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Audi A8 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic

General information

ModelAudi A8 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic
Year2008
CategoryStation wagons/estate cars
Rating60.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2967 ccm (181.05 cubic inches)
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel mixed driving8.4 litres/100 km (28.00 miles per gallon)
Seats5
Drive4WD
TransmissionAutomatic, 6-speed
Airbags4. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2967 ccm (181.05 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power233.7 PS (172 kW or 230 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque450.00 Nm (45.9 kgf-m or 331.9 ft.lbs) at 1400 Rev. per min.
Compression17.0:1
Bore x stroke83.0 x 91.4 mm (3.3 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed243.0 km/h (151.0 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)7.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1279 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space2520 litres (666 gallons)
Cargo space500 litres (132 gallons)
Optional cargo space500 litres (132 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle14 m (539.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control
Front suspensionWishbone

Dimensions and weight

Weight1830 kg (4,034.5 pounds)
Max weight with load2430 kg (5,357.2 pounds)
Towing weight2200 kg (4,850.2 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 capacity90.0 litres (23.78 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions312.0 g/km
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