1998 Audi A8 Tiptronic Quattro review from North America
"A nice, but expensive, sedan"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The engine's timing chain has broken twice, after warranty.
The water pump failed, resulting in an expensive engine overhaul.
The transmission had to be replaced.
General comments?
This is a fairly good car. The looks are nice, and it is luxurious and comfortable without being ostentatious. The performance could be better. The engine is a great engine, but more power is needed for such a large car. It has many nice features, including rear heated seats.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | V8 4.2, 300hp Semi-Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 4 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 101000 miles |
| Previous car | Jaguar XJ8 |
| Date of Entry | 19th November, 2003 |