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Audi A8 Lwb: which year should you buy?

Across the 2013 to 2019 model years, the public record is strongest on the 2019 (99/100). Every year below is scored on its own NHTSA complaint and recall history. Shop by model year.

Best years to target

2019 99 · 2015 98 · 2013 98 · 2014 96

Every model year, scored

The same scoring for every year (how we score). A neutral Unproven or Too New stamp means too few owner reports are on file to judge the year either way.

201999/100
Buybest year

12 complaints · 0 recalls

201764/100
Unproven

6 complaints · 0 recalls

201664/100
Unproven

10 complaints · 0 recalls

201598/100
Buy

30 complaints · 0 recalls

201496/100
Buy

18 complaints · 0 recalls

201398/100
Buy

47 complaints · 0 recalls

Zeroing in on the 2019?

The full year-by-year verdict is free. When you’re ready to inspect and negotiate one specific car, the Full Report turns the 2019 Audi A8 Lwb’s complaint breakdown and recall list into an inspection-ready, shareable PDF.

Recalls, complaint breakdown & inspection checklist, all in a shareable PDF

Cross-shopping a different nameplate? Compare the 2019 Audi A8 Lwb head-to-head →

The fine print: each year’s verdict is computed from public NHTSA complaint and recall records for the Audi A8 Lwb as a model, not for any individual car. A well-kept example of a weaker year can outlast a neglected strong one. Informational only, so always get a professional pre-purchase inspection.