Especificaciones y análisis del Audi A8
Power
420HP
Torque
600Nm
Consumption
9.4l/100
Emissions
219g/km
0-100 km/h
4.6s
Top Speed
250km/h
Weight
1970kg
Price
107,390€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 8v
AWD
5 / 4 doors
510 L
90 L
309 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Audi A8 4.0 TFSI quattro tiptronic 8 vel. · 420 CV (2012-2013)
General description
The 2012 Audi A8 4.0 TFSI is not just a luxury sedan; it is the embodiment of power and elegance according to Audi. A flagship that combines a twin-turbo V8 heart with a high-fashion suit, designed to dominate the asphalt with overwhelming sophistication and comfort that redefines the concept of first-class travel.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel is like feeling the world stop for a moment. The V8's 420 hp pushes with a colossal yet serene force, a torrent of power that pins you to the seat in an almost unreal silence. The 0 to 100 km/h acceleration in 4.6 seconds is an addictive experience, a demonstration of superiority felt in every fiber of your being. Thanks to the quattro all-wheel drive, the car clings to the road with unwavering confidence, conveying a sense of absolute safety and control, while the air suspension isolates you from the outside world in a bubble of pure tranquility.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is a lesson in timeless elegance. Clean lines, perfect proportions, and an imposing presence that doesn't need to be loud to be noticed. The aluminum body is not only an engineering feat but also gives the car a visual lightness that contradicts its more than five-meter length. The interior is a sanctuary of handcrafted luxury, where every material, from leather to wood and polished metal, has been selected and assembled with a precision bordering on obsession. It is a space that welcomes you and makes you feel special.
Technology and features
Under its aluminum skin, the A8 is a masterclass in technology. The V8 TFSI engine with direct injection and twin-turbo is an engineering gem, capable of delivering 600 Nm of torque from just 1500 rpm. The 8-speed tiptronic transmission shifts gears with imperceptible smoothness, while the legendary quattro all-wheel-drive system ensures perfect traction in any circumstance. The adaptive air suspension and electro-hydraulic steering coordinate to offer dynamic behavior that can be as comfortable as it is sporty, adapting to your mood at the touch of a button.
Competition
In the pantheon of great sedans, the Audi A8 faced titans like the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and the BMW 7 Series. While the S-Class represented opulent luxury and the 7 Series more direct sportiness, the A8 found its niche as the perfect balance between both worlds, providing the unparalleled safety of its quattro all-wheel drive and a more modern, technological design that appealed to those seeking a more discreet yet equally imposing elegance.
Conclusion
The Audi A8 4.0 TFSI is a masterpiece on wheels, a car that transcends its function to become an experience. It is the perfect symbiosis between a luxury limousine and a high-performance sports car. Driving it is a privilege that combines the thrill of overflowing power with the peace of an exquisite cabin. A vehicle for those who do not settle and understand that true luxury lies in engineering excellence and the emotion of every journey.