2021 Audi A8 L (3L 6-cyl) MPG & Specs
Quick answer
The 2021 Audi A8 L gets an EPA-estimated 17/26 MPG (city/highway) and 21 MPG combined, with an estimated $3,600/year fuel cost and 430 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 3 L 6-cyl.
The 2021 Audi A8 L with the 3-liter 6-cylinder premium gasoline engine returns an EPA-estimated 17 MPG in the city and 26 MPG on the highway, for a combined 21 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.
| Engine | 3 L 6-cyl |
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Drive | All-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel type | Premium Gasoline |
| Vehicle class | Large Cars |
| MPG — city | 17 |
| MPG — highway | 26 |
| MPG — combined | 21 |
| Annual fuel cost* | $3,600 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 430 g/mi |
| EPA GHG score | 4/10 |
How efficient is it?
With a combined 21 MPG, the 2021 Audi A8 L sits in the moderate range for fuel economy. That is roughly 20% thirstier than the typical Large Cars of its era (26 MPG class average) — expect higher fuel bills than class-average alternatives.
Fuel economy and running costs
At about $3,600 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 2021 Audi A8 L. Over five years that is roughly $18,000 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.
Emissions
The 2021 Audi A8 L emits approximately 430 grams of CO₂ per mile at the tailpipe, earning an EPA greenhouse-gas score of 4 out of 10. Lower emissions generally track higher fuel economy.
How to read these numbers
EPA figures come from standardized laboratory test cycles and are the same estimates shown on the vehicle's window sticker. Your real-world mileage depends on driving style, conditions, fuel grade, and maintenance. Use combined MPG and annual fuel cost to compare vehicles fairly.