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2022 Audi S8

The 2022 Audi S8 is a full-size car, rated at 17 MPG combined by the EPA. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for this model year.

2022 Audi S8
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Combined MPG
17
NHTSA safety
Not rated
Starting price
$122,000
Recalls
3

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeAudi
ModelS8
Model year2022
Vehicle classFull-size Car

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement4 L
Cylinders8
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
FuelPremium Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG14
Highway MPG23
Combined MPG17
CO₂ tailpipe520 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$4550

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City14 MPG
Highway23 MPG
Combined17 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

S817 MPG
Class average31.6 MPG

About 46% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$2,148/mo
Amount financed
$109,800
Total interest
$19,102
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5-year fuel cost
$11,824

$2,365/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG17
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC

NHTSA has not published NCAP crash-test ratings for this model year yet.

Recalls (3)

  • EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:VIDEO (TOUCH)SCREEN/MONITOR/UNIT22V806000 · 2022-10-26

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 AUDI A8, A6 Allroad, E-TRON Quattro, 2022 S3, RSQ8, RS7, RS6 Avant, Q8, Q7, Q3, E-TRON Sportback Quattro, S5 Cabriolet, E-TRON GT, S5 Sportback, A7, A6, A5 Sportback, A5 Cabriolet, A4, A4 Allroad, A3, S8, SQ7, SQ8, S6, and S4 vehicles. The infotainment main unit may become damaged internally when the vehicle is shut off, resulting in an inoperative rearview camera display the next time the vehicle is started. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the infotainment main unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91Ei.

  • AIR BAGS:FRONTAL23V084000 · 2023-02-15

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2023 S8 and A8 vehicles. During air bag assembly, the front-passenger occupant protection flap of the air bag may not have been folded correctly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the front-passenger air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 14, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69ET.

  • BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA25V900000 · 2025-12-19

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

    Remedy: Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2022 Audi S8?

The 2022 Audi S8 is EPA-rated at 17 MPG combined (14 city / 23 highway).

Is the 2022 Audi S8 reliable?

NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2022 Audi S8. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2022 Audi S8?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2022 Audi S8 costs roughly $2,365 per year to fuel, or about $11,824 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2022 Audi S8?

The 2022 Audi S8 is classified as a full-size car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC