Audi A8 Long (D4, 4H) 2.5 FSI V6 (204 Hp) 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 (D4, 4H) Overview:
Audi A8 (Long (D4, 4H)). With 250 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1995 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.6 s). The top speed reaches 237 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 (211 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Respectable acceleration of 7.9 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
- • Balanced fuel consumption of 6.4 L/100 km for its class.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Standard trunk space (335 L) suitable for daily needs.
- • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
- • Direct fuel injection technology for optimized combustion.
Cons:
- • Meets EURO 5 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 (D4, 4H): 2011 - 2013).
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| Brand: | Audi |
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| Model: | A8 |
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| Generation: | Long (D4, 4H) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 FSI V6 (204 Hp) tiptronic |
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| Start of production: | 2012 |
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| End of production: | 2013 |
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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: | 204 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 81.7 Hp/l [Same length.] |
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| Torque: | 250 Nm @ 3000-4750 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | CVBA More details about the engine CVBA |
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| Engine displacement: | 2498 |
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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: | 6.8 l |
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| Coolant: | 11.5 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 80.2 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 82.4 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 12.3:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.8 l/100 km |
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| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.6 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.6 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 237 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.8 kg/Hp, 102.3 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8 kg/Nm, 125.3 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.1 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1995 |
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| Max. weight: | 2420 |
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| Max load: | 425 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 520 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 82 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 5267 mm mm [Same length.] |
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| Width: | 1949 mm mm [Same width.] |
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| Height: | 1471 mm mm [Same height.] |
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| Wheelbase: | 3122 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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| Width including mirrors: | 2111 mm |
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| Front track: | 1644 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1635 mm |
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| Front overhang: | 1003 mm |
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| Rear overhang: | 1142 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.7 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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| 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 |
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| Wheel rims size | 8J x 17 |
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| Front suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Air suspension |
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| Rear suspension | Independent on trapezoidal lever, Air suspension |
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