Especificaciones y análisis del Audi A8
Power
310HP
Torque
440Nm
Consumption
7.9l/100
Emissions
184g/km
0-100 km/h
5.9s
Top Speed
250km/h
Weight
1955kg
Price
97,050€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 8v
AWD
5 / 4 doors
520 L
82 L
228 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Audi A8 L 3.0 TFSI 310 CV quattro tiptronic 8 vel. (2013-2015)
General description
The 2014 Audi A8 L is not just a car; it's a statement of intent. It represents the pinnacle of Audi's luxury and engineering, a rolling sanctuary designed to devour miles with a serenity and power that isolates you from the outside world. Getting into it is like entering a dimension where comfort, elegance, and technology merge to create an unparalleled travel experience.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the heart of the A8 L, a 310 hp V6 TFSI, beats with a restrained and refined force. The acceleration is surprisingly vigorous for a sedan of its size, catapulting you from 0 to 100 km/h in under 6 seconds with exquisite smoothness, thanks to the 8-speed Tiptronic gearbox. The quattro all-wheel drive anchors you to the asphalt, conveying absolute confidence in any circumstance. It's not a sports car; it's a private jet for the road. Its air suspension filters out every imperfection, turning every journey into a silent and pleasant glide over the pavement.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is an ode to timeless elegance. The elongated body ('L') gives it a majestic presence, with clean lines and a silhouette that flows with a sophistication that shuns ostentation. It is inside where the soul of the A8 L is fully revealed. The cabin is a work of artisanal art, where every material, from polished aluminum to fine woods and leather, has been selected and assembled with millimeter precision. The rear seat space is simply palatial, a first-class lounge designed for maximum well-being.
Technology and features
In 2014, the A8 L was a technological showcase. Its Audi Space Frame aluminum chassis was a feat of lightweight engineering, key to its agility. The MMI infotainment system, although from a previous generation, was still intuitive and comprehensive. But where it truly shone was in its technological comfort, with the adaptive air suspension that reads the road and the innovative Matrix LED headlights that illuminated the night with almost human intelligence, offering perfect visibility without dazzling others.
Competition
In the pantheon of great executive sedans, the Audi A8 L faced titans like the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, the king of opulent luxury, and the BMW 7 Series, the alternative with a more dynamic touch. Against them, the A8 L played the card of perfect balance: a more sober and technological design, the unconditional safety of the standard quattro all-wheel drive, and a build quality that bordered on perfection. It also competed with the Jaguar XJ and its distinctive style or the Lexus LS and its legendary reliability.
Conclusion
The Audi A8 L 3.0 TFSI is much more than a means of transportation; it's a sensory experience. It is the choice for those seeking the ultimate expression of discreet luxury, technology at the service of comfort, and a travel capability that transforms any distance into pure pleasure. A sedan that, even years after its launch, continues to convey a sense of power, quality, and sophistication that very few cars can match.