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Audi A8 D2 Facelift (1998–2002) Specs

Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.

Gen 1 1994 - 2002 D2 Sedan
Audi A8
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Audi A8 D2 Facelift overview

The Audi A8 (D2 Facelift) is the 1st generation of the A8, built from 1998 to 2002. It is offered as a Sedan with 10 engines (diesel, petrol), from 150 HP to 310 HP. The 4.2 V8 32V (300 Hp) quattro tiptronic accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.3 s, reaches a top speed of 250 km/h and is 5034 mm long.

How much horsepower does the Audi A8 have?

The Audi A8 (D2 Facelift) has 150 HP to 310 HP, depending on the engine: 2.5 Tdi (150 HP), 2.5 Tdi (180 HP), 2.8 Fsi (193 HP), 2.8 V6 (193 HP), 3.3 Tdi (225 HP), 3.7 Fsi (260 HP), 3.7 V8 40V (260 Hp) tiptronic (260 HP), 3.7 V8 40V (260 Hp) quattro tiptronic (260 HP), 4.2 Fsi (310 HP), 4.2 V8 40V (310 Hp) quattro tiptronic (310 HP).

What engines are available for the Audi A8?

The Audi A8 is available with 10 engines: 2.5 Tdi (150 HP, diesel), 2.5 Tdi (180 HP, diesel), 2.8 Fsi (193 HP, petrol), 2.8 V6 (193 HP, petrol), 3.3 Tdi (225 HP, diesel), 3.7 Fsi (260 HP, petrol), 3.7 V8 40V (260 Hp) tiptronic (260 HP, petrol), 3.7 V8 40V (260 Hp) quattro tiptronic (260 HP, petrol), 4.2 Fsi (310 HP, petrol), 4.2 V8 40V (310 Hp) quattro tiptronic (310 HP, petrol).

What are the dimensions of the Audi A8?

The Audi A8 is 5034 mm long, 1880 mm wide, 1440 mm tall, with a 2882 mm wheelbase.

How fast is the Audi A8?

The Audi A8 4.2 V8 32V (300 Hp) quattro tiptronic goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.3 s and has a top speed of 250 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation Audi A8 D2 4D
Year 1994–1998
Platform VW D Platform / D2
Variant 4.2 V8 32V (300 Hp) quattro tiptronic
Body type sedan
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Petrol
Seats 5
Doors 4
Emission standard Euro 2

Power & torque

Power 300 HP
Power @ max rpm 6000 rpm
Torque 400 Nm
Torque @ max rpm 3300 rpm

Performance

Top speed 250 km/h
0–100 km/h 7.3 s
0–62 mph 7.3 s

Engine

Engine code EA824
Displacement 4172 cc
Cylinders 8
Configuration V Engine
Bore 84.5 mm
Stroke 93.0 mm
Compression ratio 10.8
Valves per cylinder 4
Injection system Multi Port Manifold Injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated Engine
Valvetrain dohc
Oil capacity 7.5 L
Coolant 11.0 L
Engine layout Front Longitudinal

Drivetrain & transmission

Drive All wheel drive (4x4)
Powertrain architecture Internal Combustion Engine
Drivetrain architecture The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives Permanently The Four Wheels Of The Vehicle
Gearbox type Torque Converter
Gears 5
Gearbox code 5hp24
Gearbox manufacturer zf

Dimensions

Length 5034 mm
Width 1880 mm
Height 1440 mm
Wheelbase 2882 mm
Front track 1591 mm
Rear track 1580 mm
Boot space 525 L
Ground clearance 146 mm
Turning circle 12.3 m

Mass

Kerb weight 1750 kg
Max weight 2350 kg
Max load 600 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel combined (NEDC) 13.4 L/100km
CO₂ (NEDC) 317 g/km
Fuel tank 90.0 L

Chassis & brakes

Front suspension Independent Multi Link Suspension Transverse Stabilizer
Rear suspension Independent On Trapezoidal Lever Transverse Stabilizer
Front brakes Ventilated Discs
Rear brakes Ventilated Discs
Steering type Steering Rack And Pinion
Power steering Hydraulic Steering
Tire size 225/60 R16
Wheel rims 7.5J x 16
Assisting systems Abs Anti Lock Braking System

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 5.8 kg/Hp, 171.4 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 4.4 kg/Nm, 228.6 Nm/tonne
Max roof load 100 kg

Other

Start Of Production 1994
End Of Production 1998
Width Including Mirrors 1973

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.

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