Brute power and a traditionally unassuming design make the S8 a wolf in sheep’s clothing. Power comes from a 520-hp 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V-8, mated to an eight-speed automatic. To ensure that power is applied to the pavement in a controlled and civilized manner, all four wheels are driven via Quattro all-wheel drive. The interior is sumptuous and loaded with tech. Despite its conservative styling and perceived sedate luxury car status, the S8 can keep up with nearly anything on the road.
Technical Specifications
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Brakes |
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Brake Type |
N/A |
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Brake ABS System |
4-Wheel |
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Brake ABS System (Second Line) |
N/A |
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Disc - Front (Yes or ) |
Yes |
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Disc - Rear (Yes or ) |
Yes |
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Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness |
15.7 in |
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Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness |
14 in |
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Cargo Area Dimensions |
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Trunk Volume |
13.2 ft³ |
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Cooling System |
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Total Cooling System Capacity |
N/A qts |
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Electrical |
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Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) |
N/A |
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Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) |
190 |
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Emissions |
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Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year |
9.7 |
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EPA Greenhouse Gas Score |
N/A |
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Engine |
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Engine Type |
Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-8 |
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Displacement |
4.0 L/244 |
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Fuel System |
Direct Gasoline Injection |
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SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM |
520 @ 6000 |
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SAE Net Torque @ RPM |
481 @ 5500 |
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Exterior Dimensions |
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Wheelbase |
117.8 in |
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Length, Overall |
202.2 in |
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Width, Max w/o mirrors |
76.7 in |
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Height, Overall |
57.5 in |
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Track Width, Front |
64.7 in |
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Track Width, Rear |
64.4 in |
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Min Ground Clearance |
N/A in |
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Liftover Height |
N/A in |
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Fuel Tank |
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Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx |
23.8 gal |
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Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx |
N/A gal |
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Interior Dimensions |
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Passenger Capacity |
5 |
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Passenger Volume |
115.1 ft³ |
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Front Head Room |
37.2 in |
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Front Leg Room |
41.4 in |
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Front Shoulder Room |
59.1 in |
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Front Hip Room |
N/A in |
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Second Head Room |
38.1 in |
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Second Leg Room |
38.7 in |
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Second Shoulder Room |
57.8 in |
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Second Hip Room |
N/A in |
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Mileage |
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EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy |
26 MPG |
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Cruising Range - City |
357.00 mi |
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EPA Fuel Economy Est - City |
15 MPG |
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Fuel Economy Est-Combined |
19 MPG |
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Cruising Range - Hwy |
618.80 mi |
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EPA MPG Equivalent - City |
N/A |
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EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy |
N/A |
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EPA MPG Equivalent - Combined |
N/A |
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Battery Range |
N/A mi |
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Steering |
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Steering Type |
Rack-Pinion |
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Steering Ratio (:1), Overall |
N/A |
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Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) |
N/A |
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Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb |
40.4 ft |
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Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall |
N/A ft |
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Suspension |
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Suspension Type - Front |
Multi-Link |
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Suspension Type - Rear |
Multi-Link |
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Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) |
Multi-Link |
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Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) |
Multi-Link |
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Shock Absorber Diameter - Front |
N/A mm |
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Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear |
N/A mm |
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Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front |
N/A in |
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Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear |
N/A in |
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Tires |
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Front Tire Order Code |
HW4 |
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Rear Tire Order Code |
HW4 |
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Front Tire Size |
P265/35YR21 |
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Rear Tire Size |
P265/35YR21 |
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Spare Tire Size |
Compact |
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Trailering |
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Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. |
N/A lbs |
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Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. |
N/A lbs |
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Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. |
N/A lbs |
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Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. |
N/A lbs |
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Transmission |
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Drivetrain |
All Wheel Drive |
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Trans Type |
8 |
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Trans Description Cont. |
Automatic w/OD |
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First Gear Ratio (:1) |
4.71 |
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Second Gear Ratio (:1) |
3.14 |
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Third Gear Ratio (:1) |
2.11 |
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Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) |
1.67 |
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Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) |
1.28 |
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Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) |
1.00 |
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Reverse Ratio (:1) |
3.32 |
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Clutch Size |
N/A in |
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Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) |
3.20 |
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Seventh Gear Ratio (:1) |
0.84 |
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Eighth Gear Ratio (:1) |
0.67 |
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Vehicle |
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EPA Classification |
Mid-Size Cars |
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Weight Information |
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Base Curb Weight |
4685 lbs |
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Wheels |
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Front Wheel Size |
21 X 9 in |
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Rear Wheel Size |
21 X 9 in |
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Spare Wheel Size |
Compact in |
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Front Wheel Material |
Aluminum |
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Rear Wheel Material |
Aluminum |
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Spare Wheel Material |
Aluminum |