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Audi A8 4.2 Quattro

General information

ModelAudi A8 4.2 Quattro
Year1998
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating59.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4172 ccm (254.58 cubic inches)
Seats4
Drive4WD
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement4172 ccm (254.58 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power304.00 PS (224 kW or 300 HP) at 6300 Rev. per min.
Max torque400.02 Nm (40.8 kgf-m or 295.1 ft.lbs)
Compression11.0:1
Bore x stroke84.6 x 93.0 mm (3.3 x 3.7 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)
0-60 miles6.9 seconds

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Overall length5040 mm (198.4 inches)
Overall width1890 mm (74.4 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Wheelbase2890 mm (113.8 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
Aprox price as new USD65110
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