Wednesday, April 29, 2015

Audi A8 - Generation 2 (2005-2010)

AUDI A8 (2005-2010)

The flagship Audi arrived in the country when the one distributing it changed. High end engines which included a W12 engine were made available first, followed by smaller displacement ones.






OWNERSHIP DETAILS6.0 W124.2 Quattro3.2 FSI Quattro3.0 TDI
Years Available2005-20102005-2010November 2009-20102007-2010
ENGINE SPECS
Engine6.0 48V W124.2 40V V83.2 DOHC 24V V63.0 DOHC 24V V6
Horsepower445hp @ 6,200rpm350hp @ 6,800rpm260hp @ 6,500rpm233hp @ 4,000rpm
Torque580Nm @ 4,000-4,700rpm440Nm @ 3,500rpm330Nm @ 3,250rpm450Nm @ 1,400-3,250rpm
Fuel TypeGasoline/95 OctaneGasoline/95 OctaneGasoline/95 OctaneDiesel
Fuel SystemElectronic Fuel InjectionElectronic Fuel InjectionDirect InjectionCommon Rail Turbo
Transmission6-Speed Automatic6-Speed Automatic6-Speed Automatic6-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity90 Liters90 Liters90 Liters90 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length5,192mm5,192mm5,192mm5,192mm
Width1,894mm1,894mm1,894mm1,894mm
Height1,455mm1,455mm1,455mm1,455mm
Wheelbase3,074mm3,074mm3,074mm3,074mm
Curb Weight1,995kg1,850kg1,785kg1,880kg
Body Style4-Door Sedan4-Door Sedan4-Door Sedan4-Door Sedan
Engine/Drive TypeFront Engine/All Wheel DriveFront Engine/All Wheel DriveFront Engine/All Wheel DriveFront Engine/All Wheel Drive
Seating5555
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front SuspensionDouble Wishbone with Air SuspensionDouble Wishbone with Air SuspensionDouble Wishbone with Air SuspensionDouble Wishbone with Air Suspension
Rear SuspensionTrapezoidal-Link with Air SuspensionTrapezoidal-Link with Air SuspensionTrapezoidal-Link with Air SuspensionTrapezoidal-Link with Air Suspension
Front BrakesVented DiscVented DiscVented DiscVented Disc
Rear BrakesVented DiscVented DiscVented DiscVented Disc
Tires255/45 R18235/55 R17235/55 R17235/55 R17
Wheels18 Inch Alloy17 Inch Alloy17 Inch Alloy17 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags8888
Anti-Lock BrakesYes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake AssistYes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake AssistYes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake AssistYes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist
Traction/Stability ControlYes, Electronic Stability Program, Anti Slip Differential, and Electronic Differential LockYes, Electronic Stability Program, Anti Slip Differential, and Electronic Differential LockYes, Electronic Stability Program, Anti Slip Differential, and Electronic Differential LockYes, Electronic Stability Program, Anti Slip Differential, and Electronic Differential Lock
Other Safety FeaturesAdds: NoneAdds: NoneAdds: NoneFront and Rear Proximity Sensors, Audi Side Assist (Blind Spot Warning)
EXTERIOR
Fog LampsFront and RearFront and RearFront and RearFront and Rear
Other Exterior FeaturesAdds: Revised GrilleAdds: NoneAdds: NoneAutomatic HID Headlamps, Rain Sensing Wipers, LED-Type Front Marker Lights, Side Mirror Puddle Lamps, LED Tail Lamps, Sun Roof
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt/TelescopicTilt/TelescopicTilt/TelescopicTilt/Telescopic
Steering Wheel MaterialLeather with WoodLeather with WoodLeather with WoodLeather with Wood
Seating AdjustmentPower, Front and Rear SeatsPower, Front and Rear SeatsPower, Front and Rear SeatsPower, Front and Rear Seats
Seating MaterialLeatherLeatherLeatherLeather
Other Interior FeaturesAdds: NoneAdds: NoneAdds: NoneWood/Aluminum Accents, 60/40 Fold Rear Seats with Center Pass Through
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power AmenitiesSteering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Heat and Fold, Trunk, Rear and Side Sun ShadeSteering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Heat and Fold, Trunk, Rear and Side Sun ShadeSteering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Heat and Fold, Trunk, Rear and Side Sun ShadeSteering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Heat and Fold, Trunk, Rear and Side Sun Shade
Climate ControlAutomatic, Four ZoneAutomatic, Four ZoneAutomatic, Four ZoneAutomatic, Four Zone
Audio SystemAM/FM/6 CD/MP3/AUX with Two LCD Screens and Multi Media Interface with Voice ControlAM/FM/6 CD/MP3/AUX with Two LCD Screens and Multi Media Interface with Voice ControlAM/FM/6 CD/MP3/AUX with Two LCD Screens and Multi Media Interface with Voice ControlAM/FM/6 CD/MP3/AUX with Two LCD Screens and Multi Media Interface with Voice Control
Speakers10 or 12, Bose10 or 12, Bose10 or 12, Bose10 or 12, Bose
Steering Wheel ControlsYes, AudioYes, AudioYes, AudioYes, Audio
AlarmYesYesYesYes
Keyless EntryYesYesYesYes
NOTESAudi side assist, LED type lamps, sun roof, heat and fold function, and MP3 and auxiliary function added and grille was revised in November 2009. Upgraded to 12 speakers in November 2009.Audi side assist, LED type lamps, sun roof, heat and fold function, and MP3 and auxiliary function added in November 2009. Upgraded to 12 speakers in November 2009.Audi side assist, LED type lamps, sun roof, heat and fold function, and MP3 and auxiliary function added in November 2009. Upgraded to 12 speakers in November 2009.
RIVALSBMW 7 Series, Jaguar XJ, Maserati Quattroporte, Mercedes Benz S Class

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