AUDI A8

Audi A8, a luxury product from a German automaker, is synonymous with elegance. Offering a luxurious ride, it looks and runs like a sports vehicle. Presenting refined ride, the car is lauded for its comfort and looks, both exterior and interior. A luxury sedan, it comes with capacious interiors that feature ergonomic seats, ensuring comfortable journey.

Design and Interior
The strong trapezoidal part in the front, shaped by the blend of the lower and upper sections of the radiator grille, adds to the complexity in the design of the sedan. Indeed, this is the distinguishing mark of Audi A8. The sporty and dynamic styling with the coupé-like roofline and characteristic shoulder line unites timeless elegance and redefined dynamism on this luxury saloon. It runs on 17, 18 and 19-inch wheels of various designs.

The roomy interiors carry the features of quality, ergonomics and functionalityThe car is available with the options of Valcona and Natural leather upholstery for its seats. The four-spoke multifunction steering wheel is bedecked with finest quality leather. The cabin features Multi Media Interface (MMI), with its retractable 7-inch color monitor displaying the audio information, route guide and other functions.

Variants and Price
The car can be bought in three variants, which include 4.2L (petrol), 6.0L (petrol) and 3.0 TDI (diesel). The 4.2L variant is set at Rs 83 lakh, the 6.0L model comes with a price tag of Rs 1.26 Crore, and Audi A8 3.0 TDI will cost you around Rs 72 lakh.

Engine
All Audi engines are coupled with six speed automatic transmission.

Technical Specifications
The 4.2L Quattro petrol engine churns out power of 350 PS @ 6800 rpm and a torque of 440 Nm @ 3500 rpm.
The 6.0L Quattro W12 petrol engine produces an output of 450 PS @ 6200 rpm and a torque of 580 Nm @ 4000 rpm.
The 3.0 TDI Quattro diesel engine delivers power of 233 PS @ 4000 rpm and a torque of 450 Nm @ 1400 rpm. It accelerates from rest to 100 km/h in 7.9 seconds and promises to deliver a top speed of 243 km/h.
Safety
Safety features incorporated in the car include Anti-theft System, Electromechanical Parking Brake Antilock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist, and Dual Stage Seat Belts.
A8 4.2 quattro Specifications
Model Configuration
335 hp with 6-speed Tiptronic® transmission and quattro® all-wheel drive
Engine
DOHC aluminum 90-degree 4.2 V8 with 5 valves per cylinder, variable intake valve timing and intake manifold
Displacement: 4.2 liters
Bore: 3.33 in.
Stroke: 3.65 in.
Compression ratio: 11.0:1
Horsepower: 335 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque: 317 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm
Performance
0-60 mph in seconds: 6.3
Top track speed: 130 mph*
EPA fuel economy estimates (city/highway)*: 18/24 mpg
Chassis/Technical
Audi Space Frame (ASF®) aluminum alloy frame and body shell construction
Front/rear suspension—adaptive air suspension, air spring strut at each wheel, with continuous damping, driver-controlled suspension setting, and automatic load-leveling
Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP® 8.0)
Servotronic® vehicle speed-sensitive power steering
Curb weight (lbs.):
A8: 4288
A8 L: 4399
Capacities:
Engine oil (qts.): 8
Fuel tank (gallons): 23.8