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Audi S8 Quattro Tiptronic

General information

ModelAudi S8 Quattro Tiptronic
Year2008
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating65.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5204 ccm (317.55 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving13.4 litres/100 km (17.55 miles per gallon)
Seats5
TransmissionAutomatic, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement5204 ccm (317.55 cubic inches)
Max power450.00 PS (331 kW or 444 HP) at 700 Rev. per min.
Max torque540.00 Nm (55.1 kgf-m or 398.3 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression12.5:1
Bore x stroke84.5 x 92.8 mm (3.3 x 3.7 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxAutomatic, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)5.4 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2320 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Cargo space500 litres (132 gallons)
Optional cargo space500 litres (132 gallons)
Climate controlClimate control

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering
Turn circle13 m (503.9 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control

Dimensions and weight

Weight1940 kg (4,277.0 pounds)
Towing weight2300 kg (5,070.6 pounds)
Overall width1900 mm (74.8 inches)
Wheelbase2950 mm (116.1 inches)
Fuel capacity90.0 litres (23.78 gallons)
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