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Audi A8 4.2 Quattro

General information

ModelAudi A8 4.2 Quattro
Year2008
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating63 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4171 ccm (254.51 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 98
Fuel mixed driving11.9 litres/100 km (19.77 miles per gallon)
Seats5
Drive4WD
TransmissionAutomatic, 6-speed
Airbags4. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4171 ccm (254.51 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power335.00 PS (246 kW or 330 HP) at 6500 Rev. per min.
Max torque430.00 Nm (43.8 kgf-m or 317.2 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression11.0:1
Bore x stroke84.5 x 93.0 mm (3.3 x 3.7 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder5
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1806 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4020 litres (1,062 gallons)
Cargo space500 litres (132 gallons)
Optional cargo space500 litres (132 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP). Power assisted steering
Turn circle14 m (555.1 inches)
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS). Antilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control

Dimensions and weight

Weight1855 kg (4,089.6 pounds)
Max weight with load2380 kg (5,247.0 pounds)
Towing weight2300 kg (5,070.6 pounds)
Overall length5060 mm (199.2 inches)
Overall width1900 mm (74.8 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Wheelbase2950 mm (116.1 inches)
Fuel capacity90.0 litres (23.78 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR74830
CO2 emissions194.0 g/km
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