Especificaciones y análisis del Audi A8
Power
435HP
Torque
600Nm
Consumption
9.2l/100
Emissions
216g/km
0-100 km/h
4.6s
Top Speed
250km/h
Weight
2050kg
Price
119,030€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 8v
AWD
5 / 4 doors
520 L
82 L
320 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Audi A8 L 4.0 TFSI 435 CV quattro tiptronic 8 vel. (2013-2015)
General description
The 2014 Audi A8 L is not just a luxury sedan; it's a statement of intent on wheels. In its long-wheelbase version, this Ingolstadt flagship combines sovereign space with the brute force of its 435-horsepower V8 TFSI engine. It represents the pinnacle of Audi's engineering and comfort, a vehicle designed not just for travel, but to dominate the road with breathtaking elegance and power.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the A8 L is a dual experience. In an instant, it envelops you in almost absolute silence, isolating you from the outside world in a cocoon of luxury and technology. But a mere hint on the accelerator is enough to awaken the beast sleeping under the hood. The thrust of its 600 Nm is instantaneous and addictive, a wave of power that pins you to the seat while the quattro traction ensures unflappable composure. It's the feeling of having unlimited power under control, a magic carpet capable of transforming into a ballistic missile with astonishing smoothness.
Design and aesthetics
The design of the Audi A8 L is an exercise in timeless elegance and contained power. Its fluid lines and imposing length of almost 5.3 meters create a majestic silhouette that commands respect without being ostentatious. Every detail, from the Singleframe grille to the interior finishes in aluminum and noble woods, exudes an obsessive quality. It is a sanctuary of luxury, where the rear seat space becomes a first-class experience, a testament that true luxury lies in the perfection of details and the generosity of space.
Technology and features
Under its aluminum skin lies a cutting-edge technological arsenal for its time. The heart is its V8 engine with direct injection and turbo, managed by an 8-speed tiptronic transmission that combines speed and smoothness. The legendary quattro all-wheel drive not only enhances safety in all conditions but also allows all the power to be transmitted to the asphalt with superb efficiency. The adaptive air suspension and electric power steering complete a package that seeks the perfect balance between dynamic comfort and agility.
Competition
In the Olympus of large executive sedans, the Audi A8 L faced legendary competition. Its direct rivals were the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, the eternal benchmark for luxury and comfort, and the BMW 7 Series, which always opted for a more pronounced dynamism. In this battle of German titans, the A8 L played the card of perfect balance: a masterful synthesis of cutting-edge technology, a sober design, and a safe and powerful driving dynamic thanks to its quattro traction.
Conclusion
The Audi A8 L 4.0 TFSI is much more than a car; it's a first-class travel experience. An engineering masterpiece that proved that extreme luxury and sports performance could coexist in perfect harmony. It is a vehicle for those who value discretion, superlative quality, and the sense of security that only a V8 engine and quattro traction can offer. A flagship that, even years later, remains a symbol of power, elegance, and technological sophistication.