2014 Audi S8: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The key change for the 2014 Audi S8 is that blind-spot monitoring becomes standard. Otherwise, this is a light update: the engine, drivetrain, suspension, styling, and infotainment system carry over from 2013.
About the 2014 Audi S8
Third-generation S8 (D4 era), second U.S. model year, before the 2015 mid-cycle freshening.
Audi positions the S8 as the fast version of its flagship luxury sedan: a full-size four-door that mixes understated styling, rich cabin materials, and advanced tech with serious straight-line speed and confident all-weather traction. What sets it apart from rivals is the combination of a twin-turbo V8, standard quattro all-wheel drive, an aluminum-intensive body to keep weight in check, and a quiet, low-key look that does not advertise how quick it is.
The 2014 S8 is Audi’s performance-focused flagship sedan, combining a large luxury cabin with a 520-hp twin-turbo V8, all-wheel drive, and an adaptive air suspension. Its standout equipment includes massaging front sport seats, an 8-inch navigation system with handwriting recognition, and a 14-speaker Bose audio system.
What changed, by category
2014 Audi S8 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Engine | V8, Twin Turbo, 4.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 8-Spd Tiptronic |
| Drivetrain | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| MPG City | 15 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 26 mpg |
| Horsepower | 520 hp |
| Torque | 481 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 13.2 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 38.7 in |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |
| Alarm System | |
| Automatic Emergency Braking | |
| Automatic High Beams | |
| Blindspot Sensors | |
| Lane Departure Warning | |
| 360 Camera | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
| Fog Lights | |
| LED Headlights | |
| Power Moonroof | |
| Navigation System | |
| Premium Audio | |
| Smartphone Interface | |
| Heated Front Seats | |
| Heated Steering Wheel | |
| Leather Seats | |
| Ventilated Front Seats | |
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2014 Audi S8 compared with the 2013 model?
Standard blind-spot monitoring is the main change for 2014. The powertrain, suspension, styling, cabin design, and infotainment hardware otherwise remain much the same as in 2013.
Is the 2014 Audi S8 a redesigned model?
No, the 2014 S8 is not a redesign. It is the second U.S. model year of the third-generation S8 and receives only a small equipment update.
Does the 2014 Audi S8 have standard blind-spot monitoring?
Yes, blind-spot monitoring is standard on the 2014 Audi S8. Audi calls the system Audi side assist.
Did the 2014 Audi S8 get a different engine?
No, the 2014 S8 keeps the 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 with 520 horsepower and 481 lb-ft of torque. It also retains its eight-speed automatic transmission and standard all-wheel drive.
Is the 2014 Audi S8 meaningfully different from the 2013 model?
No, the difference is modest. The 2014 model makes blind-spot monitoring standard, but its performance hardware, styling, and major cabin technology largely carry over.
2014 Audi S8 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2014 Audi S8.