Audi A8 Review

Audi A8 - speed represents sedan, the flagship Audi model range. It was first shown in February 1994. Audi A8 is the first in the world and logically Class car "luxury", produced a great series. Audi A8 with front or full drive (Quattro), carrying the body of aluminum alloy, manufactured on the "space frame" is a rich and equipment based electronics and modern technology.
Audi A8

The new range of engines in 1997 is the first V-shaped 6-cylinder diesel and turbocharged direct injection. Its working volume of 2.5 litres, and capacity to 150 litres. Equilibrium, power output characteristics, as well as economic indicators are 2.5 TDI engine is one of the best engines in its class. In addition, the Audi A8 is available with the 2.8-litre engine 6-cylinder, and the V-form "Eight workers of 3.7 and 4.2 litre capacity of 230 and 300 litres. The vehicle owner may as mechanical boxes, and 5-speed "automatic" company ZF.


Audi A8

S8 model is a particularly fast version and the Audi A8 equipped with a V-shaped "Eight high to 340 litres.
Audi A8

In November 1998 in Germany, presented a new modification of Audi A8, in June 1999 became the model with increased capacity, in February 2000, with the new 2.5 V6 Tdi engine (180 hp).


Audi A8

The body of Audi A8 pastors entirely made of a light alloy technology Space Frame ("space frame"). In the frame of welded aluminum profiles, mounted panels of aluminum wings, roof, sidewall. All parts are made of a special aluminum alloy, which is not susceptible to corrosion, can be easily processed and better absorb the energy of impact. The front and rear independent suspension, gathered.


Audi A8

The upgraded version apparently different from previous new radiator grilles, modified bumpers and door handles, as well as head lamps light with a smooth glass. In general, differences are not clearly visible. Several changed the body design.

Audi A8 Interior


Audi A8

Electronic stabilization movement now is serial equipment. Shavuot design salon is equipped with airbags to head for seated front and rear. 8-cylinder engines equipped with the new heads of five valves per cylinder and variable-length intake tract.

Audi A8 Engine


Audi A8

As a result, the engine power of 3.7 litres rose to 191 kW, torque to 350 Nm, and power of the engine of 4.2 litres to 228 kW, torques 410 Nm. To reduce unsprung weight and improve handling characteristics of the drive wheels also made from aluminum alloy.

Audi A8

The highest performance is Audi A8 with turbodiesel: 150 litres capacity. Higher torque 310 Nm, and it remains the highest record in a wide range of speed (from 1500 to 3200), fuel is at a speed of 90 to 120 km / h in the urban cycle, 4.4; 5.7; 8.5 litres per 100 kilometers.

Audi A8

German Chancellor Schroeder Henry prefer customized for him Audi A8 entertainment and car Mercedes, who have traditionally German Chancellors.

Audi A8

In 2000 the family Audi A8 compounded by two new diesel power units of 180 and 225 litres. Audi A8 program now includes five 180-310 litre engine capacity. Three of which can be installed on mobile, and chassis components. Particularly noteworthy first in Europe 3.3-litre V8 diesel type 225 litres capacity, which makes Audi A8 3.3TDI a kind of "diesel" express, ideally suited for economical driving on motorways. This power plant is equipped only with five-step "machine" and only on the chassis Quattro. Its maximum speed is 242 km / h, with acceleration of up to 100 km / h in 8.2, and fuel consumption in a suburban European driving cycle just 7.3 l/100 km to 8.9 l/100 km for 260-strong petrol counterpart.

Audi A8

The most prestigious is extended to 130 mm Audi A8 Quattro equipped with a 4.2 litre engine 310. The machine can have exclusive interior and to be performed as "office on wheels".

Audi A8

Interestingly, even in this class of Audi is a special "sports" version of S8. Initially, it only mechanical 6-level boxes, but later came naturally and 5-way "automatic" Tiptronic equipped with a DSP system, enabling "manual" shift. Chassis S8 is 18-inch wheels and a more rigid suspension reduced to 20 mm clearance. The machine is designed for wealthy people who prefer to personally manage Audi A8 pastors. The level of safety and comfort S8 is very high.

Audi A8

Technical top model Audi has been increasing steadily. Now fans limousines with aluminum body proposed modification is the most powerful Audi A8 W12-equipped with a 6.0-litre 12-cylinder engine capacity of 420 litres.

Audi A8

New Audi A8 model, first introduced at the Paris motor show in 2002 represents a new external design, which nevertheless their proportions and schedule recalled his predecessor. Using advanced technology, the German company Audi steadily gained market their fellow German rivals Mercedes-Benz and BMW. The most expensive and luxurious car and Pick-model series Audi A8 2002 was the best embodiment of this approach. Prospective owners are invited to leave Audi A8 logically with a fresh look at a classic luxury sedan class "and the company's emphasis Audi sports.

Audi A8

At Audi A8 smuggle uses the same platform as the Volkswagen Phaeton and Bentley. This Audi A8 weighs 1,780 kg, while the Phaeton weighs 2291 kg. Audi A8 weighs less by the fact that some parts are made of aluminum. Advanced Chassis new Audi A8 is a more rigorous and reliable than ever. Reduced weight means lower fuel consumption and improved performance.

Audi A8

In terms of second-generation Audi A8 equipped with not losing a new BMW 7-series, which came a little earlier. Among other systems, radar is adaptive cruise control automatically maintains a given distance from the front running machine control system for tire pressure, multifunction steering wheel with the keys management 5-step "automatic" drive electromechanical parking brake. There is a brand thing, the so-called adaptive head light: in a corner lamp shine not only forward, but looking in the direction of space.

Audi A8

At Audi A8 jet is a pneumatic suspension, similar to that established for the Audi Allroad. Hardness changes in the suspension of three modes: sport, normal and comfortable. Wheels Audi A8 are 18.3 inches in diameter. External design Audi A8 made in a relatively conservative style, with closer to the body of the mirrors.

Audi A8

V8 Engine new Audi A8 3.7 builds capacity of 280 litres, and its torque is 360 Nm at 3600 revolutions. Another powerful V8 4.2. Impressive 335 million, and disperse from their seats to 100 km / h in 6.1 seconds. But exceptional performance does not compromise comfort. New six-stage tiptronic gearbox delivers easy travel, the highest comfort, as well as monitors trace of the body, regardless of longitudinal or transverse dynamic loads. And thanks to the continued full Quattro drive and adaptive air suspension new Audi A8, you can be sure that the engine power is used optimally. The choice is always yours, whether it is sports or run out of the light. Since Audi A8 all possible.

Audi A8

All these improvements are worthy of filling the classical German sedan class, their art out as a combination of the most advanced technology in luxury handmade leather and wood trim in sound to the last detail interior.

Audi A8 Review

Audi A8 - speed represents sedan, the flagship Audi model range. It was first shown in February 1994. Audi A8 is the first in the world and logically Class car "luxury", produced a great series. Audi A8 with front or full drive (Quattro), carrying the body of aluminum alloy, manufactured on the "space frame" is a rich and equipment based electronics and modern technology.
Audi A8

The new range of engines in 1997 is the first V-shaped 6-cylinder diesel and turbocharged direct injection. Its working volume of 2.5 litres, and capacity to 150 litres. Equilibrium, power output characteristics, as well as economic indicators are 2.5 TDI engine is one of the best engines in its class. In addition, the Audi A8 is available with the 2.8-litre engine 6-cylinder, and the V-form "Eight workers of 3.7 and 4.2 litre capacity of 230 and 300 litres. The vehicle owner may as mechanical boxes, and 5-speed "automatic" company ZF.


Audi A8

S8 model is a particularly fast version and the Audi A8 equipped with a V-shaped "Eight high to 340 litres.
Audi A8

In November 1998 in Germany, presented a new modification of Audi A8, in June 1999 became the model with increased capacity, in February 2000, with the new 2.5 V6 Tdi engine (180 hp).


Audi A8

The body of Audi A8 pastors entirely made of a light alloy technology Space Frame ("space frame"). In the frame of welded aluminum profiles, mounted panels of aluminum wings, roof, sidewall. All parts are made of a special aluminum alloy, which is not susceptible to corrosion, can be easily processed and better absorb the energy of impact. The front and rear independent suspension, gathered.


Audi A8

The upgraded version apparently different from previous new radiator grilles, modified bumpers and door handles, as well as head lamps light with a smooth glass. In general, differences are not clearly visible. Several changed the body design.

Audi A8 Interior


Audi A8

Electronic stabilization movement now is serial equipment. Shavuot design salon is equipped with airbags to head for seated front and rear. 8-cylinder engines equipped with the new heads of five valves per cylinder and variable-length intake tract.

Audi A8 Engine


Audi A8

As a result, the engine power of 3.7 litres rose to 191 kW, torque to 350 Nm, and power of the engine of 4.2 litres to 228 kW, torques 410 Nm. To reduce unsprung weight and improve handling characteristics of the drive wheels also made from aluminum alloy.

Audi A8

The highest performance is Audi A8 with turbodiesel: 150 litres capacity. Higher torque 310 Nm, and it remains the highest record in a wide range of speed (from 1500 to 3200), fuel is at a speed of 90 to 120 km / h in the urban cycle, 4.4; 5.7; 8.5 litres per 100 kilometers.

Audi A8

German Chancellor Schroeder Henry prefer customized for him Audi A8 entertainment and car Mercedes, who have traditionally German Chancellors.

Audi A8

In 2000 the family Audi A8 compounded by two new diesel power units of 180 and 225 litres. Audi A8 program now includes five 180-310 litre engine capacity. Three of which can be installed on mobile, and chassis components. Particularly noteworthy first in Europe 3.3-litre V8 diesel type 225 litres capacity, which makes Audi A8 3.3TDI a kind of "diesel" express, ideally suited for economical driving on motorways. This power plant is equipped only with five-step "machine" and only on the chassis Quattro. Its maximum speed is 242 km / h, with acceleration of up to 100 km / h in 8.2, and fuel consumption in a suburban European driving cycle just 7.3 l/100 km to 8.9 l/100 km for 260-strong petrol counterpart.

Audi A8

The most prestigious is extended to 130 mm Audi A8 Quattro equipped with a 4.2 litre engine 310. The machine can have exclusive interior and to be performed as "office on wheels".

Audi A8

Interestingly, even in this class of Audi is a special "sports" version of S8. Initially, it only mechanical 6-level boxes, but later came naturally and 5-way "automatic" Tiptronic equipped with a DSP system, enabling "manual" shift. Chassis S8 is 18-inch wheels and a more rigid suspension reduced to 20 mm clearance. The machine is designed for wealthy people who prefer to personally manage Audi A8 pastors. The level of safety and comfort S8 is very high.

Audi A8

Technical top model Audi has been increasing steadily. Now fans limousines with aluminum body proposed modification is the most powerful Audi A8 W12-equipped with a 6.0-litre 12-cylinder engine capacity of 420 litres.

Audi A8

New Audi A8 model, first introduced at the Paris motor show in 2002 represents a new external design, which nevertheless their proportions and schedule recalled his predecessor. Using advanced technology, the German company Audi steadily gained market their fellow German rivals Mercedes-Benz and BMW. The most expensive and luxurious car and Pick-model series Audi A8 2002 was the best embodiment of this approach. Prospective owners are invited to leave Audi A8 logically with a fresh look at a classic luxury sedan class "and the company's emphasis Audi sports.

Audi A8

At Audi A8 smuggle uses the same platform as the Volkswagen Phaeton and Bentley. This Audi A8 weighs 1,780 kg, while the Phaeton weighs 2291 kg. Audi A8 weighs less by the fact that some parts are made of aluminum. Advanced Chassis new Audi A8 is a more rigorous and reliable than ever. Reduced weight means lower fuel consumption and improved performance.

Audi A8

In terms of second-generation Audi A8 equipped with not losing a new BMW 7-series, which came a little earlier. Among other systems, radar is adaptive cruise control automatically maintains a given distance from the front running machine control system for tire pressure, multifunction steering wheel with the keys management 5-step "automatic" drive electromechanical parking brake. There is a brand thing, the so-called adaptive head light: in a corner lamp shine not only forward, but looking in the direction of space.

Audi A8

At Audi A8 jet is a pneumatic suspension, similar to that established for the Audi Allroad. Hardness changes in the suspension of three modes: sport, normal and comfortable. Wheels Audi A8 are 18.3 inches in diameter. External design Audi A8 made in a relatively conservative style, with closer to the body of the mirrors.

Audi A8

V8 Engine new Audi A8 3.7 builds capacity of 280 litres, and its torque is 360 Nm at 3600 revolutions. Another powerful V8 4.2. Impressive 335 million, and disperse from their seats to 100 km / h in 6.1 seconds. But exceptional performance does not compromise comfort. New six-stage tiptronic gearbox delivers easy travel, the highest comfort, as well as monitors trace of the body, regardless of longitudinal or transverse dynamic loads. And thanks to the continued full Quattro drive and adaptive air suspension new Audi A8, you can be sure that the engine power is used optimally. The choice is always yours, whether it is sports or run out of the light. Since Audi A8 all possible.

Audi A8

All these improvements are worthy of filling the classical German sedan class, their art out as a combination of the most advanced technology in luxury handmade leather and wood trim in sound to the last detail interior.

New Audi A8 2010: relay teasers

News about company Audi now on leading articles of all automobile resources. Strengthen presence and the first teasers new sedan Audi A8. They were "suddenly found by observant site Autovisie among other advertising materials shining 100-year-old anniversary of DM. The first teaser is a sketch on which the headlight of head light of model, and also its part radiator lattice executed «on motives» new Sportback’а is represented. The second teaser — is even less more substantial concerning new Audi A8, but represents to the utmost Michael Dik who is a part of board «four rings». Judging by a photo, affairs at Dik go perfectly.



In Frankfurt new A8 manufacturer Audi, most likely, will not bring, that nothing distracted visitors of an autoexhibition from triumph A5 Sportback. Probably, the meeting of the updated sedan with public will take place on November motorshow in Los Angeles. The official information relative A8 too while is not present, there are one only assumptions. And they say that model receive the new aluminium chassis, and also a wide choice of engines. It is probable that in a ruler of motors there will be V-shaped 3,0-litre diesel "six" and eight-cylinder 4,2 — the litre petrol engine.

2008 Audi A8

Sporty luxury and exemplary efficiency

- New A8 2.8 FSI offers the lowest CO2 emissions in its class
- Consistent enhancements across the model series
- A new driving experience in one of the world's quietest cars

The Audi A8 not only offers the sportiest performance of any luxury-class saloon, it also stands out as a model of efficiency. A particularly outstanding example is the new A8 2.8 FSI: superlative performance and excellent comfort make it a joy to drive. But at the same time, with a standard fuel consumption of 8.3 l/100 km, its CO2 emissions of 199 g/km are the lowest in its class.

The new A8 model series features major advancements across the range, which includes the top models Audi A8 W12 and Audi S8, and offers a new driving feel whilst building on traditional strengths. An even more precise driving feel, even better ride and acoustic comfort, and subtle refinements to the exterior and interior serve to strengthen the special status of Audi's flagship model.

Unique character – consistently enhanced

To achieve this, many aspects have been refined in the unique blend of sportiness, elegance, supreme control and sophistication that forms the Audi A8 character. For instance, the more direct steering and re-engineered running gear have produced even more exact handling. Overall travelling comfort has also been enhanced by the modified adaptive air suspension and extensive improvements to noise insulation. These make the Audi A8 one of the world's quietest and most comfortable saloon cars.

The new assistance systems Audi lane assist and Audi side assist promise to make life easier for the driver and considerably enhance safety, especially on long journeys. Their tasks are to alert the driver if the car begins to drift out of its lane and to warn of vehicles in the adjacent lane.

Luxurious, sporty motoring with low fuel consumption

The 2.8 FSI impressively demonstrates how well the Audi A8 combines luxurious, sporty motoring with high efficiency and low fuel consumption. Its efficiency nevertheless comes with exciting performance, as the new high-tech V6 engine produces 154 kW / 210 bhp and delivers its maximum torque of 280 newton metres over the broad rev band of 3,000 to 5,000 rpm. With acceleration of 0 to 100 km/h in just 8.0 seconds and a maximum speed of 238 km/h, the Audi A8 2.8 FSI is an effortlessly powerful performer.

High-tech engine with lightweight design concept

Thanks to its state-of-the-art engine and an exceptionally low vehicle weight of only 1,690 kilograms, the A8 2.8 FSI has a standard fuel consumption of just 8.3 litres per 100 kilometres. That is equivalent to CO2 emissions of 199 grams per kilometre – the lowest value of any luxury-class car. Here the dual benefits of low vehicle weight – thanks to lightweight aluminium design based on Audi Space Frame technology – and low wind resistance make themselves felt, in both excellent performance and equally good fuel economy.

The new six-cylinder engine demonstrates "Vorsprung durch Technik" with FSI petrol direct injection and the innovative Audi valvelift system. This new technology adjusts the valve lift, varying it between two levels. The Audi valvelift system uses sliding cam units mounted on the intake camshaft, which are moved by an electronic control mechanism. Depending on the engine power demand, the valves are opened wide or less wide as determined by the position of the cam units.

The advantage: the required quantity of fresh charge can be very efficiently controlled via the valve opening. Most of the time, the throttle valve remains fully open, thus substantially reducing throttle loss. In combination with a series of additional measures to reduce friction on numerous components, the Audi valvelift system reduces fuel consumption by ten percent.

High power transmission comfort with athletic qualities

The new A8 2.8 FSI is equipped with front wheel drive and the multitronic continuously variable automatic transmission. The multitronic not only offers unmatched power transmission comfort with fully jolt-free acceleration, its tall overall gear ratios make for very fuel-efficient motoring. Nevertheless, the seven fixed ratios available in manual mode reveal its thoroughly athletic qualities.

In Germany the Audi A8 2.8 FSI with its extensive standard equipment costs from 61,900 euros incl. VAT.

Consistently enhanced

The A8 impressively embodies the progressiveness of the Audi brand: its extremely rigid lightweight body based on the Audi Space Frame principle, the powerful FSI and TDI engines, quattro permanent four-wheel drive and the highly acclaimed MMI operating system are a few of the elements that demonstrate Audi's impressive "Vorsprung durch Technik" in the luxury class.

The character of the Audi A8 is formed by a synthesis of dynamic and agile performance and exceptionally refined ride and acoustic comfort. While setting new standards with its agility and steering precision, the A8 displays handling with definite sports car qualities. Even long journeys are both relaxing and pleasurable.

To underscore the unique character of this luxury saloon, Audi has further enhanced the two major strengths of the A8. The rack-and-pinion steering with variable steering ratio and servotronic speed-dependent power assistance has been optimised and engineered for a more direct feel. The dampers, supports and tuning of the adaptive air suspension have been revised. As a result, the A8 shows an even more spontaneous response to steering input, tightly follows winding country roads and effortlessly maintains a smooth straight line at high speeds.

Air suspension with even more sensitive comfort

Gains in performance and handling are matched by those in ride comfort: the standard-specification adaptive air suspension is now even more sensitive in responding to fine bumps. The electronically controlled variable dampers are now fitted with new seals to reduce friction. These are combined with new valves that have optimised characteristic curves, and the entire hydraulics have also been retuned. The A8 absorbs expansion joint grooves with supple ease and without even the hint of a vibration. With the addition of an insulation package to reduce rolling noise and road noise, the luxury saloon from Audi offers outstanding comfort.

Exemplary soundproofing

Even the complete acoustics of the A8 have been optimised with the use of innovative materials – after all, Audi approaches noise insulation as a component of its intelligent lightweight construction. The result: without gaining weight, the Audi A8 achieves the lowest rolling, road and ambient noise levels in its class. Being one of the quietest cars in the world is an important element of the relaxing long-distance comfort that is a hallmark of the Audi A8.

Assistance systems bring comfort and safety

Drivers of the Audi A8 can rely on the support of the most up-to-date assistance systems. They serve to enhance comfort and combat driver fatigue on long journeys, thus making an important contribution to safety. The new Audi side assist in the A8 makes use of intelligent radar technology.

The system is especially designed for lane-changing manoeuvres and warns the driver of dangerous situations: whenever there is another vehicle in the critical zone, a yellow LED display in the exterior mirror housing lights up and remains on.

If the driver of the A8 activates the indicator to change lane even though the warning display is lit up, the LEDs become brighter and flash more quickly at shorter intervals. This signal is almost impossible to miss as the peripheral vision of the human eye is extremely sensitive to changes in contrast.

Audi lane assist warns the driver to prevent an unintentional departure from the lane. A small camera positioned above the interior mirror on the windscreen observes the road ahead of the car and a high-speed computer detects the lane marking lines. If the driver moves towards one of these lines without indicating, Audi lane assist makes the driver aware of this by a vibration in the steering wheel.

Still a step ahead in the luxury class

The clear and progressive design idiom of the Audi A8 stands out for its timeless quality. The exterior design has thus only been accentuated at carefully chosen points – from the modified single-frame grille and new exterior mirrors with integrated turn signals to the new wheel designs and LED tail lights with their innovative night design. To complete the range, the A8 is available in new paint finishes and with sophisticated aluminium trim inserts plus new interior colour schemes and inlays.

The Audi A8 thus resolutely continues its progress on the road to success. With sales of over 100,000 vehicles so far, the current model has already exceeded the total sales volume of its predecessor. And it is continuing to make gains year by year in a market segment that has remained flat overall. How come? Because the A8 steadily attracts customers from other brands with its clear character, while at the same time product loyalty and repurchase rates among A8 drivers are above average.

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