2012 Audi A8

$5,000
from
28
listings
$5K–$40K
price range
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Low$5,000
High$39,995
From$5,000
Avg Mileage98,214 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 28 active dealer listings as of

2012 Audi A8 Trims

All Trims Combined
From$5,000
$5K–$40K
28 listings98,214 avg miles
3.0T
From$8,000
9 listings|$8K–$20K
4.2
From$5,495
10 listings|$5K–$13K
L 3.0T
From$5,500
466 listings|$6K–$114K
L 4.0T
From$7,777
92 listings|$8K–$48K
L 4.2
From$2,995
55 listings|$3K–$23K
L TDI
From$6,100
22 listings|$6K–$25K
L W12
From$13,995
4 listings|$14K–$40K

2012 Audi A8 Pricing

Price Trend

-12.5%
$3K$4K$6K$7K$8KMar 26Mar 26Mar 26$2,800
3 data pointsAs of Mar 26

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Audi A8 Safety & Reliability

Low Concern

The 2012 Audi A8's low safety profile includes 1 recall campaigns and 11 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

1
Recalls
11
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
16V6190002016-24-08
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Audi A8 vehicles manufactured May 15, 2010, to May 14, 2012. The affected vehicles have a coolant valve that may leak, allowing coolant to enter the engine control module causing a loss of power or the engine to stall.

A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2012 Audi A8 has accumulated 11 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with engine leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Engine2
02Steering2
03Electrical System,air Bags,unknown Or Other1
04Fuel System, Gasoline,engine1
05Engine,fuel/propulsion System,visibility/wiper1
11 total across 1 model years (2012–2012)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Audi A8 Fuel Economy

16–21mpg combined
·
14-18city
·
21-28hwy
·
$2,750-$3,600/yr

With 3 configurations tested, the 2012 Audi A8 ranges from 16 to 21 MPG combined. That's a 5 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
A8 - Automatic (S8)
21mpg
4.2L 8-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
18 city28 hwy~$2,750/yr-1/10 Poor
A8 L - Automatic (S8)
21mpg
4.2L 8-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
18 city28 hwy~$2,750/yr-1/10 Poor
A8 L - Automatic (S8)
16mpg
6.3L 12-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
14 city21 hwy~$3,600/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2012 Audi A8

34States

If you're near Florida, you're in luck: 10% of listings are there. But with 34 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2012.

2012 Audi A8 Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2012 Audi A8 a good car to buy?

The 2012 Audi A8 has 1 recall on record. There is 1 recall on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is engine, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2012 Audi A8?

NHTSA shows 1 recall campaign for the 2012 Audi A8. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2012 Audi A8?

Depending on configuration, the 2012 Audi A8 delivers 16–21 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

What are common problems with the 2012 Audi A8?

ENGINE is the number-one complaint area for the 2012 Audi A8, based on 11 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 2012 compare to other Audi A8 years?

The 2012 sits at a specific point in the Audi A8 lifecycle. The model overview compares all years side by side.

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