to different models based on the company's agenda.

[@luvpiggery]

yeah these are more like art projects than anything useful. It must be cathartic for the designers and engineers though to work on things that are pointless and not always be beholden to the consumer or regulators.

[@nonamenoname4641]

@@luvpiggery like I said, they're not pointless. Some Pieces of technology from these spheres will be taken and copied onto newer year models of already existing lines. The current C8 gen got the Q8 got most of its tech from a concept that looked nothing like it.

[@luvpiggery]

@@nonamenoname4641 auto expanding wheelbase isn't pointless in your opinion? Nor is a silly steering wheel that takes minutes to even be usable? Or a glass 'grill' that can display pong? Doors that open assuming nothing else is close by? I respectfully disagree 🙂

[@christopheringanji2493]

I thought so too, most of these features am like “why?”

[@RS-jb1lf]

Absolutely stunning. Like something from Minority Report. Complete automation and optimum traffic management doesn’t require a seat belt.

[@tyty0071]

I'll keep the seat belt on, thanks.

[@bobimoto28]

@@tyty0071 🤣🤣🤣

[@opinionated_one8692]

Rory, You do know that you are if not the best, if not the best car reviewer on KZbin, day I say in the country and soon to conker the world...Lol. I mean how do you make a still car seem more interesting than it is, don't get me wrong there lovely. But normally we look at static cars and move on, but to have a reviewer as good as yourself explain to us the details of it, we learn so much more. I personally was never ever interested in a car review where the car was not being driven, until I watched your reviews, so thank you sir..🙂

[@Tiigerr]

They look great, but unfortunately none of these are going to make production. There are loads of amazing concepts that manufacturers make to get some buzz, but very rarely, if ever, do they make production without some massive downgrades. Just something to remember for everyone, concepts are easy, but turning that into a profitable and practical mass-produced vehicle is a whole different ball game. Thanks for the video Rory!

[@fredriksvard2603]

They made the r8, wasn't that far off from the concepts

[@boatoflol]

@@fredriksvard2603 The R8 is basically a prestige model, it does not actually make a lot of money for the company if at all. But the sheer effect a supercar has on the image is worth manufacturing it. As far as im concerned the standard A8 let alone the S8 does not go so well right now. Maybe some of the Ideas and insights of these concept cars might end up in the new A8 who knows.

[@N1ckZ]

That's not true. They have confirmed the next A8 will be revealed next year and it will look very similar to the grandshpere concept

[@coreywestcarr8899]

Well done Rory, what a great insight into future personal transport. Unfortunately this is at least another 20 years from now when the combustion engine is completely dead in my humble opinion.

[@gianmarcoguarnier2525]

the Skysphere is mind blowing. Never seen such design, it looks like a Cyberpunk interpretation of the batmobile. I really do hope it will eventually reach production (with or without the moving chassis) just to see these space ships in real life

[@_method_5877]

That wheel base extension feature is so impressive

[@andrebrown4669]

Stunning vehicles, however, if your windshield cracked do you have to replace the whole windshield & top sunroof?

[@grayknight836]

Nice job Audi Designers! Nice to see some cool vehicle concepts that can actually be produced and utilized. I prefer my steering wheel permanently placed! Need the Avant and SUV versions!

[@DocWolph]

Steering Wheel should fully deploy in 2 seconds. You might need the wheel RIGHT NOW! It can take its time folding away. All and all, the version in the AUDI RSQ from "I, Robot" (2004), works best to me. It deploys in less than a second and folds away about as fast.

[@SunakStarmerisacunt]

yah imagine if you're a car thief waiting for the steering wheel to deploy so you can scarper. Then it malfunctions because it's a VW product.

[@KelvindeWolfe]

Probably slowed it down so the car geeks don’t get injured

[@vandankumar280]

I love this guy's locations where he shoots , he really concerned about backgrounds , i love ur work bro....keep on doinnn frm India 🙏🏿

[@storiestotell]

Design element and gestures got me. The steering retraction thats what I love the most

[@menaseven9093]

Awesome Audi concept cars, Audi has a bright future in EV. I like the moveable steering wheel and dashboard. I like the curve dashboard screen. I like the suicide doors and the minimalist seats. I like the sedan and sports car.

[@SebDJ]

I'd love to know how long it takes for the designers to build these concepts, an insight on the design & build process would be awesome.

[@johnboscookpala7928]

I'm sitting here trying to imagine how much money was poured into these projects. Amazing

[@SebDJ]

@@johnboscookpala7928 thats my thinking! Usually concepts are just painted clay sculptures, but these are something else!

[@steverielly]

A number of these designs look like the concepts cars they drew up a decade ago, that looked wild....then the accountants got their hands on it and dumbed it down due to actual production capabilities at the time. Now, we're seeing a number of those factors out of the way, and what was only on paper is coming to life. It is so cool to see.

[@BleedForTheWorld]

Not a whole lot. These concepts are sometimes built and finished several years ago as well. These projects are used to further elaborate on future road going vehicles for the company involved.

[@ajayxthrive1740]

These concept cars are jaw dropping however some of the feature seem oddly placed if you want ti change settings but need to focus on the road, for example the climate control buttons being on the door.

[@Paul-ps8ho]

Wow amazing car , thanks for the detail well presented by the presenter.

[@ceespot]

I remember watching Demolition Man in the 90’s, and thinking in 2010 cars would look exactly like this….in reality I underestimated the rate of change in autos by about 20-30 years!

[@darkbassi5911]

Great film, I remember when SLY crashes and the car, it fills with a foam, I thought that's a great idea. Guessing in theory it would suffocate the passenger if it happened in real life.

[@trillz44]

Great concepts, i just wonder how may mechanically folding and retracting items will still work after 100,000

[@NickVice]

Just like everything in the consumerism modern world it will become E-Waste. These cars after warranty will be unserviceable, Then again by the time these come out maybe in 10 years dealerships will have robotic service so they can fix issues.

[@kokokoko3298]

That steering wheel has gapping areas around it when it comes out, will they sort of cover the gapping?

[@dwaynewiggins1798]

Your presentation is as amazing as the vehicle’s you describe. Great job!

[@DjAssassin98]

Audi makes some of the best concept cars I just wish most of the concepts made it to their production cars

[@Cameron08_]

The car is impressive but I am really worried when all those moving parts stop working when the car gets old 😬

[@nick_0]

I guess user experience varies as with anything, but these moving parts seem to put up pretty well against time

[@SunakStarmerisacunt]

Old? They'll be malfunctioning during the warranty period! It's a VW product, so it'll be poorly wired and with cheap components. I can only imagine the recalls.

[@timemachine9156]

You don't need to wait until the car gets old!

[@llavero5]

My 31 years old car have pop-up headlight, and still working without problem.

[@jaffaorange3809]

I feel old when I think about such things, although I'm 36. But yeah, since products aren't made for the long haul anymore, I can imagine all these moving parts break one by one.

[@Emegleshow]

First time seeing your video on youtube. Love it! You are so engageing and relaxing to watch. Keep it up!

[@emna856]

Wow. The screen was put very cleverly into the back of the seat in front of it. Amazing.

[@bugraaydn5073]

Audi is literally insane when it comes to concepts..

[@rolfknappmann]

If they make an actual car like that, it's probably gonna be an SUV 😁

[@Alby911]

To be fair, companies have to react to market trends. In a sense it's our fault for the popularity of SUV's; not that it's a bad thing either way

[@joeb4294]

@@Alby911 well, it's certainly not my fault - and it is a bad thing when vehicles keep getting bigger, heavier, more expensive, and harder to see out of

[@Alby911]

@@joeb4294 Smaller cars still do exist. Agree on the rising cost though - yikes

[@AG_before]

I was tearing. It's just so beautiful. Thanks for the no nonsense video! 👍

[@osgabriel20]

Startrec level tech thank you so much lovely presentation ❤

[@x360Vidzx]

Biggest question is what watch is that Rory?! Looks beautiful

[@bruintoo]

Almost all of Audi's concept never translate into production cars with exception of the original TT.

[@keegzwhittal]

Ever heard of the Etron?

[@vincentmartin5360]

The etron gt is pretty similar to the concept, I think for electric cars its easier to stay close to the concept

[@matthewtemprell5422]

The lemans concept is basically the gen 1 R8. And the sport back concept became the a7.

[@JeDxDeVu]

They had a beautiful concept for a new quattro. Never happened. It was beautiful

[@SocialNetArchitecks]

OUTSTANDING cars and presentation! They make everything else feel like they lack imagination!

[@Cnoted33]

Impressive. Audi has come a long way since my 2013 Allroad :) Nice presentation Rory!

[@LDNBikes]

I think these are some amazing cars and beautifully designed but I feel there are a lot of tech not may look good but is unnecessary and expensive that the consumer will end up paying for and either never use or become frustrating

[@peace4myheart]

I like the design direction Audi is going. Very nice and futuristic.

[@matthewspry4217]

Very I ROBOT

[@jeremijakrstic1968]

@@matthewspry4217 Unfortunately, this is a dead end. Since VAG overdosed on touch shit and tablets, their sales profile changed. Even BMW managed to realize it's harmful to their business. Japanese and Korean manufacturers never fully followed that craze. These days, they have the upper hand when it comes to parts availability. In the long run, usability always beats short-lived trends. It's visible, especially now, when cars' availability is lower, while prices - higher.

[@scorp3x]

This reminds me of that VW Golf concept W12 650. That was amazing at it's time!

[@ArgentoRAWRz]

Got a question, if the front grill is for cooling then how the hell this happens with having glass in front? how is the cooling happening? from underneath?

[@jessejohnson8562]

My d2 a8 has maybe 80% of the little servo motors that adjust things like seat and steering wheel position still work, (great for an almost 25yr old frauline) in my case the car is still comfortable and functional. the steering wheel still moves in and out but no longer up or down, the seat adjustment works except for the drivers side headrest and the passenger seatbelt height adjustment. This dosent effect the functionality of the car, i wonder however what will happen with this new fangled thing if the little motor for deploying the steering wheel or opening the doors fails. are you essentially left with a brick? are there going to be manual overrides? like flip a switch and manually pull the steering wheel out? with the reliability of global supply chains and audi dealerships this stuff just dosent seem like a viable form of transportation yet. not to say it isn't a cool toy to show off on the floors of a trade show!

[@sammathew1127]

Wow.. what a car.. I wish it's manufactured just as shown in the video..🤩🤩🤩

[@hieroglyph321]

Damn ... that transforming Skysphere cockpit is wild! ... Cool video 👍

[@dennisdube5938]

I have never seen someone describing a vehicle so cool and flowing. great video great tour.This guy should get a buck.

[@AsimSheikh]

Excellent presenter Rory. Way classier than Matt Overexcited Watson.

[@XtrAMassivE]

Those are some proper concept cars, amazing job by Audi. The retractable steering wheel looks stunning and the whole thing really looks like it came from the future.

[@fartknockers]

In reality though it would annoy the f&&k out of you waiting to use the steering wheel.

[@Superbustr]

First thought after watching the video for 10 seconds. That front clear glass panel is going to be an absolute rock chip-crack magnet.

[@CharltonJude]

Audi’s are honestly just pure elegance & Minimalism. Stunning!!

[@MrSpotmefly]

Amazing concept by Audi, but the real question is when will our roads and infrastructure become 21st century to allow these motors to function well without failure.

[@Alby911]

How long is a piece of string?

[@andyc9253]

WOW, Audi has always done design for cars, like Apple do design for consumable tech. We’re seeing the x-over from cars being cars to cars being experience and entertainment spaces. We’re seeing the future right here

[@robert_niegel]

Awesome vid! Ideas on the Audi Q6? Might be Urban Sphere in production already?

[@user-gl1uk9uc9o]

Hey Rory, where d'you find those sneakers? Do they have a name or model number. I can't find them anywhere and they are way cool. Any info appreciated! Thanks.

[@jontaylor5322]

Great review as ever Rory. Amazing looking cars, but electric just ain't for me. Keep the reviews coming and don't forget the bikes!!! 😃😃😃 Cheers...

[@badlt5897]

Horse and buggy more your speed?

[@Random.ChanneI]

I love these type of cars, but we need smaller cars! I do think that’s the future.

[@Random.ChanneI]

@Janthony That’s funny

[@MrShaunG]

Not an expert in the field but I am assuming that autonomous mode aka steering wheel moving in and out etc, will be the first hurdle in most western countries. These are beautiful though I’d like that convertible. I was crushing on teslas new roadster but now lol this took the cake here! Awesome vid as usual

[@ivanostellato9478]

swamp doors, are viable if you use a b pillar .. the b pillar can go with the opening door .. a T middle will avail too ... i will drive all the conceptsz

[@gnosis7188]

I love Audis tremendously , they really need to implement this design concept into their newer models.

[@MajorBreakfast]

Exterior: I'm impressed. Pure awesomeness Interior: Looks uncomfortable and impractical. Projections on wood aren't the future, integrated screens and good software are (like what we saw from Apple at WWDC 2022) Also, the seats look unergonomic and I doubt that hand gestures will ever get intuitive. Better to focus on the stunning exterior :)

[@carlosandleon]

it's almost like it's a concept

[@furyan9382]

I have a Vauxhall Meriva B with the same suicidal doors, but ours is probably 10x cheaper, if not way more 🤣😂 Love these doors so easy to come in and out, but I would say for older passengers on the back you will want that grab handle attached to the middle pillar; I guess this one is for different clients. 😀

[@f1b1777]

Am surprised you not talk about how far they come of design thinking etc compared to the car used in film I-Robot as it’s first thing was thinking .

[@patrick.i5377]

Is it just me or does it look so unreal, that it seems to be computer generated😶

[@lukholosityebi4181]

I have to say I personally am not looking forward to these future vehicles, they're just too autonomous, too gimmicky, and more so they're electric. As a petrol head the future is a nightmare for me😭. Anywho, one of the features Rory is highlighting here being the gesture open/close door function Mercedes already has in their current production S class, which begs the question - what and/or how much more can engineers and technicians cram into these vehicles?!

[@ninoloso]

Yes, it's too gimmicky This concept is trying to create a whole new category of luxury... I dont think it will catch on

[@densmac]

If EV's came before ICE's you'd be of the opposite sentiments. It's all in the mind.

[@joeclifford4953]

Great reviews. Really interesting. Very well presented.

[@hadaresawadogo3456]

Let us wish many of the features and the bodylines come to the production cars. 3:11 what airmax 👟 💯 are those plz? And the colorway? 🔥

[@ernestradner156]

📌I don’t know who but someone actually needs to hear this.You’ve got to stop saving all your money. Venture into investing some, if you really want financial stability.

[@PLEASE-FOCUS]

Incredible concepts and a fantastic tour production. 👏

[@cw4861]

This video was such an eye-candy. Incredible editing & post-production if I'm being honest. Cool cars too

[@traceybartee4575]

You are very knowledgeable on the product did you use to sale car's?

[@janoschfink9533]

How do you get into the backseats of the Urban Sphere?

[@yingmustang67]

Oké, normally I don't like VAG group, but when Audi went full EV all the big / study or concept models are stunning looking!!! 😍 👌

[@Blankadoodledo]

Great great review as always sir. Astounding cars...breathtaking. this is how you design a car. Im a bmw fanboy, but bmw has nothing on audi in this department. Audi and merc are just a marvel to look at.

[@frostedsouls8661]

Sky Sphere is my favorite concept, the long front is absolutely gorgeous

[@oserchlp]

Am I the only one who would rather drive a Škoda or Kia or whatever more simple? Where you can just sit the fk down, grab the steering wheel and go? If I want the radio... 1 button If I want the heating... 1 button etc... Idk I proly just like simple things that work. The only thing I really like about this car is the outside. Audi really knows how to design something beautiful!

[@cadpietre4378]

@4:33 some trim is already coming off in the corner of the dash (bottom screen)

[@lianalonge1984]

Some of the features in the Grand Sphere reminds me of the autonomous Audi RSQ sports coupe in the 2004 “I, Robot” movie.

[@JKerr-iy2jr]

So if there is a problem, you have to press the button and wait the several seconds before you can take control. The designs look great, but glass covered grills don’t sound very durable when you’re driving out in the real world,

[@imjody]

Oh man, these are absolutely gorgeous. Especially love the 2nd car you showed.

[@manufrauca8250]

I don't know if I'm more impressed by the car or the video editing and recording skills.

[@TheSunseeker007]

I think they got the aerodynamics in the front of the s8 car a bit wrong . Looks like a plus fuel consumption and a breaker of speed.

[@peterlarsen7779]

From the commercials on Danish tv, this is a concept car. I _hope_ they'll let us enjoy seeing it on the roads...but I doubt it.

[@romanjojoj]

Man!! This is absolutely insane! Love those designs … exterior and interior! Audi again awesome job! I’ve been big fan since 2000’s . Keep creating and making it! Audi! You inspire all car manufacturers around the world. Audi is always ahead of everyone and it’s all good! It’s just some naysayers and critics can’t simply swallow the truth.😅 Especially Ford, Kia, Hyundai fans! 😅 ( don’t bother with your nonsense offending replies with bla,bla to my comment … I won’t reply anyway 😎) …..Audi please make RS5 coupe with this exterior design update! That would’ve be so game changer! Audi is truly best in exterior and interior designs and technology! 👊🏼😎

[@ga1921]

Never thought I'd fall in love with all three cars all at the same time.

[@jasam123]

This is like that Citroen concept from decade ago. One was put on the streets of Paris, you can see it on YT

[@robmantle3710]

Love the cars, loving the shirt too Rory very suave my friend. Audi you have absolutely smashed it with these designs.

[@charletfoster8917]

Thanks Rory, these concept cars are amazing👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿

[@datmixednut1254]

Very nice only complaint is how slow and loud everything is when moving

[@jay28elle]

Cool, very cool. I'm sure I'll never get any closer to one of these than these videos.

[@fredkelly6953]

Yes the steering wheel. When I first saw the yoke on the plaid I put 2 and 2 together and figured that would be a hell of a lot easier to tuck away when full self driving is an actuality. These fantasy cars are never going to see the light of a showroom floor but they are amongst the most gorgeous concepts I've seen, throwing the latest tech into beautiful design.

[@surindersingh724]

I'm sure cars similar to this will hit the showrooms by 2050.

[@WarlordMoA]

I have been seeing the advertisements on television and my god the Audi concepts are beautiful and i hope these concepts and signatures willl make it into market i would love to purchase the urban SUV perfect for London traffic.

[@Miki99432]

All look sick. Audi's are definitely one of best looking cars for me. Simply classy

[@bobo2429]

What motor inside 6.0?

[@jorgemontero3284]

i feel is great but i got and issue with it that is that... normally u are not moving that slow i want things to be quick i go time to see how my arm move how it closed alone how it does all the animations. i need it to make it faster so i wanan know how i will make this all manually bc yeah ewll is so great how it does it all alone but from the moment to get to the car to teh moment u began to move i see u can take 5 min in the process with all those animations. that i dont see its much needed at all