Petrol and diesel engines have remained the same, so drive performance is unchanged
The large luxury saloon Audi A8 is one of the best in class with its sport drive dynamics and ultra-lavish interior. Other German luxury saloons including BMW 7 Series and Mercedes S class have also evolved over the years to keep competition tough in this segment of opulent cars. To stand out among rivals Audi keeps its look similar to smaller siblings.
At the same time, this quality makes it less appealing. This vehicle has been built upon a lightweight aluminium chassis, so its agility, sharp handling, and fuel efficiency are always great. All-wheel-drive configuration is standard for the Audi A8, so you do not need to worry about road grip or traction.
Last year, the car received an update, so its look has become different from the earlier model. The front lamps, grill, and OLED rear lights make the new model stand out. Not only the exterior but also the cabin of the car has been updated to complete the facelift.
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The steering wheel has been redesigned, and the software of the screens has been updated. Petrol and diesel engines have remained the same, so drive performance is unchanged. The all-electric range of the plug-in hybrid model of the car has increased to 30 miles and is now also available with the S-line sport trim package.
Advanced technology and innovative features have made it competitive in the upscale luxury saloon class. Three different trim packages are offered. These trims offer different sets of features. Standard features cover most of your modern-day needs, but you can still choose from higher-trim packages to enhance the driving experience.
The exterior chrome trim is replaced with black stuff
The 18-inch wheels and chrome touches on the exterior are for the entry-level sport trim of the
Audi A8. Other standard features for the car include LED lights and air suspension for a high-quality ride experience. The S line is the next-level trim, which offers bigger 20-inch alloy wheels and a grill with a dominant black look.
Double-glazed window panes, privacy glass for the rear windows, and special leather upholstery complete the package. Audi A8 reconditioned engines are offered with a surety of performance. These extra features make the saloon plush in look and feel, so buyers should go for it.
The Black Edition is the top-of-the-range trim. As the name denotes, you will find black dominating in this trim. The exterior's chrome trim is replaced with black stuff, so you can easily identify the highest trim model of the Audi A8. The alloys for this model are silver and black. In this way, the all-black look of the vehicle has been achieved with the Black Edition.
The Audi S8 is a performance-based model to satisfy keen drivers and their desire for extremely quick speeds. The simple but elegant body of the car may not suggest that it has the most advanced and innovative tech inside, but once you get in, you will be impressed for sure.
A broad front grill with four circles and a bonnet with a couple of lines make it look subdued, but once occupying the driving seat, you will notice a sportier drive experience. Audi in the coming years may focus on the exterior of the car to match the under-skin excellence of the plush saloon.
The lightweight chassis of the car helps it
It is a big car with a powerful engine, so the running costs cannot be low. Any upmarket saloon will have a similar cost of running. The fuel economy is good, and the plug-in hybrid model is also present to prove greener. Running cost does not depend solely on fuel economy, but service interval and maintenance are also included.
Steel, carbon fibre and magnesium have been used to reduce the weight of the saloon. Buy second-hand Audi A8 engines for sale after a complete inspection. This lightweight chassis of the car helps it achieve sportier performance. The inclusion of technology and equipment does not allow the car to reduce weight, but it has increased 95 Kg.
With 50 TDI engines having 282 horsepower, they return an average of 40.4 mpg. The carbon emission figure remains between 187 g/km and 197 g/km. It keeps road tax at a low rate. The petrol engine range has a 55 TFSI engine, which is a 3.0-litre power unit and returns 30.1 mpg.
The emission figure of the engine ranges from 206 g/km to 226 g/km. With bigger engines, fuel economy suffers and carbon emissions increase further. Standard eighteen-inch wheels are the most suitable for good fuel economy and emission figures.
The hybrid model gives you excellent fuel economy
The
plug-in hybrid model has a V6 petrol engine. This model of the Audi A8 has been badged as 60 TFSI e and also has a 14.1 kWh electric motor. The driving range without putting the petrol engine to work is 30 miles. For daily commuting, this range seems enough. The hybrid model gives you excellent fuel economy, and the navigation system tells you the most economical mix of power to reach the destination.
To get the battery fully charged, only 2.5 hours are required, so you can easily come back 30 miles after spending time in the office. A reduction in emissions also reduces annual road tax. The combined fuel economy of the 60 TFSI e model of Audi A8 is 156.9 mpg and carbon emissions are reduced to 40-44 g/km. The warranty period is three years, just like other Audi cars. It can be extended to four or five years by paying additional money.
