Audi A8 Long (D5) 50 TDI V6 (286 Hp) Mild Hybrid 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 (D5) Overview:
Audi A8 (Long (D5)). With 600 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.65 l/100km). With a weight of 2000 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 5.9 s). The top speed reaches 250 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:
- • High-performance engine delivering 286 hp.
- • Sporty acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 5.9 sec.
- • Balanced fuel consumption of 5.8 L/100 km for its class.
- • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
- • Independent multi-link suspension for premium ride comfort.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Generous trunk capacity of 505 Liters.
- • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(D4,4H facelift 2013: 2015 - 2017).
| General: |
| Brand: | Audi |
| Model: | A8 |
| Generation: | Long (D5) |
| Modification (Engine): | 50 TDI V6 (286 Hp) Mild Hybrid quattro tiptronic |
| Start of production: | 2019 |
| End of production: | 2021 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | MHEV (Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle, power-assist hybrid, battery-assisted hybrid vehicles, BAHV) |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: |
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 286 Hp @ 3750-4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 96.4 Hp/l [167mm more] |
| Torque: | 600 Nm @ 1250-3250 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EA897evo2 / DDVC More details about the engine EA897evo2 / DDVC |
| Engine displacement: | 2967 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.1 l |
| Coolant: | 12.9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 83 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 91.4 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 16:1 |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 6.5-6.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.3-5.6 l/100 km |
| Combined fuel consumption (WLTP): | 7.0-7.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.8-6.0 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6d-TEMP-EVAP-ISC |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 5.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 5.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h, Electronically limited |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7 kg/Hp, 143 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.3 kg/Nm, 300 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 5.6 sec |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 2000 |
| Max. weight: | 2700 |
| Max. roof load: | 100 kg |
| Max load: | 700 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 505 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 2300 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 72 l |
| AdBlue tank: | 24 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 95 kg |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (8%): | 2300 kg |
| Size: |
| Length: | 5302 mm [167mm more] |
| Width: | 1945 mm [4mm less] |
| Height: | 1485 mm [25mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 3128 mm [136mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2130 mm |
| Front track: | 1644 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1633 mm |
| Front overhang: | 989 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1185 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.9 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 14° |
| Departure angle: | 13.7° |
| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) and the electric motor permanently drive the four wheels of the car with the ability to work only in mixed mode. |
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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 [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [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 | Electric Steering |
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| Tires size | 235/60 R17; 235/55 R18; 255/45 R19; 265/40 R20 |
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| Wheel rims size | 8J x 17; 8J x 18; 9J x 19; 9J x 20 |
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| Front suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Air suspension |
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| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Air suspension |
| Electric: |
| Net (usable) battery capacity: | 0.5 kWh |
| Battery technology: | Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) |
| Battery location: | Under the trunk |
| Electric motor power: | 8 Hp |
| Electric motor Torque: | 60 Nm |
| Electric motor location: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Battery weight: | 10 kg |
| Battery voltage: | 48 V |
| Recuperation output: | 14 kW |
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