Every V8 Luxury Sedan Available In 2025

The V8 isn’t dead yet — though it’s hanging on by a thread. With the industry marching toward electrification, these glorious eight-cylinder machines are getting rarer by the model year.

But in 2025, there are still a handful of luxury sedans (and coupe-sedan mashups) keeping the beef alive. From American muscle in a tailored suit to European autobahn missiles, here are the last luxury sedans that still proudly pack a V8 under the hood.

Lexus LC 500

Horsepower Rating: 471

Base Trim Engine

5L V8 ICE

Base Trim Transmission

10-speed automatic

Base Trim Drivetrain

Rear-Wheel Drive

Base Trim Horsepower

471 HP @7100 RPM

Base Trim Torque

398 lb.-ft. @ 4800 RPM

Base Trim Fuel Economy (city/highway/combined)

16/24/18 MPG

Base Trim Battery Type

Lead acid battery

Make

Lexus

Model

LC Coupe

The Lexus LC 500 is proof that not every V8 has to be turbocharged into submission. This naturally aspirated 5.0-liter masterpiece delivers 471 horsepower with a soundtrack that can only be described as mechanical opera. It’s one of the last of its kind — smooth, soulful, and genuinely emotional.

The LC 500 is technically more of a grand tourer, but it totally gives sedan energy, and it checks the luxury box so thoroughly that it deserves a mention. It’s the kind of car you take on a long road trip just for the joy of listening to that V8 sing at highway speeds.

Inside, the Lexus boasts one of the most striking cabins in the segment. Every stitch feels intentional, every surface feels premium, and every moment behind the wheel feels like you’re driving something that should cost twice as much.

Lexus IS 500

Horsepower Rating: 472

Base Trim Engine

5L V-8 ICE

Base Trim Transmission

8-speed automatic

Base Trim Drivetrain

Rear-Wheel Drive

Base Trim Horsepower

472 HP @7100 RPM

Base Trim Torque

395 lb.-ft. @ 4800 RPM

Base Trim Fuel Economy (city/highway/combined)

17/25/20 MPG

Base Trim Battery Type

Lead acid battery

Make

Lexus

Model

IS 500

If the LC 500 is the exotic Lexus, the IS 500 is the sleeper. This compact luxury sedan packs the same naturally aspirated 5.0-liter V8, making 472 horsepower — a rare gem in a class that’s almost entirely gone turbocharged or hybrid.

From the outside, the IS 500 doesn’t shout about its power. It’s subtle, understated, and perfectly content to blend in until you hit the gas. Then, suddenly, you’re reminded why V8s still matter: instant response, glorious sound, and a driving feel that no four-cylinder hybrid can replicate.

The IS 500 is also surprisingly practical. With four doors, a comfortable interior, and Lexus reliability, it’s the kind of car you can drive every day without feeling guilty. That is, until you remember that Lexus may not keep this V8 around forever.

BMW 760i xDrive

Horsepower Rating: 536

Base Trim Engine

3L I-6 Hybrid

Base Trim Transmission

8-speed automatic

Base Trim Drivetrain

Rear-Wheel Drive

Base Trim Horsepower

375 HP @5200 RPM

Base Trim Torque

383 lb.-ft. @ 1850 RPM

Base Trim Fuel Economy (city/highway/combined)

25/31/28 MPG

Base Trim Battery Type

Lead acid battery

Make

BMW

Model

7 Series

The BMW 760i xDrive is BMW’s flagship sedan, flexing a twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 that dishes out 536 horsepower—and even adds a mild-hybrid assist for just a sip of extra oomph and efficiency. But make no mistake about it, the hybrid doesn’t interfere with the feeling of driving a proper V8. It’s a limo-quiet V8 whisperer that can still launch you to 60 mph in just over four seconds, because BMW thinks you deserve both Zen vibes and rocket-level acceleration. The 7 Series has always provided sporty luxury for those who could afford it.

This is the kind of car that makes a quiet entrance but hollers when you drop the hammer. One moment you’re gliding along in a cloud of serenity; the next, you’re reminded that you’re piloting a serious V8-powered land missile. Truly, the 7 Series keeps the drama elegant.

Slide inside, and you’re wrapped in ultra-luxury with all the modern tech you can think of. Plush leather, ambient lighting, those fancy rear-executive features. It’s like the driver’s version of first-class air travel. Yet under the calm exterior lurks that gritty V8 rumble—proof BMW believes in power with a side of poise.

Audi S8

Horsepower Rating: 563

Base Trim Transmission

8-speed automatic

Base Trim Drivetrain

All-Wheel Drive

Base Trim Horsepower

563 HP @6000 RPM

Base Trim Torque

590 lb.-ft. @ 2500 RPM

Base Trim Fuel Economy (city/highway/combined)

15/24/18 MPG

Base Trim Battery Type

Lead acid battery

Make

Audi

Model

S8

Segment

Midsize Luxury Sedan

The 2025 Audi S8 is the epitome of stealthy performance. Nestled under its long hood, you’ll find a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8—blessed with mild-hybrid wizardry—churning out a rousing 563 horsepower and 590 pound-feet of torque.

This isn’t just another posh cruiser—it’s a fancy missile. With Quattro all-wheel-drive grip, rear-wheel steering, and adaptive air suspension, it rockets from zero to 60 mph in about 3.8 seconds, yet glides like a cloud the rest of the time. It’s like being seated in a limo that suddenly remembered it’s landed among sports cars.

Slide inside, and the Audi S8’s cabin spoils you rotten: plush Valcona leather, real wood and aluminum trim, and seats that heat, ventilate, and even massage—front and rear. Add Audi’s dual-screen MMI touchscreen center stack, a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, and a Bang & Olufsen audio system, and you’ve got a techy, leathery interior as serene as it is plush.

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance

Horsepower Rating: 577

Base Trim Engine

4L V-8 ICE

Base Trim Transmission

9-speed automatic

Base Trim Drivetrain

All-Wheel Drive

Base Trim Horsepower

577 HP @5500 RPM

Base Trim Torque

590 lb.-ft. @ 2500 RPM

Base Trim Fuel Economy (city/highway/combined)

12/19/14 MPG

Base Trim Battery Type

Lithium ion battery

Make

Mercedes-Benz

Model

AMG GT 63

The Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance takes the V8 sedan concept and turns it up to 11. In fact, it’s the most powerful production car wearing the Mercedes badge. Its 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 is paired with a hybrid system to deliver a mind-melting 831 horsepower — making it one of the most powerful sedans ever built.

Despite the insane numbers, the GT 63 S E is still a luxury car first – that ol’ Merc badge demands it. It has four doors, a sumptuous interior, and enough tech to make NASA jealous. But when you hit the accelerator, it becomes more supercar than sedan.

The interior is pure luxury but with AMG flair: premium materials, sporty touches, and enough digital displays to qualify as a spaceship. It’s proof that hybrids don’t have to be boring — especially when there’s still a V8 doing the heavy lifting.

Audi RS 7

Horsepower Rating: 621

Base Trim Transmission

8-speed automatic

Base Trim Drivetrain

All-Wheel Drive

Base Trim Horsepower

621 HP @6000 RPM

Base Trim Torque

627 lb.-ft. @ 2050 RPM

Base Trim Fuel Economy (city/highway/combined)

14/22/17 MPG

Base Trim Battery Type

Lead acid battery

Make

Audi

Model

RS7

Segment

Midsize Luxury Performance Sedan

The Audi RS 7 is one of those cars that makes you wonder why anyone would buy an SUV. It’s a wide, low, fastback sedan with a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 pumping out 621 horsepower, all sent to all four wheels through Audi’s Quattro system.

On the road, the RS 7 feels like it bends physics. It’s brutally quick, sure-footed in any condition, and just refined enough to still feel luxurious. Plus, it looks menacing — the kind of car that turns heads without trying too hard.

Inside, Audi brings its usual tech-heavy, driver-focused design. The digital cockpit, haptic controls, and impeccable materials make it feel like the future, while the V8 under the hood reminds you it’s still connected to the past.

Aston Martin Vantage

Horsepower Rating: 656

Base Trim Engine

4.0L Twin-Turbo V8 Gas

Base Trim Transmission

8-Speed automatic

Base Trim Drivetrain

Rear-Wheel Drive

Base Trim Horsepower

656 hp

Base Trim Torque

590 lb-ft

Fuel Economy

TBC

Make

Aston Martin

Model

Vantage Coupe

Segment

Sports Car

The Aston Martin Vantage might technically be a coupe, but in 2025, it blurs the line enough to deserve a spot here. It’s a luxury machine with a proper 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 pushing 656 horsepower — and yes, it’s a blast to drive, but even if it wasn’t, the sound is enjoyable enough on its own.

The Vantage is less about practicality and more about driving an Aston Martin. Everything from its wide rear end to its low-slung cockpit screams performance theater. Fire it up, and the V8 clears its throat like it’s about to give the speech of its life. Take it on a twisty road, and you’ll be grinning like a fool.

Inside, the Vantage is plush without being overcomplicated. Aston leans more on traditional craftsmanship than screens everywhere, and the result is a cabin that feels special every time you climb in.

Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing

Horsepower Rating: 668

Base Trim Engine

6.2L Supercharged V8 Gas

Base Trim Transmission

6-Speed Manual

Base Trim Drivetrain

Rear-Wheel Drive

Base Trim Horsepower

668 hp

Base Trim Torque

659 lb-ft

Fuel Economy

13/21 MPG

Make

Cadillac

Model

CT5-V Blackwing

Segment

Midsize Luxury Sedan

The Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing is America’s love letter to the V8 sedan, and what a letter it is. With a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 making 668 horsepower, this is the most powerful production sedan ever built by Cadillac — and it just might be the best. It’s fast, it’s loud, and it doesn’t apologize for being a little unhinged.

But the CT5-V Blackwing isn’t just about raw power. Cadillac tuned the chassis for balance, handling, and track capability, making it a true rival to Germany’s best. Add in the fact that you can still get it with a six-speed manual, and suddenly this sedan feels like a time machine back to when performance cars were all about the driver.

Inside, the CT5-V Blackwing is equal parts luxury cruiser and fighter jet cockpit. Carbon-fiber trim, sport bucket seats, and high-tech driver aids remind you this isn’t just a luxury muscle car; it’s a super sedan.

BMW M5

Horsepower Rating: 717

Base Trim Engine

4.4L V8 Hybrid

Base Trim Transmission

8-speed automatic

Base Trim Drivetrain

All-Wheel Drive

Base Trim Horsepower

577 HP @5600 RPM

Base Trim Torque

553 lb.-ft. @ 1800 RPM

Base Trim Battery Type

Lead acid battery

Make

BMW

Model

M5 Sedan

Segment

Midsize Luxury Performance Sedan

The BMW M5 has been the poster child for the luxury V8 sedan for decades, and 2025’s version continues the tradition. Under the hood sits a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 with a shocking 717 horsepower, launching this executive express from boardroom to autobahn with shocking urgency.

Unlike some of its flashier rivals, the M5 wears its power with subtlety. To the casual eye, it’s just another 5 Series — until you pay a little closer attention to the M body work and press the throttle, of course, unleashing a wave of torque that could pull the moon. The combination of refinement and brute force is what makes the M5 such a legend.

The interior is classic BMW: largely minimalist but still perfectly executed. Leather, digital displays, and enough tech to keep you entertained on long drives make it a car you’d happily drive daily — if your commute included a few unrestricted stretches of road.

2025 Bentley Flying Spur

Horsepower: 771

Base Trim Engine

4L V-8 Hybrid

Base Trim Transmission

8-speed auto-shift manual

Base Trim Drivetrain

All-Wheel Drive

Base Trim Horsepower

591 HP @6000 RPM

Base Trim Torque

590 lb.-ft. @ 2000 RPM

Base Trim Battery Type

Lead acid battery

Make

Bentley

Model

Flying Spur

Segment

Large Luxury Sedan

The 2025 Bentley Flying Spur proves that ultra-luxury doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice driving excitement. Bentley has swapped out the iconic W12 engine for a new 771-horsepower plug-in hybrid powertrain that combines a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 with an electric motor. The result? A fancy limousine that can glide in EV mode or rocket to 60 mph in just 3.3 seconds when both power sources team up. With around 30–40 miles of electric-only range, it even brings a touch of efficiency to a segment not exactly known for sipping fuel.

Inside, Bentley hasn’t held back. The cabin is wrapped in soft leathers, polished metal, and flawless wood trim, with new quilted upholstery and upgraded seating for 2025. Buyers can opt for either a three-across rear bench or individual bucket thrones, all with massage functions, turning the back seat into a spa on wheels. Despite all the luxury, the Flying Spur’s chassis delivers surprising athleticism, thanks to all-wheel drive, rear-wheel steering, and an adaptive suspension that can switch from cushy comfort to tight control at the push of a button.

Of course, a Bentley this grand doesn’t come cheap. Prices start at $276,450 and climb quickly with Mulliner customization, which offers nearly endless exterior colors, veneers, and leather choices. Fuel economy remains mediocre despite the hybrid setup, and some buyers may miss the simplicity and character of the old V8-only model. Still, the new Flying Spur shows Bentley’s ability to evolve without losing sight of what makes its sedans special: unmatched craftsmanship, effortless speed, and a true sense of occasion.