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Audi A8 4.2 Quattro

General information

ModelAudi A8 4.2 Quattro
Year1996
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating60 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4172 ccm (254.58 cubic inches)
Seats5
Drive4WD
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement4172 ccm (254.58 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power304.20 PS (224 kW or 300 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque400.00 Nm (40.8 kgf-m or 295.0 ft.lbs) at 3300 Rev. per min.
Compression10.8:1
Bore x stroke84.6 x 93.0 mm (3.3 x 3.7 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-60 miles7.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1769 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4480 litres (1,184 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (484.3 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1720 kg (3,792.0 pounds)
Overall length5040 mm (198.4 inches)
Overall width1890 mm (74.4 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Wheelbase2890 mm (113.8 inches)
Fuel capacity89.0 litres (23.51 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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