Audi A8
The new range of engines in 1997 is the first V-shaped 6-cylinder diesel and turbocharged direct injection. Its working volume of 2.5 litres, and capacity to 150 litres. Equilibrium, power output characteristics, as well as economic indicators are 2.5 TDI engine is one of the best engines in its class. In addition, the Audi A8 is available with the 2.8-litre engine 6-cylinder, and the V-form "Eight workers of 3.7 and 4.2 litre capacity of 230 and 300 litres. The vehicle owner may as mechanical boxes, and 5-speed "automatic" company ZF.
Audi A8
S8 model is a particularly fast version and the Audi A8 equipped with a V-shaped "Eight high to 340 litres.
Audi A8
In November 1998 in Germany, presented a new modification of Audi A8, in June 1999 became the model with increased capacity, in February 2000, with the new 2.5 V6 Tdi engine (180 hp).
Audi A8
The body of Audi A8 pastors entirely made of a light alloy technology Space Frame ("space frame"). In the frame of welded aluminum profiles, mounted panels of aluminum wings, roof, sidewall. All parts are made of a special aluminum alloy, which is not susceptible to corrosion, can be easily processed and better absorb the energy of impact. The front and rear independent suspension, gathered.
Audi A8
The upgraded version apparently different from previous new radiator grilles, modified bumpers and door handles, as well as head lamps light with a smooth glass. In general, differences are not clearly visible. Several changed the body design.
Audi A8 Interior
Audi A8
Electronic stabilization movement now is serial equipment. Shavuot design salon is equipped with airbags to head for seated front and rear. 8-cylinder engines equipped with the new heads of five valves per cylinder and variable-length intake tract.
Audi A8 Engine
Audi A8
As a result, the engine power of 3.7 litres rose to 191 kW, torque to 350 Nm, and power of the engine of 4.2 litres to 228 kW, torques 410 Nm. To reduce unsprung weight and improve handling characteristics of the drive wheels also made from aluminum alloy.
Audi A8
The highest performance is Audi A8 with turbodiesel: 150 litres capacity. Higher torque 310 Nm, and it remains the highest record in a wide range of speed (from 1500 to 3200), fuel is at a speed of 90 to 120 km / h in the urban cycle, 4.4; 5.7; 8.5 litres per 100 kilometers.
Audi A8
German Chancellor Schroeder Henry prefer customized for him Audi A8 entertainment and car Mercedes, who have traditionally German Chancellors.
Audi A8
In 2000 the family Audi A8 compounded by two new diesel power units of 180 and 225 litres. Audi A8 program now includes five 180-310 litre engine capacity. Three of which can be installed on mobile, and chassis components. Particularly noteworthy first in Europe 3.3-litre V8 diesel type 225 litres capacity, which makes Audi A8 3.3TDI a kind of "diesel" express, ideally suited for economical driving on motorways. This power plant is equipped only with five-step "machine" and only on the chassis Quattro. Its maximum speed is 242 km / h, with acceleration of up to 100 km / h in 8.2, and fuel consumption in a suburban European driving cycle just 7.3 l/100 km to 8.9 l/100 km for 260-strong petrol counterpart.
Audi A8
The most prestigious is extended to 130 mm Audi A8 Quattro equipped with a 4.2 litre engine 310. The machine can have exclusive interior and to be performed as "office on wheels".
Audi A8
Interestingly, even in this class of Audi is a special "sports" version of S8. Initially, it only mechanical 6-level boxes, but later came naturally and 5-way "automatic" Tiptronic equipped with a DSP system, enabling "manual" shift. Chassis S8 is 18-inch wheels and a more rigid suspension reduced to 20 mm clearance. The machine is designed for wealthy people who prefer to personally manage Audi A8 pastors. The level of safety and comfort S8 is very high.
Audi A8
Technical top model Audi has been increasing steadily. Now fans limousines with aluminum body proposed modification is the most powerful Audi A8 W12-equipped with a 6.0-litre 12-cylinder engine capacity of 420 litres.
Audi A8
New Audi A8 model, first introduced at the Paris motor show in 2002 represents a new external design, which nevertheless their proportions and schedule recalled his predecessor. Using advanced technology, the German company Audi steadily gained market their fellow German rivals Mercedes-Benz and BMW. The most expensive and luxurious car and Pick-model series Audi A8 2002 was the best embodiment of this approach. Prospective owners are invited to leave Audi A8 logically with a fresh look at a classic luxury sedan class "and the company's emphasis Audi sports.
Audi A8
At Audi A8 smuggle uses the same platform as the Volkswagen Phaeton and Bentley. This Audi A8 weighs 1,780 kg, while the Phaeton weighs 2291 kg. Audi A8 weighs less by the fact that some parts are made of aluminum. Advanced Chassis new Audi A8 is a more rigorous and reliable than ever. Reduced weight means lower fuel consumption and improved performance.
Audi A8
In terms of second-generation Audi A8 equipped with not losing a new BMW 7-series, which came a little earlier. Among other systems, radar is adaptive cruise control automatically maintains a given distance from the front running machine control system for tire pressure, multifunction steering wheel with the keys management 5-step "automatic" drive electromechanical parking brake. There is a brand thing, the so-called adaptive head light: in a corner lamp shine not only forward, but looking in the direction of space.
Audi A8
At Audi A8 jet is a pneumatic suspension, similar to that established for the Audi Allroad. Hardness changes in the suspension of three modes: sport, normal and comfortable. Wheels Audi A8 are 18.3 inches in diameter. External design Audi A8 made in a relatively conservative style, with closer to the body of the mirrors.
Audi A8
V8 Engine new Audi A8 3.7 builds capacity of 280 litres, and its torque is 360 Nm at 3600 revolutions. Another powerful V8 4.2. Impressive 335 million, and disperse from their seats to 100 km / h in 6.1 seconds. But exceptional performance does not compromise comfort. New six-stage tiptronic gearbox delivers easy travel, the highest comfort, as well as monitors trace of the body, regardless of longitudinal or transverse dynamic loads. And thanks to the continued full Quattro drive and adaptive air suspension new Audi A8, you can be sure that the engine power is used optimally. The choice is always yours, whether it is sports or run out of the light. Since Audi A8 all possible.
Audi A8
All these improvements are worthy of filling the classical German sedan class, their art out as a combination of the most advanced technology in luxury handmade leather and wood trim in sound to the last detail interior.
