Segment: Large
Production years: 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
Audi introduced the fourth generation of its flagship model A8 in 2017, creating an even more luxurious and more comfortable vehicle for its customers.
Based on the same MLB Evo platform as the Porsche Cayenne and Lamborghini Urus, to name just a few, the 2017 A8 was aimed at those who carved for luxury and performance vehicles. In addition, it was packed with the most up-to-date modern technologies available at the time of launch.
When the German automaker started to create a new design language that featured the single-frame front fascia, most of their products started to look alike. Even the A8 looked similar to its smaller sibling, the A6, which, in turn, resembled the A4. But the A8 had something special in its lines and flaunted more satin-chromed trims on the grille, bumper, and lower apron. From its profile, the long greenhouse featured a raked-forward rear windscreen followed by a short, slightly sloped-down trunk.
Inside, even the entry-level versions featured enough amenities to make the A8 a luxury vehicle. Yet, Audi offered even more high-end options, which put its flagship on par with any beefed-up limousines. The leather-wrapped interior, garnished with Alcantara and adorned by aluminum trims, complemented the high-tech amenities such as the screens for the instrument panel, the infotainment system, and the HVAC control center.
Under the hood, the A8 offered a small engine range: a gasoline unit, a turbo-diesel, and a hybrid. All of them sent their power in all corners via an eight-speed automatic transmission.
ENGINE SPECS - 55 TFSI 8AT (340 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 2967 cm3 |
Power: | 250.1 KW @ - RPM 340 HP @ - RPM 335 BHP @ - RPM |
Torque: | 369 lb-ft @ - RPM 500 Nm @ - RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 19 gallons (71.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 155 mph (249 km/h) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 8-speed automatic (tiptronic) |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 203.6 in (5171 mm) |
Width: | 76.6 in (1946 mm) |
Height: | 58 in (1473 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 64.7/64.3 in (1,643/1,633 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 118 in (2997 mm) |
ENGINE SPECS - 50 TDI V6 quattro tiptronic 8AT (286 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 2995 cm3 |
Power: | 210.4 KW @ 3500-4000 RPM 286 HP @ 3500-4000 RPM 282 BHP @ 3500-4000 RPM |
Torque: | 443 lb-ft @ 1250-3250 RPM 600 Nm @ 1250-3250 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 19 gallons (71.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 155 mph (249 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 5.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 8-speed automatic (tiptronic) |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 235/60 R17 106 W |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 203.6 in (5171 mm) |
Width: | 76.6 in (1946 mm) |
Height: | 58 in (1473 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 64.7/64.3 in (1,643/1,633 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 118 in (2997 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 17.8 cuFT (504 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.26 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4354 lbs (1975 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3726 lbs (1690 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 35.1 mpg US (6.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 42.8 mpg US (5.5 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 39.9 mpg US (5.9 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 60 TFSI e V6 quattro 8AT AWD (449 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 2995 cm3 |
Power: | 250.1 KW @ 5000-6400 RPM 340 HP @ 5000-6400 RPM 335 BHP @ 5000-6400 RPM |
Torque: | 369 lb-ft @ 1370-4500 RPM 500 Nm @ 1370-4500 RPM |
Electrical motor power: | 100 kw (136 hp) |
Electrical motor torque: | 258.1 lb-ft (350 Nm) |
Total maximum power: | 330.2 kw (449 hp) |
Total maximum torque: | 516.3 lb-ft (700 Nm) |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Hybrid Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 19 gallons (71.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 155 mph (249 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 4.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 8-speed automatic (tiptronic) |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 255/45 R19 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 203.6 in (5171 mm) |
Width: | 76.6 in (1946 mm) |
Height: | 58 in (1473 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 64.7/64.3 in (1,643/1,633 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 118 in (2997 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13.8 cuFT (391 L) |
Turning circle (curb to curb): | 41 ft (12.5 m) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 5071 lbs (2300 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 6371 lbs (2890 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (WLTP) | |
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Combined: | 94.1 mpg US (2.5 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions (Combined): | 57 g/km |
Notes |
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Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle |