- High-tech interior shared with other big Audi cars
- Three screens replace dials, and most buttons
- Exceptional level of quality and build
Audi A8 Interior quality and layout?
Compared to the most recent Mercedes-Benz S-Class, the inside of the Audi A8 is beginning to show its age. Whereas that car has a massive single screen and a superb augmented head-up display, the A8 has a dated infotainment system, even with a modern, elegant-looking, airy cabin.
Although the A8 is all about the backseat passengers, the driver has been well-considered. The dashboard is dominated by a three-screen layout, which may appear intimidating to newbies but is rather simple to operate.
The instrument panel behind the wheel is simply an expanded version of Audi’s already-excellent digital setup – you can customize the display to show small dials with things like the navigation map in the backdrop.
Alternatively, you can mimic a traditional analog setup by displaying a huge pair of dials flanking critical driving information. We enjoy it but recognize that it takes some getting used to.
Tech and infotainment
An upper and lower screen on the left side of the steering wheel replaces many of the actual buttons and switches of the old automobile. The topmost display is a standard sat-nav and infotainment display with low reflection and good clarity. It has ‘haptic’ feedback, meaning touching the screen feels like hitting a button. If you prefer a simpler touchscreen, you may turn this off.
The lower screen is for climate control and entering a sat-nav destination, which you can accomplish with a simulated keyboard or by ‘writing’ on the screen with your fingertip. Only left-handed people will feel comfortable doing this because the UK is a right-hand drive market.
However, we prefer the voice control system because it accepts natural requests, similar to Siri on an Apple device or Alexa on Amazon. Do you want to warm up the cabin? Simply stated, ‘I’m cold.’ Or do you want to grab a bite to eat? Simply tell it to “drive me to the nearest eatery.”
Audi A8 Interior Comfort
- Beautiful ride quality
- Comfortable seats all around, especially in the rear
- Roomy and multi-adjustable seats front and rear
When you get behind the wheel of the A8, you’ll see that the driver’s seat has plenty of adjustment, allowing almost anyone to find a comfortable position. It provides a dominating forward vision and a wide range of adjustments for a comfortable driving position. Read More; 2023 Audi A8 Price, Specs, and Review
We’ve tested all models in the lineup and can say they’re as comfy as you’d expect from a car billed as one of the greatest in the world. There’s plenty of support throughout the upper and lower body to keep you comfortable on even the longest journeys.
