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Free Audi S8 VIN Decoder

Decode your Audi S8 VIN number free for full specifications, engine, power, transmission and body, plus recalls and safety ratings. Covers 7 variants (1996–2003). No registration.

1996–2003 7 variants Sedan Petrol
Audi S8
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Audi S8 specs by variant

Engine, power, transmission and emissions for each S8 variant in our database.

VariantYearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
4.0L TFSI MHEV V8 8AT quattro AWD (571 HP) 2021 Petrol 4.0 L 563 bhp AUTOMATIC 8sp — —
4.0L TSFI quattro V8 8AT (571 HP) 2019 Petrol 4.0 L 563 bhp AUTOMATIC 8sp — —
4.0L TFSI Quattro 8AT (520 HP) 2014 Petrol 4.0 L 512 bhp AUTOMATIC 8sp — —
5.2L V10 FSI Quattro 6AT (450 HP) 2006 Petrol 5.2 L 444 bhp AUTOMATIC 6sp — —
4.2L V8 6MT (360 HP) 1999–2003 Petrol 4.2 L 355 bhp MANUAL 6sp — —
4.2L V8 quattra 6MT AWD (360 HP) 1996–1999 Petrol 4.2 L 355 bhp MANUAL 6sp — —
4.2L V8 6MT AWD (340 HP) 1996–1999 Petrol 4.2 L 335 bhp MANUAL 6sp — —

Specifications are indicative, from open data (cardata.wiki). Decode your VIN above to confirm the exact build.

Why decode a Audi S8 VIN?

The VIN confirms the exact engine, gearbox and trim, exposes outstanding recalls, and verifies the car matches its paperwork, so you can be sure a used S8 is what the advert claims before you buy.

Other S8 generations and versions

The same nameplate across body styles and chassis generations.

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Audi S8 VIN FAQ

What does a Audi S8 VIN tell you?+
A Audi S8 VIN decodes to the exact variant, engine, transmission, body type, model year and factory options. Our free decoder also checks recalls and available safety ratings.
Where is the VIN on a Audi S8?+
Look at the base of the windscreen on the driver's side, on the driver's door-jamb sticker, and on the vehicle registration document (V5C / title).
What years was the Audi S8 made?+
Our database covers the Audi S8 for model years 1996–2003, across 7 variants.
Is the Audi S8 VIN check free?+
Yes, decoding specifications, recalls and safety ratings is completely free and needs no registration. A paid full-history report (mileage, theft, accidents) is optional.

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