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Audi A8 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic

General information

ModelAudi A8 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic
Year2006
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating50.5 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4172 ccm (254.58 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 98
Fuel mixed driving8.8 litres/100 km (26.73 miles per gallon)
Seats5
Drive4WD
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags4

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4172 ccm (254.58 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power334.00 PS (246 kW or 329 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 stroke84.6 x 93.0 mm (3.3 x 3.7 inches)
Fuel systemElectronic fuel injection (EFI)
Valves per cylinder5
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1801 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4020 litres (1,062 gallons)
Cargo space500 litres (132 gallons)
Optional cargo space500 litres (132 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3
Climate controlAir condition.

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering.
Turn circle14 m (539.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight1855 kg (4,089.6 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

CO2 emissions194.0 g/km
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