2009-2017
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What makes it iconic
The A8 that pioneered full LED headlights in a production car. The D4's aluminum Space Frame was 40% lighter than an equivalent steel structure.
History
The D4 A8 was the first production car with all-LED headlights — no halogen or xenon anywhere. The S8 Plus, with 605 hp from its twin-turbo V8, could hit 189 mph.
Timeline
2009Production begins
2017Production ends
Production & Heritage
Production Total120,000
DesignerJürgen Loftier
Production Period2009-2017
Estimated Value$15K-$35K
Value estimates are editorial assessments based on recent auction results and market trends.
Technical Specifications
Engine4.2L V8 FSI
Power372 hp @ 6,800 rpm
Torque445 Nm
0-60 mph5.3 sec
Top Speed250 km/h
Transmission8-speed Tiptronic
DrivetrainAWD
Weight1,890 kg
Drag CoefficientCd 0.26
BodyAudi Space Frame (ASF) - aluminum-intensive hybrid body with high-strength steel
Engine Details
Engine CodeCDRA
Displacement4.2L (4,163 cc)
Bore x Stroke84.5 x 92.8 mm
Compression12.5
Valves32
Fuel SystemDirect injection (FSI)
Engine ManagementBosch MED 9.1.2
Performance
0-100 km/h5.7 sec
0-60 mph5.3 sec
Top Speed250 km/h
Fuel Economy10.7 l/100km combined
Weight-to-Power5.1 kg/hp
Dimensions
Length5,137 mm
Width1,949 mm
Height1,460 mm
Wheelbase2,992 mm
Chassis & Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent multi-link with adaptive air suspension
Rear SuspensionIndependent multi-link with adaptive air suspension
Front BrakesVentilated discs 365mm
Rear BrakesVentilated discs 335mm
SteeringElectromechanical power steering with optional dynamic steering
Tires235/60 R17
Wheels8J x 17
Stability SystemsESP, ABS, EBD, ASR, EDL, Pre-sense
Drivetrain
Gear RatiosZF 8HP55 8-speed Tiptronic automatic
Final Drive3.197
Capacity
Fuel Tank90 L
Trunk Volume510 L
Doors4
Seats5
Source: Wikipedia, auto-data.net
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Designed by Jürgen Loftier
From the 2000s
