Log in  |  Register

Audi A8 L 6.0 W12 Quattro

admin's picture
Submitted by admin on Fri, 02/13/2009 - 13:14

Overview

Audi A8 L 6.0 W12 Quattro Image

Audi A8 luxury sports sedan is supremely elegant and loaded with top-of-the-line technology. It is undoubtedly an attention grabber. Available in two petrol variants, 4.2 quattro and 6.0 quattro and one diesel variant 3.0 TDI quattro. A8 is equipped with powerful engines: The 4.2-litre V8 generates 345 bhp of power and 440 Nm of torque, the 6.0 W12 generates 450 bhp of power and 580 Nm of torque, whereas the 3.0 L turbo diesel churns out 228 bhp of power and 450 Nm of torque. A flawless 6-speed automatic transmission tiptronic with dynamic shift program is available on all the variants. Timeless, elegant, and soft interiors are artfully designed to add to the luxurious aura of the sedan.

Standard Specs
Exshowroom Price (Rs.)1,23,00,000
Fuel TypePetrol
Transmission TypeAutomatic
Engine Displacement(cc)5998
Engine Description6.0L 446bhp W12
Maximum Power450 @ 6,200 (PS@rpm)
Maximum Torque59 @ 4,000-4,700 (kgm@rpm)
Mileage-City(kmpl)4.8
Mileage-Highway(kmpl)>7.4
Seating Capacity5
Fuel Tank Capacity(litres)90
Kerb Weight1,995 kg
Standard Features
Air Conditioner
CD Player
Anti-Lock Braking System
Power Steering
Power Window - Front
Power Window - Rear
Central Locking
Leather Seats

Specs

Engine
Engine TypeW-Type Engine
Engine Description6.0L 446bhp W12
Engine Displacement (cc)5,998
No. of Cylinders12
Maximum Power450 @ 6,200 (PS@rpm)
Maximum Torque59 @ 4,000-4,700 (kgm@rpm)
Valves Per Cylinder4
Valve ConfigurationDOHC
Transmission
Transmission TypeAutomatic
Gear Box6 Speed
Drive TypeAWD
Suspension
Front SuspensionFour-link, 2 lateral control arms, stabilizer, air suspension
Rear SuspensionControlled-toe Trapezoidal-link with lateral control arm & stabilizer
Steering
Steering TypePower
Steering Column1
Steering Gear TypeElectronic Assisted Rack & Pinion
Turning Radius (wheel base)6.25 m
Performance
Top Speed250 kmph
Acceleration (0-100 kmph)6.1 seconds
Fuel
Mileage-City (kmpl)4.8
Mileage-Highway (kmpl)>7.4
Fuel TypePetrol
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)90
Emission Norm ComplianceEuro IV
Tyres
Tyre Size235/55 R17
Tyre TypeTubeless Radial
Wheel Size17 x 8 J
Alloy Wheel Size17 inches
Capacity
Seating Capacity5
No of Doors4
Cargo Volume957 litres
Dimension - External
Length5,062 mm
Width1,894 mm
Height1,444 mm
Ground Clearance125 mm
Wheel Base2,944 mm
Front Tread1,500 mm
Rear Tread1,460 mm
Kerb Weight1,995 kg
Gross Weight2,545 kg
Dimension - Internal
Front Headroom1030 mm
Rear Headroom979 mm

Features

Comfort & Convenience
Accessory Power Outlet
Air Quality Control
Automatic Climate Control
Cruise Control
Cup Holders - Front
Cup Holders - Rear
Heated Seats - Front
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Low Fuel Warning Light
Multi-function Steering Wheel
Parking Sensors
Power Steering
Rear A/C Vents
Rear Reading Lamp
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Rear Seat Headrest
Remote Fuel Lid Opener
Remote Trunk Opener
Seat Lumbar Support
Trunk Light
Vanity Mirror
Interior
Air Conditioner
Cigarette Lighter
Digital Clock
Digital Odometer
Electronic Multi-Tripmeter
Fabric Upholstery
Glove Compartment
Heater
Leather Seats
Leather Steering Wheel
Outside Temperature Display
Tachometer
Exterior
Adjustable Headlights
Alloy Wheels
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
Fog Lights - Front
Fog Lights - Rear
Manually Adjustable Ext. Rear View Mirror
Moon Roof
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Power Antenna
Rain Sensing Wiper
Rear Spoiler
Rear Window Washer
Rear Window Defogger
Rear Window Wiper
Removable / Convertible Top
Roof Carrier
Side Stepper
Sun Roof
Tinted Glass
Wheel Covers
Entertainment
Audio System Remote Control
Cassette Player
CD Changer
CD Player
DVD Player
Radio
Speakers Front
Speakers Rear
Safety
Adjustable Seats
Anti-Lock Braking System
Anti-Theft Alarm
Brake Assist
Central Locking
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank
Child Safety Locks
Crash Sensor
Day & Night Rear View Mirror
Door Ajar Warning
Driver Airbag
Engine Immobilizer
Front Impact Beams
Halogen Headlamps
Keyless Entry
Passenger Airbag
Passenger Side Rear View Mirror
Power Door Locks
Rear Seat Belts
Seat Belt Warning
Side Airbag - Front
Side Airbag - Rear
Side Impact Beams
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Vehicle Stability Control System
Xenon Headlamps

Colours

Available Colours
       
Dakar Beige Metallic Canyon Red Pearl  Oyster Grey Metallic Night Blue
       
Lava Grey Phantom Black Silver Metallic Aurora Blue Pearl
    
Deep Green Pearl  Pearl Beige Pearl  

Additional Info

Additional Features
Interior Features
  • Automatic anti-glare interior rear view mirror
  • Deluxe air conditioning system (four zone) - deluxe version allows the driver and front passenger select separate settings, air quality sensor detects increased pollution levels in the incoming air and switches the deluxe automatic air conditioning over the recirculated-air mode.
  • Leather gear knob
  • Leather-covered multifunction steering wheel with gearshift function
  • Valcona leather trim with Walnut Brown inlays
  • Velors floor mats (front and rear) to match carpet colour

Exterior Features
  • Automatic anti-glare exterior rear view mirror
  • Electric sunroof
  • Heat-insulating windscreen with grey tinted strip at top
  • Metallic paint finish
  • Outer left rear view mirror - convex
  • Outer right rear view mirror - non-spherical, large viewing field
  • Transit protective film
  • Xenon plus headlights with headlamp washer - uses xenon gas to give more light even on high beam

Comfort & Convenience Features
  • Automatically actuated boot lid
  • Electric sun blind for rear window and rear door windows
  • Electrically adjustable front seats with lumbar support
  • Illuminated vanity mirrors for front passengers
  • Radio remote control for central locking
  • Vanity mirror for rear passenger

Safety Features
  • Audi Space Frame (ASF) - optimizes the power to weight ratio without compromising on passenger safety
  • Electromechanical parking brake - provides a parking brake function when stationery, an automatic release of break when starting and an emergency brake function on all four wheels while driving
  • Electronic Differential Lock (EDL) - permits smooth, comfortable starts on road surfaces that do not have a uniform coefficient of friction
  • Electronic Stabilization Programm (EPS)
  • Reinforced bumpers
  • Three-point inertia reel front seat belts with manual height adjustment