2009 Audi A8
- 2008 Audi A8
- Used Audi A8
Based on analysis of 40 A8 reviews and test drives.
Safety - What the Auto Press Says
The 2009 Audi A8 has not yet been rated in federal government crash tests or by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. That is typical of cars at this price range. The A8 features a full suite of modern safety equipment to protect occupants from a crash.
The 2009 Audi A8 comes with a dual-circuit Anti-lock Brake System, Electronic Brake Pressure Distribution and an Electronic Stabilization Program.
The 2009 Audi A8 is fitted with driver and front passenger airbags, side-impact airbags, knee airbags to prevent front occupants' knees from impacting the dashboard, and full-length head curtain airbags. Rear side airbags are available as an option. The A8 comes equipped with active head restraints standard. All seatbelts feature power height adjustments.
Audi Lane Assist, which detects when the car leaves its traffic lane, sends a warning through a vibrating steering wheel. The strength of the vibrations can bet set to different levels. Audi Side Assist warns the driver when a car is in their blind spot by flashing a light in the side mirror.
