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Audi A8 3.0

General information

ModelAudi A8 3.0
Year2004
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating64.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2975 ccm (181.53 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 98
Fuel mixed driving9.6 litres/100 km (24.50 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2975 ccm (181.53 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power220.00 PS (162 kW or 217 HP) at 6300 Rev. per min.
Max torque300.00 Nm (30.6 kgf-m or 221.3 ft.lbs) at 8200 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)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed245.0 km/h (152.2 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)7.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1317 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4250 litres (1,123 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Turn circle13 m (500.0 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1670 kg (3,681.7 pounds)
Max weight with load2270 kg (5,004.5 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)
Wheelbase2950 mm (116.1 inches)
Fuel capacity42.0 litres (11.10 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
Service interval30,000 km
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