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Audi A8 4.2 Quattro

General information

ModelAudi A8 4.2 Quattro
Year2000
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating63.7 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, longitudinal
Displacement4172 ccm (254.58 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power335.00 PS (246 kW or 330 HP) at 6200 Rev. per min.
Max torque225.10 Nm (23.0 kgf-m or 166.0 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression11.0:1
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder5
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed245.0 km/h (152.2 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.9 seconds
0-50 miles4.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1806 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4480 litres (1,184 gallons)
Cargo space500 litres (132 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

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

Dimensions and weight

Weight1855 kg (4,089.6 pounds)
Towing weight2300 kg (5,070.6 pounds)
Overall length5060 mm (199.2 inches)
Overall width1900 mm (74.8 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Wheelbase2890 mm (113.8 inches)
Fuel capacity90.0 litres (23.78 gallons)
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