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Audi A8

General information

ModelAudi A8
Year1999
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating59.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2771 ccm (169.09 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
Drive4WD
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement2771 ccm (169.09 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power193.00 PS (142 kW or 190 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque280.00 Nm (28.6 kgf-m or 206.5 ft.lbs) at 3200 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder5
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed235.0 km/h (146.0 mph)
0-60 miles8.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1180 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space5410 litres (1,429 gallons)
Cargo space500 litres (132 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (484.3 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1635 kg (3,604.6 pounds)
Overall length5040 mm (198.4 inches)
Overall width1890 mm (74.4 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Wheelbase2890 mm (113.8 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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