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10/16/2013
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The new Audi A8

Drive

  • Two TFSI and two TDI, output of 190 kW (258 hp) to 320 kW (435 hp)
  • Highly efficient Audi A8 hybrid consumes just 6.3 liters per 100 kilometers  (37.34 US mpg)
  • Audi A8 4.2 TDI gains 25 kW (34 hp); output now 283 kW (385 hp)
  • Audi S8 with 382 kW (520 hp) and sportily tuned suspension
  • Audi A8 L W12 with 368 kW (500 hp) and a superb standard equipment package
  • All engines certified in accordance with Euro 6, consumption reduced by up to 10 percent
  • Cylinder on demand (COD) system for cylinder deactivation under part load with the V8 gasoline engines and the W12
  • Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) with the V8 gasoline engines, in the W12 and in the A8 hybrid
  • Eight-speed tiptronic and quattro drive system standard (except in the A8 hybrid), sport differential standard in the A8 4.2 TDI clean diesel quattro and the S8

Chassis

  • Adaptive air suspension with electronically controlled damping, Audi drive select
  • Optional carbon fiber ceramic brakes on eight-cylinder models and above
  • Power steering with electromechanical drive; alternatively dynamic steering
  • Twenty-inch aluminum technology wheels with new lightweight design concept

Body and design

  • Aluminum Audi Space Frame (ASF) body, weighs just 231 kilograms (509.27 lb)
  • Two body variants with lengths of 5.14 or 5.25 meters (16.86 or 17.22 ft)
  • Headlights with optional revolutionary Matrix LED technology, with highly precise electronic control and dynamic turn signals
  • Dynamic turning signals in the LED rear lights

Interior and controls

  • Numerous seat variants including ventilation and massage, A8 L with option for relaxation seat in rear with power fold-out footrest
  • Spacious, exclusive interior, superb craftsmanship
  • New colors, inlays and grades of leather in the interior, including natural-like Unicum leather, along with three Audi design selections
  • State-of-the-art driver assistance systems and head-up display
  • Optional Bang & Olufsen Advanced Sound System and rear seat entertainment
  • Optional MMI navigation plus and Audi connect including car phone for online services

The equipment, data and prices specified in this document refer to the model range offered in Germany. Subject to change without notice; errors and omissions excepted.