The J.D. Power 100-Point Score is based on hundreds of thousands of independent and unbiased opinions of verified car owners.
83
Out of 100
Quality & Reliability
Not Rated
Measures the level of defects, malfunctions, and design flaws experienced by vehicle owners. Covers the entire vehicle from engine to infotainment system. A higher rating means fewer problems.
Driving Experience
Great
87/100
Owners' evaluation of the vehicle's design, performance, comfort, functionality, safety, and technology, comprise this rating. Newer and recently-redesigned vehicles tend to score better.
Resale
Average
79/100
J.D. Power's forecast of depreciation (how much of its current value the vehicle will likely lose) over the next three years. Lower depreciation equals a higher rating.
Dealership Experience
Not Rated
Owners' experience with this brand's dealerships during the purchase and service process make up this rating. Key factors include customer service, dealership facilities, and the quality of work.
Measured owner satisfaction with 2012 Audi A8 after 90-days of ownership.
The vehicle's navigation system
Comfort of the 2nd row seats
Styling of gauges and instruments
Owners Don't Like
The problems experienced by owners of the 2012 Audi A8 during the first 90-days of ownership.
Amount of trunk/hatch space
Vehicle acceleration
Smoothness of vehicle's ride
Performance Specs
MPG City
18
MPG Hwy
28
Horsepower
372
Transmission
8 speed, Automatic w/Manual Shift
Engine
Gas V8
Drivetrain
All Wheel Drive
Available Trims
2012 Audi A8 Review
Overview
A benchmark for brilliance. The 2012 Audi A8 represents the best of Audi engineering technology performance and luxury. From every angle you look … Bold. The A8 has a wide stance and low sleek profile. With distinctive LED headlights and contours along the sides. It’ll be hard not to take notice. Under the hood a 4.2 FSI V8 engine. Powerful responsive and fuel efficient. The legendary Quattro all-wheel drive system with available sport rear differential offer torque to the rear wheels and sportscar-like handling for the world’s most luxurious sedan. A seamless interior with precision-honed wood inlays ambient lighting and an intuitive MMI operating system wrap you in sophistication. It puts features of the A8 right at your fingertips and instantly recognizes handwritten inputs of letters and numbers. You can customize and view navigation phone radio and other features without taking your eyes off the road. Safety technology reaches new heights with Audi’s night vision assistant lightweight aluminum Audi space frame lane assist and 10 airbag system. You’ll always feel safe and in control behind the wheel. The 2012 Audi A8. Greatness recognized.
J.D. Power Award Winner
Performance Award Winner
Awarded to the models with the highest owner ratings for design and performance after the first 90 days of ownership