AUDI
Audi A8 D4 (2010–2014) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT | 2.0 TFSI Hybrid Tiptronic | 8 | 245 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 2.5 FSI V6 tiptronic | 8 | 204 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 3.0 TDI V6 quattro Tiptronic | 8 | 240 HP | Diesel | — |
| AT | 3.0 TDI V6 quattro Tiptronic | 8 | 250 HP | Diesel | — |
| AT | 3.0 TFSI V6 quattro Tiptronic | 8 | 290 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 3.0 TFSI V6 quattro Tiptronic | 8 | 333 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 4.0 TFSI V8 quattro Tiptronic | 8 | 420 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 4.2 BiTDI V8 quattro Tiptronic | 8 | 350 HP | Diesel | — |
| AT | 4.2 FSI V8 quattro Tiptronic | 8 | 372 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 6.3 FSI W12 quattro Tiptronic | 8 | 500 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 6.3 FSI W12 quattro Tiptronic | 8 | 500 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Audi A8 D4 overview
The Audi A8 (D4) is the 3rd generation of the A8, built from 2010 to 2014. It is offered as a Sedan with 11 engines (petrol, diesel), from 204 HP to 500 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 (D4) has 204 HP to 500 HP, depending on the engine: 2.5 Fsi (204 HP), 2.0 Tfsi (211 HP), 3.0 Tdi (240 HP), 3.0 Tdi (250 HP), 3.0 Tfsi (290 HP), 3.0 Tsi (333 HP), 4.2 Tdi (350 HP), 4.2 Fsi (372 HP), 4.0 Tfsi (420 HP), 6.3 Fsi (500 HP), 6.3 FSI W12 (500 Hp) quattro Tiptronic (500 HP).
What engines are available for the Audi A8?
The Audi A8 is available with 11 engines: 2.5 Fsi (204 HP, petrol), 2.0 Tfsi (211 HP, petrol), 3.0 Tdi (240 HP, diesel), 3.0 Tdi (250 HP, diesel), 3.0 Tfsi (290 HP, petrol), 3.0 Tsi (333 HP, petrol), 4.2 Tdi (350 HP, diesel), 4.2 Fsi (372 HP, petrol), 4.0 Tfsi (420 HP, petrol), 6.3 Fsi (500 HP, petrol), 6.3 FSI W12 (500 Hp) quattro Tiptronic (500 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
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.