Audi S8 D3
The ultimate Q-car: a discreet executive express with a Lamborghini-derived V10 heart.
- Power
- 450 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 4.9 s
- Top speed
- 155 mph
- Est. value
- $7k–$35k
About the Audi S8 D3
The D3-generation Audi S8 is defined by its remarkable 5.2-litre V10 engine, a unit closely related to the one found in the Lamborghini Gallardo but tuned for executive refinement. Built using the lightweight Audi Space Frame (ASF) aluminium architecture, it offers a sophisticated balance of high-speed stability and surprising agility for its size. The interior remains a high-water mark for Audi, featuring exceptional material quality and the debut of the Bang & Olufsen 'pop-up' acoustic lens tweeters. While its styling is famously understated, the quad exhaust pipes and vertical-slat grille hint at the supercar-rivalling performance beneath the surface.
Audi S8 D3 specs
The Audi S8 D3 produces 450 bhp (336 kW) and 540 Nm (398 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 4.9 seconds and has a top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h).
| Make | Audi |
|---|---|
| Model | S8 |
| Generation | D3 |
| Trim | 5.2 V10 |
| Years | 2006–2010 |
| Type | Luxury |
| Body style | Saloon |
| Country | Germany |
| Original price | About $92,000 when new |
| Engine | 5.2-litre V10 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 5,204 cc (5.2 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 450 bhp (336 kW) at 7,000 rpm |
| Torque | 540 Nm (398 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 7,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 4.9 s |
| Top speed | 155 mph (250 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,940 kg (4,277 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 232 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is an Audi S8 D3 worth?
A typical Audi S8 D3 is estimated to be worth $7,200 – $35,000 (about £5,400 – £26,000).
Its original price when new was about $92,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Audi S8 D3 rarity in CarSpot
The Audi S8 D3 is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 17 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Audi S8 D3 fun facts
- Though often called a 'Lamborghini engine', the S8's V10 actually uses a longer stroke and a different bore spacing than the early Gallardo, sharing more DNA with Audi's FSI V8 family.
- The S8 was the first car to offer a 1,000-watt Bang & Olufsen Advanced Sound System, which featured tweeters that rose from the dashboard upon ignition.
- To manage the V10's heat and power, the S8 was available with massive 380mm carbon-ceramic front brakes, a rare and expensive option for a luxury saloon at the time.
