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  1. #1
    Senior Member Two Rings
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    Jan 03 2018
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    A8 vs S8 visual difference

    What are some quick visual ques to know the difference between the A8 and S8 besides the front bumper. Is the dash or start up different?

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    Junior Member One Ring virtualrc's Avatar
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    Some that come to mind...

    Speedo dials are italicized
    S8 logo in the dial
    Not sure about MMI startup screen but I assume driver computer screen will say S8 during startup
    Likely to have carbon trim as opposed to wood
    S8 logo in grill instead of quattro
    V8T logo on fender
    Many will have silver capped mirrors if not black from black optic package
    S8 will always be short wheelbase while many A8s are long wheelbase
    S8 standard wheel is typically more sporty, e.g., rotor style
    16 Audi S8 Plus - APR Stage II

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    Registered Member One Ring
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    Plovdiv

    2x2 exhaust and different rear bumper. Probably larger tires as S8 comes with 20s as standard.

    MMI does say S8, yes.
    Carbon trim was standard in my country, didn't pay extra.

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    Junior Member One Ring Spock's Avatar
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    On the S8, the spoiler under the front bumper and plastic piece around the ACC sensors on the front bumper have chrome trim. On the A8 both pieces are black.

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    2017 Audi A8L 4.0T Sport - Mythos Black Metallic with Nougat Brown Interior, Assam Gray Vavona Wood Trim, Black Alcantara Headliner, and Driver Assistance Package

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