Quick Answer: 2026 Audi A8 L 55 TFSI quattro
The A8 L 55 TFSI quattro is the entire 2026 A8 lineup: $95,100 MSRP plus $1,395 destination, with a 335-hp turbocharged 3.0-liter V6, 48-volt mild-hybrid assist, 8-speed Tiptronic® automatic, and standard quattro® all-wheel drive. Standard equipment already includes 22-way heated front seats, the S line exterior, OLED taillights, adaptive air suspension, a panoramic sunroof, and a Bang & Olufsen Premium sound system. Two packages do the personalizing: Executive plus (about $5,300, Valcona leather, massage front seats, heated rear seats, head-up display) and Black optic (about $2,600, gloss-black trim and 21-inch wheels). Audi Queens in Flushing can configure any combination or source an inbound build.
Total price, including every dealer-imposed charge: starting at $96,670 all in for the A8 L 55 TFSI quattro — the $95,100 manufacturer’s suggested retail price plus the $1,395 destination charge and the $175 documentation fee (an optional dealer charge, not a New York State or DMV fee). It excludes state and local taxes, title, registration, and any optional equipment.
Reading the standard list on a car with no trim to compare it against
Because there's only one A8, "standard equipment" means everything a flagship sedan should already include rather than a bargaining chip Audi is holding back for a pricier trim. The 22-way, multi-contour front seats, heated and with driver memory, are standard, as is the S line exterior badging and the OLED taillights that project two different light signatures depending on drive mode. The adaptive air suspension is always on duty, reading the road and adjusting continuously rather than offering a firmer setting you have to remember to select. Leather upholstery, a heated steering wheel, soft-close doors, and a surround-view camera system round out the basics most rivals charge extra for.
The technology stack matches the price point. MMI touch response runs a curved dual-screen layout, an upper display for navigation and media with haptic click-feedback, and a lower touchscreen dedicated to climate that reads handwriting for quick temperature or fan adjustments. Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ are included, and the standard Bang & Olufsen Premium system with 3D sound is genuinely good before you spend another dollar on audio.
The two packages, and which one earns its keep
Bang & Olufsen Premium sound is standard; the 23-speaker Advanced system is a separate option.
Executive plus (about $5,300) is the one to seriously consider. It bundles the extended leather package with Valcona leather, front heated seats with a massage function, a heated armrest, heated rear seats, HD Matrix-design LED headlights, dynamic all-wheel steering, the head-up display, and a 10.9-inch front-passenger MMI display. For a car whose entire purpose is comfort at the far end of long trips, or comfort for whoever's riding in back, this is where the A8 actually becomes what people picture when they picture an A8. Heated rear seats matter more here than on almost any other Audi, since the back seat is frequently where the important passenger sits.
Black optic (about $2,600) is the styling call. High-gloss black exterior elements, black brake calipers, and 21-inch 5-double-spoke-star-S wheels in bicolor finish sharpen the look without touching the mechanicals. It photographs well against the A8's already handsome proportions, and it pairs naturally with the darker exterior colors on the order sheet.
Standalone options worth knowing about: the Bang & Olufsen Advanced sound system (about $5,900) steps up to 23 speakers and 1,920 watts if the standard Premium system isn't enough car audio for you; 21-inch 10-Y-spoke evo wheels come in matte neodymium gold or black metallic darkened finishes as an alternative to the Black optic package's wheel design; remote park assist plus lets you maneuver the car in or out of tight spots from your phone; and a topview camera system with Virtual 360 gives a rotatable overhead view for parking in the tighter garages this borough tends to build.
What the buying process looks like at Audi Queens
Reviews of the sales floor at Audi Queens consistently describe the same pattern: a specific price, quoted early, without a second round of negotiation theater. One recent buyer, describing a straightforward purchase with sales manager Elgin Swift and brand specialist Patricia Tirado, put it plainly: "The manager Mr Elgin swift and Ms. Patricia Tirado were absolutely fantastic. This is my first time buying from a dealer and it was honestly the best experience" (Mohamed S.). Given the A8's low volume compared to the Q5s and A3s that move through the showroom daily, expect the process to lean more on locating or building the exact spec you want than on picking one off the lot; the team is used to working that way for less common configurations.
Frequently asked questions
What does "L" mean in Audi A8 L?
Long wheelbase. Audi builds a shorter A8 for other global markets, but the United States receives only the extended-wheelbase A8 L, which is why every 2026 A8 at Audi Queens carries the L designation.
Is there a 2026 A8 Premium, Premium Plus, or Prestige?
No. Unlike the A3, A5, Q5, or Q7, the A8 doesn't use Audi's Premium/Premium Plus/Prestige trim structure. There's one specification with two available packages instead.
What comes with the Executive plus package?
Valcona leather, front heated seats with massage, heated armrest and rear seats, HD Matrix-design LED headlights, dynamic all-wheel steering, the head-up display, and a 10.9-inch front-passenger display. It's roughly $5,300 and, for most buyers, the more consequential of the two packages.
How much does a fully loaded 2026 A8 cost?
Adding both packages and the B&O Advanced sound system to the $95,100 MSRP lands in the roughly $108,000-$109,000 range before destination, taxes, and fees. The pricing & leasing guide walks through what that becomes once New York's costs are added.
Does the A8 require premium fuel?
Yes. The EPA rates the 2026 A8 at 19 city, 27 highway, 22 combined on premium gasoline, and Audi specifies premium fuel for the turbocharged V6.
Can I test drive one in Flushing?
Current new inventory is listed here; because the A8 is a lower-volume car, contacting the showroom directly is the fastest way to confirm whether a matching example is on the ground or needs to be located.
The bottom line
Audi built the A8's decision tree to be short on purpose. The car that's already on the lot, before you touch an option box, is a genuinely well-equipped flagship. The only real question is whether the Executive plus package's comfort upgrades, especially the heated rear seats and the massage function, are worth roughly $5,300 to you, and for most people cross-shopping this segment, the answer is yes.
All 2026 Audi A8 guides
Manufacturer’s suggested retail price excludes the $1,395 destination charge and the $175 documentation fee (an optional dealer charge, not a New York State or DMV fee), along with along with taxes, title, registration, license fees, options, and dealer-installed accessories; the dealer sets the actual selling price. Package prices are approximate manufacturer figures at publication and can change; confirm current package content and pricing with Audi Queens. Fuel-economy figures are EPA estimates. No driver-assistance system replaces an attentive driver; see the owner's manual for system limitations. Customer quotes are excerpts from public Google reviews of Audi Queens.