Especificaciones y análisis del Audi A8
Power
258HP
Torque
580Nm
Consumption
5.9l/100
Emissions
155g/km
0-100 km/h
5.9s
Top Speed
250km/h
Weight
1955kg
Price
86,630€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Automático 8v
AWD
5 / 4 doors
490 L
82 L
190 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Audi A8 3.0 TDI clean diesel 258 CV quattro tiptronic 8 vel. (2013-2015)
General description
The 2014 Audi A8 is not just a luxury sedan; it is the embodiment of power and elegance according to Audi. In this version with the 258 HP 3.0 TDI engine, the brand with the four rings delivered an engineering masterpiece, a vehicle that promised to devour kilometers with sovereign efficiency and comfort, enveloping its occupants in an atmosphere of exclusivity and cutting-edge technology.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the A8 is an experience that redefines the concept of travel. The thrust of its 580 Nm of torque, available from very low revs, feels like an inexhaustible and serene force, masterfully managed by the quattro all-wheel drive and the 8-speed tiptronic transmission. It accelerates with the forcefulness of a sports car, reaching 100 km/h in less than 6 seconds, but it does so with a silence and smoothness that isolates you from the outside world. It is a rolling refuge, a sanctuary of peace where the only sound is that of your thoughts as the landscape flows by through the windows.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is a statement of intent: timeless, imposing, and sophisticated. The fluid lines and aluminum body draw a silhouette that conveys prestige without being ostentatious. Every detail, from the Singleframe grille to the light signature of its headlights, speaks of quality. Inside, the A8 is a luxury lounge. Noble materials, perfect fits, and generous space create an atmosphere that caresses the senses and turns every journey into a first-class experience.
Technology and features
In 2014, the A8 was already a technological showcase. Its MMI infotainment system, adaptive air suspension, and an arsenal of driving assistants placed it at the top of its segment. The combination of the efficient 'clean diesel' engine with Stop-Start technology and quattro all-wheel drive not only guaranteed exceptional performance but also active safety that conveyed absolute confidence in any weather condition. It was a car that anticipated the future, designed to make life on board easier, safer, and more pleasant.
Competition
In the pantheon of large executive sedans, the Audi A8 faced titans like the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, the eternal benchmark for comfort and luxury, and the BMW 7 Series, which always brought a more dynamic, driver-focused touch. Against them, the A8 played the card of its quattro all-wheel drive as a differentiating element, a more discreet design, and a technological interior that felt like a private jet cabin. The Jaguar XJ and the Lexus LS were also contenders, but the main battle was always fought in the heart of Germany.
Conclusion
The 2014 Audi A8 3.0 TDI quattro is much more than a luxury car; it is a statement of principles. It represents the perfect symbiosis between overwhelming performance, imperial comfort, and unwavering safety. It is a vehicle that, even today, continues to convey a sense of technological prowess and timeless elegance. Driving it or being driven in it is a privilege that reminds you why Audi is one of the most desired brands in the world.