At first glance, this may just look like a blacked-out, 2011 Audi A8. However, all it takes is a quick look at the details of this car to know we´ve just captured photos of Audi S8 test vehicle!
This S8 test car is an early development vehicle, so it is not wearing any of the sportier "S" bodywork just yet. What it does have are large brake rotors and callipers along with a quad tip exhaust setup. Both obvious signs this is no A8.
Early 2011
The S8 will get the usual upgraded suspension, brakes and powertrain that all "S" models get. Exactly which powertrain the S8 will get seems to be a mystery so far. The strongest rumours suggest that a 4.0-litre, twin-turbo V8 will be under the hood of the S8. Watch for the official debut of the S8 sometime in early 2011.
