Audi A8 D3, 4E, facelift 2007 2.8 FSI e V6 (210 Hp) Multitronic
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)
D3, 4E, facelift 2007 Overview:
Audi A8 (D3, 4E, facelift 2007). With 280 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.8 l/100km). With a weight of 1690 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8 s). The top speed reaches 238 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 (233 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Respectable acceleration of 7.8 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
- • Balanced fuel consumption of 8.4 L/100 km for its class.
- • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Generous trunk capacity of 500 Liters.
- • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
Cons:
- • Meets EURO 4 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 Horch (D5, facelift 2021): October, 2021 - ).
| General: |
| Brand: | Audi |
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| Model: | A8 |
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| Generation: | D3, 4E, facelift 2007 |
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| Modification (Engine): | 2.8 FSI e V6 (210 Hp) Multitronic |
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| Start of production: | September, 2008 |
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| End of production: | August, 2010 |
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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: |
| Power: | 210 Hp @ 5500-6800 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 75.7 Hp/l [388mm less] |
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| Torque: | 280 Nm @ 3000-5000 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | BDX More details about the engine BDX |
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| Engine displacement: | 2773 |
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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: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 6.2 l |
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| Coolant: | 12 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: | 82.4 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 12.5:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.8 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.3 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.3 l/100 km |
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| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 238 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8 kg/Hp, 124.3 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6 kg/Nm, 165.7 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7.6 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1690 |
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| Max. weight: | 2290 |
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| Max. roof load: | 100 kg |
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| Max load: | 600 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 500 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 90 l |
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| Permitted towbar download: | 95 kg |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 5062 mm mm [388mm less] |
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| Width: | 1894 mm mm [51mm less] |
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| Height: | 1444 mm mm [42mm less] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2944 mm mm [314mm less] |
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| Front track: | 1622 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1609 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.1 m [above average] |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Gearbox type | Multitronic |
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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 | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 235/55 R17 |
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| Wheel rims size | 8J x 17 |
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| Front suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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| Rear suspension | Independent on trapezoidal lever |
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