The new Audi S8 combines progressive luxury with dynamic athleticism while honing its reputation as the benchmark for Vorsprung durch Technik with innovative suspension systems. Its 4.0 TFSI engine – a biturbo eight-cylinder unit – produces 420 kW (571 hp) and an opulent 800 Nm (590 lb-ft) of torque (combined fuel consumption in l/100 km: 11.3–11.4* (20.8–20.6 US mpg); combined CO2 emissions in g/km: 258–260* (415.2–418.4 g/mi)). It is combined with MHEV technology for the perfect symbiosis of efficiency and comfort with exhilarating performance. The predictive active suspension, dynamic-all-wheel steering and quattro drive with sport differential provide for outstanding vehicle dynamics straight from the factory. The new Audi S8** uses specific design elements to express the sporty elegance of the sophisticated luxury sedan with pinpoint precision.


Impressive performance: the drive system

As a V8 engine with mild hybrid technology, the high-performance powerplant in the Audi S8** offers not only maximum smoothness, but with an output of 420 kW (571 PS), 800 Nm (590.0 lb-ft) of torque (combined fuel consumption in l/100 km: 11.3–11.4* (20.8–20.6 US mpg); combined CO2 emissions in g/km: 258–260* (415.2–418.4 g/mi)) and two turbochargers also the certainty that ample power is available for any situation. Top speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h (155.3 mph) it takes just 3.8 seconds to accelerate from zero to 100 km/h (62.1 mph). Iron-lined cylinder barrels in the aluminum crankcase reduce friction for exceptionally smooth running. Automatically actuated flaps in the exhaust system underscore the impressive sound.

Sports car-level emotion and performance are paired with comfort and efficiency. The mild hybrid system (MHEV) works continuously to reduce fuel consumption. Its 48-volt belt alternator starter and the additional lithium-ion battery enable coasting with the engine switched off, fast restart and an extended start-stop range. Fuel savings of up to 0.8 liters per 100 kilometers are possible in everyday driving. The cylinder on demand system, which deactivates individual cylinders in low-load operating situations, provides for additional efficiency. The vehicle’s sound system features active noise cancellation to eliminate intrusive cabin noise for the ultimate in comfort.


Vehicle dynamics: active suspension, dynamic all-wheel steering, and quattro with sport differential

The unique combination of innovative suspension components enables the flagship to cover the entire range from the velvety cruising of a luxury sedan to the dynamically taut handing of a sports car. The new S8** comes standard with the predictive active suspension. The high-tech system, which works in combination with the air suspension, can lift or push down each wheel separately via elec...
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Specs
Engine
4.0-liter TFSI twin-turbo V8
Power
563 hp
420 kW kW
Top speed
155 mph (250 km/h)
0 - 100 km/h (0 - 62 mph):
3.8 seconds seconds
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