MotorMouths

You might be tempted to think of the new base-level A8 as something of an A8 Lite; a car that offers less for less money. But you’d be wrong. We like the new entry-level A8 for reducing the price without sacrificing performance.

The 2013 Audi A8 remains a top pick among luxury sedans thanks to its impressive performance, comfort, high-tech features and impeccable build quality.

Wat exactly are you getting with the 2013 A8 3.0T? A more affordable entry point into the range that doesn’t lose anything in the way of driving dynamics while still offering relatively good looks, top-notch comfort and absolute class-leading tech.

So, to summarize: The A8 L W12 Exclusive is faster than hell, with every imaginable convenience, lonely and formal to the point of being ceremonial.

The 2012 Audi A8 gives nothing away to its rivals in terms of performance, comfort, technological wizardry or build quality. As such, this driver-focused luxury sedan should be on the consideration list of anybody shopping this segment.

The Audi A8 combines high performance and high technology in a luxury sedan that’s almost as entertaining to ride in as it is fun to drive.

The 2012 Audi A8 blends tasteful exterior styling with reasonable performance and supreme passenger comfort. It represents a superb choice in a German luxury sedan.

Like the latest 7-series, the new Audi A8 drives smaller than its length (202.2 inches) suggests. The A8’s interior is fantastic, with not one texture or material taking a tactile wrong turn.

From a touch-based interface that allows drivers to enter queries by simply drawing characters to an all-new eight-speed transmission and some of the highest-quality interior materials we’ve seen, the car is a monumental achievement for Audi.

Graceful, quick and full of so many thoughtful and luxurious features that any new owner will be discovering new delights for months after purchase. For the select few who have the wherewithal and the inclination, the Audi A8L W12 is the new road king.

The 2011 A8 is plenty powerful for enthusiasts, and when it becomes available this fall at about $80,000, it’ll definitely get your attention.

The new Audi A8 and A8 L maximize what they do best: lots of high-quality engineering, plus artful design inside and out. These are outstanding luxury sedans. Any complaints fall into the niggles category.