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Audi A8

General information

ModelAudi A8
Year2003
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating62.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2976 ccm (181.60 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving12.8 litres/100 km (18.38 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
Airbags4

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2976 ccm (181.60 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power220.00 PS (162 kW or 217 HP) at 6300 Rev. per min.
Max torque299.68 Nm (30.6 kgf-m or 221.0 ft.lbs) at 3200 Rev. per min.
Compression11.0:1
Bore x stroke82.5 x 92.8 mm (3.2 x 3.7 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder5
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1384 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space5570 litres (1,472 gallons)
Optional cargo space1590 litres (420 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering.
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1590 kg (3,505.3 pounds)
Max weight with load2445 kg (5,390.3 pounds)
Towing weight1900 kg (4,188.8 pounds)
Overall length5060 mm (199.2 inches)
Overall width1900 mm (74.8 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2580 mm (101.6 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions197.0 g/km
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