The Audi A8 is a luxurious sedan with a top speed of 210 km/h (electronically limited) and 130.49 mph, accelerating from 0-60 mph in 6.3 seconds. Its drag coefficient is 0.26, making it a sleek and aerodynamic ride.
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Max Speed
210 km/h, Electronically limited 130.49 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd
0.26
Acceleration 0 60 Mph
6.3 sec
Body & Dimensions
The Audi A8 is a luxurious sedan with a length of 5267 mm, width of 1949 mm, and height of 1471 mm. It has a wheelbase of 3122 mm and a turning circle of 12.7 m. The car has 5 seats and 4 doors, with a front track of 1644 mm and a rear track of 1635 mm.
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Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
4
Length
5267 mm 207.36 in.
Width
1949 mm 76.73 in.
Width Including Mirrors
2111 mm 83.11 in.
Height
1471 mm 57.91 in.
Wheelbase
3122 mm 122.91 in.
Front Track
1644 mm 64.72 in.
Rear Track
1635 mm 64.37 in.
Front Overhang
1003 mm 39.49 in.
Rear Overhang
1142 mm 44.96 in.
Min Turning Circle
12.7 m 41.67 ft.
Fuel Consumption
The Audi A8 Diesel has a fuel-efficient engine, with an EPA rating of 9.8 l/100 km in urban driving, 6.5 l/100 km in extra-urban driving, and 8.4 l/100 km combined. It meets the ULEV 2 emission standard.
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Emission Standard
ULEV 2
Fuel Consumption Economy Urban Epa
9.8 l/100 km 24 US mpg 28.82 UK mpg 10.2 km/l
Fuel Consumption Economy Extra Urban Epa
6.5 l/100 km 36.19 US mpg 43.46 UK mpg 15.38 km/l
Fuel Consumption Economy Combined Epa
8.4 l/100 km 28 US mpg 33.63 UK mpg 11.9 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Audi A8 is a luxury sedan with a powerful 6-cylinder V-engine, producing 240 horsepower and 580 Nm of torque. It features a turbocharged and intercooled engine, with a compression ratio of 16.3:1 and a fuel injection system of Diesel Commonrail. The car has an all-wheel-drive system with an 8-speed automatic transmission Tiptronic and features both front and rear independent multi-link suspension with air suspension.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
240 Hp @ 3500 rpm.
Power Per Litre
80.9 Hp/l
Torque
580 Nm @ 1750 rpm. 427.79 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
CPNB
Engine Displacement
2967 cm3 181.06 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
6
Engine Configuration
V-engine
Cylinder Bore
83 mm 3.27 in.
Piston Stroke
91.4 mm 3.6 in.
Compression Ratio
16.3:1
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
4
Fuel Injection System
Diesel Commonrail
Engine Aspiration
Turbocharger, Intercooler
Valvetrain
DOHC
Engine Oil Capacity
6.4 l 6.76 US qt | 5.63 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
5W-30, 0W-30 / VW 507 00
Coolant
11.5 l 12.15 US qt | 10.12 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives permanently the four wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
All wheel drive (4x4)
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
8 gears, automatic transmission Tiptronic
Front Suspension
Independent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer, Air suspension
Rear Suspension
Independent on trapezoidal lever, Air suspension, Transverse stabilizer
Engine Systems
Start & Stop System Particulate filter
Brakes
The Audi A8 features ventilated disc brakes all around, with 380mm discs at the front and 356mm discs at the rear. It also has electric power steering and a steering rack and pinion system. The car is equipped with 255/45 R19 and 265/40 R20 tires, and has ABS (Anti-lock braking system) as one of its assisting systems. The wheels have a size of 9J x 19 and 9J x 20.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs, 380 mm
Rear Brakes
Ventilated discs, 356 mm
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Power Steering
Electric Steering
Tires Size
255/45 R19; 265/40 R20
Wheel Rims Size
9J x 19; 9J x 20
Weight & Capacity
The Audi A8 has a impressive weight-to-power ratio of 8.6 kg/Hp, with 115.9 Hp per tonne, and a weight-to-torque ratio of 3.6 kg/Nm, with 280.2 Nm per tonne. It has a kerb weight of 2070 kg, a fuel tank capacity of 82 l, and a minimum trunk boot space of 520 l.
The length of the Audi A8 is 5267 mm or 207.36 in.
The Audi A8 has 5 seats
The turning circle of the Audi A8 is 12.7 m or 41.67 ft
The top speed of the Audi A8 is 210 km/h (electronically limited) and 130.49 mph.
The Audi A8 can accelerate from 0-60 mph in 6.3 seconds.
The drag coefficient of the Audi A8 is 0.26.
The fuel consumption is 9.8 l/100 km, which is equivalent to 24 US mpg or 28.82 UK mpg.
The fuel consumption is 6.5 l/100 km, which is equivalent to 36.19 US mpg or 43.46 UK mpg.
The combined fuel consumption is 8.4 l/100 km, which is equivalent to 28 US mpg or 33.63 UK mpg.
The Audi A8 has a 6-cylinder V-engine with turbocharger and intercooler.
The Audi A8 has a torque output of 580 Nm @ 1750 rpm.
The Audi A8 has an 8-speed automatic transmission Tiptronic.
The Audi A8 has ventilated disc brakes all around, with 380mm discs at the front and 356mm discs at the rear.
The Audi A8 has electric power steering.
The Audi A8 has 255/45 R19 and 265/40 R20 tires.
The starting price of the Audi A8 varies depending on the trim level and options chosen, but it typically starts around $85,000.
The Audi A8 offers a range of engine options, including a 3.0L V6, a 4.0L V8, and a 6.3L W12, with outputs ranging from 335 to 605 horsepower.
The Audi A8 has a generally good reliability record, with many owners reporting low maintenance costs and few mechanical issues. However, as with any complex vehicle, occasional issues can arise.
The weight-to-power ratio of the Audi A8 is 8.6 kg/Hp, with 115.9 Hp per tonne.
The weight-to-torque ratio of the Audi A8 is 3.6 kg/Nm, with 280.2 Nm per tonne.
The minimum trunk boot space of the Audi A8 is 520 l.
