The new Audi A8 - the sportiest sedan in the luxury class

Audi AG- Fascinating sportiness, innovative technology and superior comfort: Audi is bringing the next generation of the A8 to the starting line. The new flagship demonstrates the brand's proverbial Vorsprung durch Technik with its light aluminum body, its powerful and highly efficient engines, the further improved MMI operating system, new driver assistance systems, the full LED headlights and an elegant interior with a craftsman's level of workmanship.

With all this technology the new Audi A8 offers the perfect synthesis of dynamics, perfection in design, workmanship and pioneering efficiency.


“The new Audi A8 is the sportiest sedan in its segment,” says Rupert Stadler, Chairman of the Board of Management of AUDI AG. “It combines numerous functions in a new and intelligent way. And it’s unmatched in the stylistic elements and impression of the interior.”

At a glance: The new Audi A8


Body

Lightweight and yet ultra-strong aluminum body with ASF design
Flowing design, full LED headlights on request


Interior and controls
Luxurious interior with newly developed, spacious styling
Craftsman-level workmanship, emotionally charged interior lighting

Advanced MMI operating system, MMI touch navigation system with pioneering operating concept
Seats with optional ventilation and massage functions, luxurious individual rear seats optional


Safety

New Audi pre sense safety system for avoiding accidents and for minimizing their consequences

Infotainment and driver assistance systems
Navigation system of the next generation closely networked with the assistance systems; high-end audio systems and online services
Night vision assistant with pedestrian marking, adaptive cruise control with stop & go feature and advanced driver assistance systems

Drivetrain
One gasoline engine, with direct fuel injection and 273 kW (372 hp)

Consumption improved by 15 percent with enhanced performance
New 8-speed tiptronic as standard, shift-by-wire control
Standard quattro all-wheel drive, optional sport differential

Chassis

Lightweight wheel suspension, balanced axle load distribution
Audi drive select driving dynamic system including standard adaptive air suspension and adaptive damping, optional dynamic steering

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