Audi S8 Horsepower & Torque (2002 - 2025): How Much Power Does A S8 Have?

The Audi S8 is a flagship luxury performance sedan, celebrated for blending high-end comfort with exceptional power since its debut in 2002.

Initially powered by a naturally aspirated 4.2L V8 producing 360 horsepower, the S8 has evolved into a technological powerhouse with a 4.0L twin-turbocharged hybrid V8 delivering 563 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque in 2025.

Notable milestones include the 5.2L V10 in 2006, generating 450 horsepower, and the 605-horsepower "Plus" variant in 2015.

Every generation features Audi's quattro (all-wheel drive) system and advanced automatic transmissions, with the latest offering an 8-speed automatic with manual shift capability.

Scroll down to explore detailed horsepower and torque data for each generation of the Audi S8.

Check out the Horsepower And Torque specifications for other makes and models.

2025 Audi S8 Horsepower

The Audi S8 is powered by a 4.0L TFSI hybrid engine, producing a consistent output of 563 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque.

This vehicle features an all-wheel drive (AWD) configuration and is equipped with an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

2024 Audi S8 Horsepower

The Audi S8 is powered by a 4.0L TFSI hybrid engine, producing a consistent output of 563 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque.

This vehicle features an all-wheel drive (AWD) configuration and is equipped with an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

2023 Audi S8 Horsepower

The 2023 Audi S8 is powered by a 4.0L TFSI V8 engine, producing a consistent output of 563 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque.

This engine is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission and features an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain configuration.

2022 Audi S8 Horsepower

The Audi S8 is powered by a 4.0L TFSI V8 engine, producing a consistent output of 563 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque.

This power is managed by an 8-speed automatic transmission and an all-wheel-drive (AWD) drivetrain configuration.

2021 Audi S8 Horsepower

The Audi S8 is equipped with a 4.0L engine that produces a consistent output of 563 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque, achieved through an all-wheel-drive (AWD) configuration.

The vehicle utilizes an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive for power delivery.

2020 Audi S8 Horsepower

The Audi S8 is powered by a 4.0L TFSI V8 engine, producing a consistent output of 563 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque.

This model features an all-wheel drive (AWD) configuration and is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

2018 Audi S8 Horsepower

The Audi S8 features a 4.0L V8 engine producing 605 horsepower and 517 lb-ft of torque, with consistent output across configurations.

It utilizes an all-wheel drive (AWD) system paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.

2017 Audi S8 Horsepower

The Audi S8 is powered by a 4.0L V8 engine, producing a consistent output of 605 horsepower and 517 lb-ft of torque.

It features an all-wheel-drive (AWD) drivetrain and is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

2016 Audi S8 Horsepower

The Audi S8 features a 4.0L V8 engine, producing a horsepower range of 520 hp to 605 hp, with the increase attributed to the S8 Plus variant.

Torque output ranges from 481 lb-ft in the S8 to 517 lb-ft in the S8 Plus, both utilizing an all-wheel drive (AWD) configuration and an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

2015 Audi S8 Horsepower

The Audi S8 is powered by a 4.0L V8 engine, producing a consistent output of 520 horsepower and 481 lb-ft of torque.

This model features an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain and is equipped with an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

2014 Audi S8 Horsepower

The Audi S8 is equipped with a 4.0L V8 engine producing 520 horsepower and 481 lb-ft of torque, with consistent output across configurations.

It features an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain and is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

2013 Audi S8 Horsepower

The Audi S8 is powered by a 4.0L V8 engine producing 520 horsepower and 481 lb-ft of torque, with consistent output across configurations.

It features an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain and is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission with manual shift capability.

2009 Audi S8 Horsepower

The Audi S8 is equipped with a 5.2L V10 engine producing 450 horsepower and 398 lb-ft of torque.

It features a Quattro all-wheel-drive system and is paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission.

2008 Audi S8 Horsepower

The Audi S8 is equipped with a 5.2L V10 engine producing 450 horsepower and 398 lb-ft of torque. It features a Quattro all-wheel-drive system and is paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission.

2007 Audi S8 Horsepower

The Audi S8 is equipped with a 5.2L V10 engine producing 450 horsepower and 398 lb-ft of torque. It features a Quattro all-wheel-drive system and is paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission.

2003 Audi S8 Horsepower

The Audi S8 is equipped with a 4.2L V8 engine producing 360 horsepower and 317 lb-ft of torque.

It features an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain and is paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

2002 Audi S8 Horsepower

The Audi S8 is equipped with a 4.2L V8 engine producing 360 horsepower and 317 lb-ft of torque.

It features an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain and is paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.