Audi A8 Long (D4, 4H) 3.0 TFSI V6 (333 Hp) quattro Tiptronic
Audi A8:
The Audi A8 is a full-size luxury sedan manufactured and marketed by the German automaker Audi since 1994. Succeeding the Audi V8, and currently in its fourth generation, the A8 has been offered with either front- or permanent all-wheel drive and in short- and long-wheelbase variants. The first two generations employed the Volkswagen Group D platform, with the current generation deriving from the MLB platform. After the original model's 1994 release, Audi released the second generation in late 2002, the third in late 2009, and the fourth and current iteration in 2017. Noted as the first mass-market car with an aluminium chassis, all A8 models have used this construction method co-developed with Alcoa and marketed as the Audi Space Frame....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Long (D4, 4H) Overview:
Audi A8 (Long (D4, 4H)). With 440 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2012 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. The top speed reaches 210 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (211 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Respectable acceleration of 7.9 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
- • Balanced fuel consumption of 6.4 L/100 km for its class.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Standard trunk space (335 L) suitable for daily needs.
- • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
- • Direct fuel injection technology for optimized combustion.
Cons:
- • Meets EURO 5 emission standard; check for local urban restriction zones.
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Long (D4, 4H): 2011 - 2013).
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| Brand: | Audi |
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| Model: | A8 |
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| Generation: | Long (D4, 4H) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 TFSI V6 (333 Hp) quattro Tiptronic |
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| Start of production: | 2012 |
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| End of production: | 2014 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Sedan |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 4 |
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| Engine: |
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
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| Power: | 333 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 111.2 Hp/l [Same length.] |
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| Torque: | 440 Nm @ 2900 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | EA837 / CTUB More details about the engine EA837 / CTUB |
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| Engine displacement: | 2995 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
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| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Supercharger, Intercooler |
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| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 6.8 l |
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| Coolant: | 11.5 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 84.5 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 89 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 10.3:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.1 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.4 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (EPA): | 13.1 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (EPA): | 8.4 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (EPA): | 11.2 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.2 l/100 km |
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| Emission standard: | ULEV 2 |
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| Maximum speed: | 210 km/h, Electronically limited |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6 kg/Hp, 166.5 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.5 kg/Nm, 220 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 5.5 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 2000-2025 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 510 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 90 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 5267 mm mm [Same length.] |
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| Width: | 1949 mm mm [Same width.] |
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| Height: | 1471 mm mm [Same height.] |
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| Wheelbase: | 3122 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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| Width including mirrors: | 2111 mm |
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| Front track: | 1644 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1635 mm |
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| Front overhang: | 1003 mm |
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| Rear overhang: | 1142 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.7 m [above average] |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives permanently the four wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 8 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Gearbox type | Tiptronic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 356 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 330 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 255/45 R19; 265/40 R20 |
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| Wheel rims size | 9J x 19; 9J x 20 |
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| Front suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer, Air suspension |
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| Rear suspension | Independent on trapezoidal lever, Air suspension, Transverse stabilizer |
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