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Audi , A8 , D2 , A8 2.8 (1994-) Little Known Facts

  1. The 1994 Audi A8 (D2) 2.8 was powered by a 2.8-liter V6 engine producing 174 horsepower.
  2. It featured a five-speed manual transmission as standard and a four-speed automatic as an option.
  3. The vehicle had a curb weight of around 1,730 kg (3,810 lbs).
  4. Its top speed was electronically limited to 155 km/h (96 mph) for safety reasons.
  5. The A8 2.8 came with a rear-wheel drive configuration and a self-locking differential as standard.
  6. It had a ground clearance of approximately 140 mm (5.5 in).
  7. The fuel tank capacity was around 80 liters (21 gallons), and the vehicle's range on a full tank varied depending on driving conditions but was estimated to be over 600 km (373 miles).
  8. The interior featured a digital instrument cluster, air conditioning, and an optional CD player.
  9. Audi specified a payload capacity of 375 kg (826 lbs) for the A8 2.8.
  10. It had a turning circle diameter of approximately 11.6 meters (38 ft) in urban conditions.
  11. The vehicle's dry weight without driver or fuel was around 1,570 kg (3,463 lbs).
  12. Its fuel consumption under European test cycles was estimated to be around 9.8 liters/100 km (29 mpg).
  13. The Audi A8 D2 platform had a wheelbase of approximately 2,800 mm (110 in), contributing to its stable and comfortable ride.
  14. It featured front disc brakes with ventilated discs measuring 300x24mm as standard and rear disc brakes with non-ventilated discs measuring 265x10mm.
  15. The vehicle's maximum towing weight was specified at around 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs).
  16. Its engine featured a compression ratio of 9.5:1 and utilized fuel injection technology.
  17. Audi offered an optional Tiptronic transmission for improved smoothness and responsiveness in urban driving conditions.
  18. The vehicle's standard tire size was 215/60R16, with some trim levels featuring larger tires to improve handling and stability at higher speeds.
  19. The A8 2.8 had a recommended service interval of every 15,000 km (9,320 miles) for the engine and transmission and every 30,000 km (18,640 miles) for brake pad replacement.
  20. It came with an optional driver information system that provided the driver with real-time data on fuel consumption, oil temperature, and other vital systems.
  21. Audi specified a maximum payload capacity of 175 kg (386 lbs) for the A8's trunk area when carrying passengers or luggage in addition to the recommended payload capacity of 375 kg (826 lbs).
  22. Its front suspension featured a MacPherson strut setup with telescopic dampers, while the rear featured a five-link design.
  23. The vehicle's minimum turning radius in urban conditions was approximately 5.3 meters (17.4 ft).
  24. It had an interior volume of around 2,600 liters (91.6 cu ft) for passenger space and luggage area combined.
  25. Audi recommended the use of unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 95 RON for optimal engine performance.
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