Audi S8

First Generation - 2000 Audi S8

We all know of the famous Audi A8 seems endless A-series, which can be breathtaking not only connoisseurs and fans of Audi, but also to anyone with an aesthetic view of the world. Headlights, grille, wheels - has a trademark in the design of Audi, merge into a harmonious unity.

And since we're here mainly amateur sports performances today will talk about a modification of the famous Audi A8. Those who are more familiar, probably already guessed what it is about ... namely sports edition of Audi A8 in the face of Audi S8!

Naturally, this model was first presented to the public as a prototype in the 90's and its mass production first implemented in 1998. Develops in two generations D2 and D3 and is still manufactured today in the form of second generation since 2006. since.

The next Generation Audi S8

2003 Audi S8 4.2 D3

The second generation Audi S8 - D3, which is still manufactured today with some typical improvements and developments in design, retains some special qualities which include its features it naprimver that its platform is the Volkswagen and all publications are marked by the famous quattro on the Audi, which is a trademark of Audi offers 4x4 for greater certainty any doubt needs a sports car.

And since this is a model that covers the capabilities of most passionate drivers - lovers of extreme speeds, it is truly impressive to note that for a production car, Audi S8 boasts a powerful petrol engine with a whopping 450 horsepower and 6-speed automatic transmission - a real challenge for the modern driver!

From the foregoing it is clear that Audi S8 is not only an improvement in the Audi A8, but based on his achievements with the idea of ​​building a sports performance. As seen, the engine is more powerful, but with a larger volume - 4.2 liter models of the first generation and 5.2 for the models of the second generation who still enjoy the modern sports driver! The suspension and transmission also sports a rim of S8 are wider and larger with the idea to improve vehicle stability at the maximum speed of 250 km/h.

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2008 Audi S8 5.2 FSI Quattro

And somehow it all sounds natural when it comes to sports cars. What is not standard on Audi S8, is in the version of his cabin. Since then zapava platform model A8, it is only logical to keep the form and model of the body - if it remained S8 type 4-door limousine!

Over the years, S8 models most widely validated model, known as the Audi S8 5,2 FSI quattro, but its production ceased in 2009. However, do not stop to multiply versions of this sporty model S8, offering a wide variety of user options and versions of the engine.

In 2012. market realize now the third generation of the A8 and and thus its sporty, best known as the Audi S8 4.0 TF SI quattro. The characteristics of the S8 for the 2012th TFSI include 8-cylinder biturbo engine with 4.0 liter displacement and 512 horsepower output, which allows Audi S8 to accelerate from 0 to 100 km for 4.2 seconds!

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2012 Audi S8 with V8 power and turbo - "just" 520 hp

2012 Audi S8 4.0 V10

There was a "hot" version of the flagship Audi, designated the Audi S8.

Now the latest version of the standard Audi A8 offers very high power, 372 hp V8 engine volume 4.2 liters. With this large saloon can accelerate from standstill to 100 km / h in 5.7 seconds.

"Hot" S8 is naturally even better dynamic performance. Audi S8 will be sold this year, with a V8 petrol turbo 4.0-liter.

Although this unit is less than the installed version of the current Audi S8 (V10 with 5.2 liters displacement), its output will be higher and the new Audi S8 has 520 hp So far not revealed the dynamic characteristics of S8, but is expected to accelerate from standstill to 100 km / h in around 4 seconds.

The new generation Audi S8 is placed on the market in 2012 priced from just over € 70,000.

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Audi S8 Superior Grey Edition by Anderson Germany

Audi S8 Superior Grey Edition by Anderson Germany

Just like wine are nicer and maturing, and some cars have become more exclusive with age. Such is the case with nostalgic Audi S8 (D3), one of the few limousines brand with V10-engine under the hood, which stopped producing two years ago.

Tuners from Anderson Germany have found a way to bring back interest in the old saloon with a new tuning program. The package says Superior Grey Edition and received a 5.2-liter V10-engine with 445 hp by Lamborghini. Tuners are reprogrammed electronics and optimized exhaust system, the end result is a power increase of 57 hp.

Outside, the car has received matovosiv color grille carbon fiber full body kit with LED lights, fenders with vents for cooling, carbon fiber mirrors and glossy black wheels with size 22 inches wrapped in tires Hankook Ventus S1 evo2.

The interior can be seen many carbon fiber and upholstered in quilted leather and Alcantara.

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Here is the latest 2012 Audi S8

2012 Audi S8

The engine has a system of direct fuel injection, has a displacement of 4.0 liters and a maximum output of 520 hp So the new Audi S8 will be shifted into the gap between the BMW series with the seventh power of 507 hp Alpina of the powerful 604 hp Mercedes-Benz S65 by AMG.

As is known, the models of Bentley engine with eight cylinders will be made in two versions - with one or two turbines. In the first case, the power is 415 hp and 555 hp in the second Now the British brand offers models with two engines - a mainstream family cars from Continental is a bi-turbo W12, and the flagship Mulsanne is a modernized classic V8 with cylinder capacity of 6.75 liters and power 505 hp.

The previous version of the Audi S8 is having an engine capacity 5.2 liters and 10 cylinders, the supercar Lamborghini Gallardo. For Audi model, however, the engine power was reduced from 520 hp Audi S8 has a 450 hp.

However, nearly two tons heavy car accelerates from standstill to 100 km / h in 5.1 seconds. The maximum speed is now current Audi S8 is electronically limited to 250 km/h. Audi S8 e quattro system with an automatic transmission and 6 degrees.

What will be the future of dynamic performance S8 and what transmission the car will still not known.

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Audi S8 takes biturbo engine of Bentley

Audi S8 5.2 FSI Quattro

The most powerful limousine Audi - S8, will be equipped with a 4-liter petrol engine with two turbines with a capacity of 520 hp and direct fuel injection, a German manufacturer developed with Bentley.

Thus future Audi S8 will occupy a niche between the "week" of the BMW 507 with Alpina horse studio and S class Mercedes AMG with 544 horse.

For models of Bentley this engine will be available in two versions - one with a turbo RETs. In the first case, the unit will power is 415 horses and 555 horses in the second. Former Audi S8 sedan was a 5.2-liter 10-cylinder engine of the Lamborghini Gallardo, as a representative drive the horses were reduced from 520 to 450. This is will be a new generation Audi S8.

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Audi S8 ABT Tuning

Audi S8 ABT Tuning

Weighing 2 tons car accelerates from standstill to 100 km / h in just four seconds.

Tuners from ABT Sportsline presented tuning kit for the flagship Audi - S8. By custom luxury sedan was named ABT AS8, and also receives a custom simple optical power and considerable reworking.

Tuners have been able to set up 4.0-liter TFSI engine of the Audi S8 to generate 620 hp and 780 Nm. It comes standard 520 hp and 650 Nm.

Due to the increased power and torque, weighing nearly two tons saloon accelerates from standstill to 100 km / h in just four seconds. Acceleration from 60 to 100 km / h takes 2.8 seconds, and that from 80 to 120 km / h - 3.5 seconds. Speed ​​of 200 km / h is achieved in less than 13 seconds and the maximum speed of the ABT AS8 reaches 290 km / hour.

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This is the 2011 Audi S8

2011 Audi S8

It has become clear that the Frankfurt Motor Show Audi will present a number of S-models, we met with the details of the S6, S6 Avant and S7 Sportback, but now it's time to see the new generation of the Audi S8.

And this German company car is powered by the new 4.0-liter TFSI V8 engine, but because it is the top model of the family, "S", its power is increased to 520 hp and maximum torque reaches 650Nm. and is available in the range 1700-5500 rev / min.

Furthermore, the unit of the Audi S8 is combined with seven double-clutch transmission, and with eight-speed automatic transmitting drive to all four wheels through a system Quattro. Despite his great weight from those of S6 and S7 Sportback, S8 increased productivity allows luxury sedan to accelerate from 0-100 km / h for 4.2 sec., which is respectively 0.6 and 0.7 sec. faster than the other two models.

Average fuel consumption in the Audi S8 is 2.13 l/100 km., Which is 23% less than that of his predecessor. It is achieved by mounting a country / stop system and technology for off half the cylinders under low load. To enhance driving pleasure and comfort, engineers have equipped the car with specially tuned air suspension for him, which is an adaptive variable suspension of three positions.

Furthermore, there are powerful brakes with 400 mm. ventilated discs, and optionally available carbon ceramic brakes. Otherwise visually immediately understood that belongs to Audi S8 S-models of the brand, the stylish body kit, big 20-inch wheels and sporty interior.

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