2017-present A8 OverviewAudi A8 Overview (2017 - present)
D5
Tech Specs Summary
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- 155 mph
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- 3.8 - 5.9 seconds
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- 282 - 563 BHP
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- 24.8 - 104.6 mpg
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- 1,960 - 2,330 kg
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- 390 - 505 L
This generation of the Audi A8 (D5) is produced by the German manufacturer Audi and started production in 2017. It's a front engined all-wheel drive Limousine and comes in 2 body styles, for example the A8 L 50 TDI quattro and A8 50 TDI quattro. There are five power levels available, ranging from a 282 BHP 3 L V6 Turbo mild hybrid diesel engine to a 563 BHP 4 L V8 Bi-Turbo mild hybrid petrol engine. It has multi-link suspension front and rear.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the A8 is the Audi S8 which scores 3.2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 563 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 254 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 155 mph and gets to 62 mph in 3.8 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Audi A8 50 TDI quattro is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.8★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 798 miles and can store 505 litres of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 750 kg and a braked towing capacity of 2,300 kg.