Audi A8 D3, 4E, facelift 2005 4.2 FSI V8 (350 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)
D3, 4E, facelift 2005 Overview:
Audi A8 (D3, 4E, facelift 2005). With 440 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1945 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 6.1 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 350 hp.
- • Sporty acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 6.1 sec.
- • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Standard trunk space (413 L) suitable for daily needs.
- • Direct fuel injection technology for optimized combustion.
Cons:
- • Relatively high fuel consumption: 10.9 L/100 km combined.
- • 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(D3, 4E, facelift 2005: 2005 - 2007).
| General: |
| Brand: | Audi |
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| Model: | A8 |
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| Generation: | D3, 4E, facelift 2005 |
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| Modification (Engine): | 4.2 FSI V8 (350 Hp) quattro Tiptronic |
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| Start of production: | 2006 |
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| End of production: | 2007 |
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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: | 350 Hp @ 6800 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 84.1 Hp/l [Same length.] |
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| Torque: | 440 Nm @ 3500 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | BVJ More details about the engine BVJ |
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| Engine displacement: | 4163 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
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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: | 8.4 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: | 92.8 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: | 15.7 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.2 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 10.9 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 15.7 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 8.2 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.9 l/100 km |
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| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 6.1 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 6.1 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h, Electronically limited |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.6 kg/Hp, 179.9 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.4 kg/Nm, 226.2 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 5.9 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1945 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 413 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 90 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 5062 mm mm [Same length.] |
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| Width: | 1894 mm mm [Same width.] |
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| Height: | 1444 mm mm [Same height.] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2944 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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| Width including mirrors: | 2028 mm |
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| Front track: | 1629 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1615 mm |
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| Ride height (ground clearance): | 120 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.5 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 | 6 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Gearbox type | Tiptronic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 360x34 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 310x22 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 | Electric Steering |
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| Tires size | 235/55 R17; 235/50 R18; 255/45 R18; 255/40 R19; 275/35 R20 |
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| Wheel rims size | 8J x 17; 8J x 18; 8.5J x 18; 8.5J x 19; 9J x 20 |
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| Front suspension | Air suspension |
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| Rear suspension | Air suspension |
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