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2003 Audi A8 Review on Justa8cars
There is a feeling of luxury in the new Audi A8 saloon, the intelligent build in aluminium combined with a Quattro four-wheel drive really add to the great standard equipment. All this helps to take the focus off the rather plain exterior and feature the expected excellent build quality.
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2008 Audi A8 Review on Justa8cars
The experts at TheCarConnection.com have read some of the best reviews on the Web of the 2008 Audi A8 while putting together this extensive review. TheCarConnection.com’s editors have driven the Audi A8 and are able to bring you their opinion to help compare it to the competing luxury sedans.
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2009 Audi A8 Review on Justa8cars
At TheCarConnection.com, experts have read the best reviews on the Web to bring you a comprehensive summary of comments regarding the 2009 Audi A8 and A8L. With its own editors’ expert opinions added to the mix, TheCarConnection.com is able to offer you the best possible information on purchasing a new 2009 Audi A8.
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2011 Audi A8 Review on Justa8cars
TheCarConnection.com’s editors have written this preview of the 2011 Audi A8 from press information and from a preview of the new sedan in late 2009. Editors will update this with a hands-on road test when test vehicles become available.Change is coming to Germany--more precisely, to Ingolstadt--as Audi prepares to launch the fourth generation of its flagship A8 sedan. The 2011 A8 hits showrooms late next year, with a new set of aluminum body panels, a broad spectrum of drivetrain choices, and a new MMI system that goes the iPhone route for fingertip navigation. With a base price of about $75,000 and a top price over $100,000, the new Audi A8 competes with the BMW 7-Series and Mercedes-Benz S-Class, and will have the 2011 Jaguar XJ and Lexus LS also in its sights--and, Audi hopes, will vault its name and its four-ringed logo forever into the elite ranks of luxury sedans.The 2011 Audi A8 will come in two flavors, the shorter of which--dubbed "Normal Wheel Base (NWB)"--was unveiled in November 2009 in Miami. The long-wheelbase version will be revealed next year. The new look is all high-tech and sleekness, with bright full-LED headlights giving a dramatic accent to the car’s front end and LED taillights at the rear end. The flowing lines and smooth surfaces reflect the car’s mechanical goals as much as its aesthetic. Drag is low at just 0.26 coefficient of drag, roughly equivalent to that of the Toyota Prius--quite a feat for a large luxury sedan. Inside, the cabin’s been upgraded with wood, leather, aluminum and plastic trim, a sueded headliner and rich colors. The shifter is patterned after a yacht throttle, and all the A8’s controls have been styled and finished for a dramatic, tailored appearance. A note of whimsy--the pop-up Bang & Olufsen speakers that mushroom up in the corners of the dash.From launch, American versions of the 2011 A8 will be powered by a direct-injection V-8 engine. The 4.2-liter engines is rated at 372 horsepower, and Audi promises that it will push the A8 to 60 mph in 5.7 seconds, to a top speed of 155 mph (limited electronically). In other markets, Audi will offer a six-cylinder gas or diesel engines, and a diesel V-8, any of which may eventually come to the U.S. A hybrid edition is planned, likely for the 2012 or 2013 A8. With high compression (12.5:1), variable cams, low internal friction, and special oil pumps, the 4.2-liter V-8 should get 15 percent better fuel economy than today’s car. The sole transmission is an 8-speed automatic with Tiptronic controls, teamed to Audi’s hallmark quattro all-wheel-drive system. Drive Select is also standard; it allows the driver to choose settings for suspension and ride, steering feel, transmission shifts and throttle feel. Audi will make an electronic limited-slip differential available; it will vary torque sent to left and right rear wheels, to help the A8 corner more effectively. An adjustable air suspension will be offered.Targeting the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and BMW 7-Series, the Audi A8 has grown in many ways. Still, light weight is a linchpin of its aluminum space frame design. Accordingly, Audi says the car is about 50-200 pounds lighter than the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and 200-400 pounds lighter than the BMW 7-Series, depending on whether the cars are fitted with two-wheel- or all-wheel-drive systems. Unmentioned is the largely aluminum 2011 Jaguar XJ, however, which presumably comes in as light as or lighter than the A8.At 202.0 inches long in short-wheelbase form, the Audi A8 has a wheelbase of 117.8 inches, sits 76.7 inches wide and 57.5 inches high. Audi says the A8 thus outranks its primary competitors in size, in most dimensions--save for the Benz S-Class, which is only sold in the U.S. in long-wheelbase form, and the BMW 7-Series, which even in short-wheelbase form has a longer wheelbase than the junior A8. The extra space has been dedicated to passengers, with more shoulder and head room than before, and opulent amounts of leg room in the back seat. Seating comfort will be a focus: 12-way front power seats are standard, while 22-way adjustable seats with ventilation and massage functions can be fitted. Trunk space is 18 cubic feet, with a pass-through for skis into the rear cabin.There’s every reason to believe the 2011 Audi A8 will carry the safety standard for the brand, with side and curtain airbags for front and rear passengers, anti-lock brakes, traction and stability control, and a host of new systems that take safety to the next vanguard. A Braking Guard system clamps down if it senses an accident is about to happen, to warn the driver; another automatic emergency braking system will apply full braking if the lane-departure warning and adaptive cruise control systems determine a crash is imminent. Night vision is also fitted.With standard features by the dozens, the 2011 Audi A8 will have few options to choose. All A8s will come with a leather interior, all power features, DVD navigation, Bose audio, satellite radio, and the V-8/all-wheel-drivetrain. The A8 will be the first Audi to use a new interface that allows drivers to use their fingertips to direct the Multi-Media Interface--a la the iPhone (or the Palm Pilot, for the oldsters in the audience). It recognizes alphabets from English to Mandarin to Cyrillic. Audi still supplies redundant audio and climate controls, and for a third way of operation, keeps the MMI’s control knob on the center console. A lot of real estate--maybe too much--is devoted to knobs and buttons. Among the A8’s options: a rear-seat entertainment system with its own 20GB hard drive and DVD player, and a Bang & Olufsen 1400-watt audio system with 19 speakers and 19 channels of sound.The 2011 A8 will arrive late in 2010 in the U.S. Pricing hasn’t yet been released; Audi says it will be in the same range as today’s car, which puts its base price at about $75,000. Long-wheelbase cars with all the options will easily exceed $100,000.
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2010 Audi A8 Review on Justa8cars
TheCarConnection’s editors have driven the latest Audi A8 to deliver firsthand driving impressions, along with a comparison of the A8 to other full-size luxury sedans. TheCarConnection also compiles a full review of quotes and opinions from other respected Web sources, to bring you a comprehensive guide to the A8.The 2010 Audi A8 is Audi’s largest luxury sedan, and it’s available for a final year in its current body style. A major redesign is coming for the 2011 model year, and will bring with it new V-8 engines, both gas and diesel, as well as a much more sophisticated interior with touchpad technology for audio and communications systems. In its current body style, the A8 comes in a single powertrain combination, with a V-8 engine, automatic transmission, and all-wheel drive-though it’s sold in standard and extended-length body styles. With a base price of $75,000, the A8 competes with the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, BMW 7-Series, Lexus LS range, and the new Jaguar XJ.It’s long, and it’s lithe, but the 2010 Audi A8’s exterior shape is somewhat forgettable. It predates the era of Bangle-designed BMWs and follow-up Benzes that turned Germany’s automakers into purveyors of style-and it’s outshaped by the lovely new 2011 Jaguar XJ, which renders all these cars in somber shades of grey. The A8 doesn’t suffer for its sedate looks, and the large Audi grille up front has begun to grow on TheCarConnection.com’s editors-if only on large vehicles that can handle its overbearing size. Elsewhere, the cues echo those of older Audis-the gentle downward drape of the roofline, squared-off tail lamps, and discreetly creased fenders. The A8’s interior reads exceptionally clean and simplified, thanks to the Multi-Media Interface (MMI), which brings a single tactile controller to access a range of audio, climate-control, and navigation functions. Fewer buttons collect on the A8’s dash and armrests, and high-dollar finishes add more than a veneer of rich look and feel. Audi’s interiors have always looked a bit brighter and friendlier than other German sedans, and even at its advanced automotive age, the A8’s cockpit shines.Performance has been an asset of the Audi A8 since its current form took shape in the early 2000s. Drivers will enjoy its V-8 whir and the subtle shifts of its six-speed automatic transmission-though in this final year, the high-performance S8 and the 12-cylinder versions have been dropped from the U.S. product lineup. Soldiering on is the 350-horsepower, 4.2-liter V-8, which has plenty of muscle for the lighter, more agile, aluminum-frame A8. The lightweight body contributes to its energetic feel, giving the biggest Audio less baggage to carry around and lending it a nimble overall handling and steering feel, particularly for its class. It simply handles sharp curves better than most other large sedans its size, due to weight savings and the confidence its naturally weighted steering and all-weather traction bring. Ride quality is another high point, with the A8’s air suspension delivering a well-balanced ride that’s far from springy or tight. Fuel economy is rated at 16/23 mpg, a mild surprise in this class.Passenger comfort is a strong suit of the latest big Audi. The 2010 A8 sports some of the most comfortable front seats in any vehicle at any price. The multi-adjustable chairs are large enough for big adults, for instance. They’re firm enough to hold front passengers in place during brisk driving maneuvers, yet superbly cushioned for long-haul drives. The backseat in the standard-wheelbase model is more than spacious enough for average-size adults; the extended-wheelbase A8 L offers near-limousine legroom to please even the longest-limbed passengers. Trunk space is good for the class, and the quality of the interior is exceptionally high even in the class, with soft-touch surfaces, tightly fitted trim pieces, a sueded headliner, and custom wood trim among the highlights.Neither NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) nor the IIHS (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety) has crash-tested the 2010 A8. Its vast list of safety features earns TheCarConnection.com’s relatively high safety rating. That list includes dual front airbags; separate front and rear side airbags; side-curtain airbags; front knee airbags; front active head restraints; and electronic stability control. All-wheel drive is standard, as are LED daytime running lights. The older A8 does not lack for advanced safety features; an optional Technology Package includes a rearview camera, as well as lane-departure and blind-spot alert systems.The 2010 Audi A8 sports the expected, lengthy list of standard luxury and convenience features. Among them a navigation system is standard, as are heated front and rear seats, 19-inch wheels, a trunklid spoiler, and adaptive bi-xenon headlamps. Ventilated, massaging sport seats are standard on long-wheelbase A8 sedans and optional on the short-wheelbase car. A Sport Package brings big 20-inch polished alloy wheels, summer performance tires, the adaptive air suspension, and steering-wheel shift paddles. Other options include rear dual-zone climate controls, an awe-inspiring Bang & Olufsen sound system, a solar-powered ventilation system, and a power rear sunshade. Audi’s Multi-Media Interface (MMI) uses a roller wheel and buttons to provide control over audio, climate, and entertainment systems while leaving the driver’s eyes on the road. Compared to BMW’s iDrive or Mercedes-Benz’s COMAND, MMI is much easier for newbies to figure out, and TheCarConnection.com’s editors feel that it’s less distracting overall-particularly in the new software adopted for the 2010 model year.
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