When it comes to outright handling capability, Audi has cured what ailed the A8 upon which the S8 is based, and this large luxo-sedan is now an official thrill to drive once it has broken free of urban gridlock. The brakes are flawless, grip is extraordinary, and the Servotronic steering provides added feel and feedback. The adjustable suspension offers varying levels of stiffness, with “comfort” best for normal driving and “dynamic” suited more for twisty two-lane roads. If there’s a flaw here, it lay with the occasional shudder coming up through the steering column when slamming around a tight turn. Based on our evaluations, the Audi S8 is the enthusiast’s car of choice in the super luxury class.