Especificaciones y análisis del Audi A8
Power
450HP
Torque
540Nm
Consumption
13.4l/100
Emissions
319g/km
0-100 km/h
5.1s
Top Speed
250km/h
Weight
2015kg
Price
107,900€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 6v
AWD
5 / 4 doors
500 L
90 L
331 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Audi S8 5.2 FSI V10 quattro tiptronic 6 vel. · 450 CV (2006-2007)
General description
The D3 generation Audi S8 is not just any luxury sedan; it's a manifesto on wheels. In its aluminum heart beats a 5.2-liter V10 engine, a mechanical work of art directly related to the Lamborghini Gallardo's powerplant. It is the perfect embodiment of the 'wolf in sheep's clothing,' an executive sedan that hides the soul of a supercar, created for those who desire maximum performance without sacrificing elegance and discretion.
Driving experience
Driving the S8 V10 is a visceral experience that overloads the senses. When you press the accelerator, the discreet murmur transforms into a glorious and addictive howl that pushes you to 7000 RPM. The acceleration is relentless, a constant push that pins you to the seat thanks to its 450 horsepower and 540 Nm of torque. The quattro traction anchors you to the asphalt with astonishing security, allowing you to trace curves with an agility unthinkable for a two-ton sedan. It's a two-faced car: a silent and comfortable traveler on the highway, and a wild beast ready to be unleashed at the slightest hint.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is an exercise in restraint and sporty elegance. At first glance, it could pass for a conventional A8, but the details give it away: the Singleframe grille with vertical chrome slats, the polished aluminum mirror housings, the imposing 20-inch wheels, and above all, the four oval exhaust tips that announce its potential. Inside, the luxury is absolute. The cabin envelops you in the highest quality leather, carbon inserts, and a level of fit and finish that defined Audi at that time. It is a sanctuary of comfort and technology from which to command a storm.
Technology and features
Under its aluminum skin, the S8 was a technological feat. The Audi Space Frame (ASF) chassis gave it fantastic structural rigidity with a contained weight. The V10 engine was not only powerful but also featured FSI direct injection to optimize response and consumption. The adaptive air suspension allowed for variation between a comfort mode for long trips and a dynamic mode that lowered the height and stiffened the response for more aggressive driving. All of this was managed by the legendary quattro permanent all-wheel drive, which guaranteed superlative traction in any condition.
Competition
In its time, this titan from Ingolstadt competed with the best of German and Italian engineering. Its main adversaries were the Mercedes-Benz S 63 AMG, with its powerful V8, and the BMW 760i, which opted for the smoothness and strength of a V12. Another rival, with a more passionate and exotic approach, was the Maserati Quattroporte, which also offered an unforgettable engine melody. Each represented a different interpretation of the luxury super-sedan concept.
Conclusion
The Audi S8 5.2 FSI V10 is much more than a fast car; it is a legend. It represents a golden, almost extinct era, in which engineering audacity allowed a supercar engine to be placed in an elegant and functional body. It is a mechanical symphony, a collector's item for the present and the future. Driving it is to feel the pure emotion of an exceptional naturally aspirated engine, wrapped in the utmost luxury and discretion. An unrepeatable masterpiece.