Audi , A8 , D2 , A8 3.7 (1995-2002) Little Known Facts
- The Audi A8 was initially designed to be an aluminum-intensive bodyshell with a steel roof.
- The 3.7 liter V8 engine used in the A8 produced 275 horsepower and had a five-speed automatic transmission available.
- The car's "Dynamic Suspension System" was capable of raising or lowering the ride height by 4 cm to improve ground clearance.
- In 1998, Audi upgraded the 3.7 model with a new six-speed Tiptronic transmission.
- The A8 featured Audi's "Electronic Stability Program" (ESP) as an option from 2000 onwards.
- A 2.8 liter V6 turbocharged engine was also available for the A8 during this period, producing 193 horsepower.
- The car had a limited-slip differential on all wheel drive models to improve traction.
- Optional equipment included xenon headlights, a "Parktronic" parking system, and an optional rear-seat entertainment system.
- Audi offered an Alcantara headliner as an option for the interior of the A8.
- In 2000, Audi began offering an updated MMI infotainment system with a DVD player and a screen display.
- The car's seats were available in three different colors: black, beige, or a combination of both.
- The A8 had a total of eight airbags on board for improved safety features.
- In 1999, Audi introduced an updated interior trim design with new materials and color schemes.
- The car featured a "Servotronic" power steering system that provided increased assistance at low speeds.
- From 2001 onwards, the A8 had an optional adaptive cruise control feature available.
- Audi offered various paint finishes for the exterior of the A8, including metallic colors like "Audi silver" and "black".
- The car's bodyshell was made from a combination of aluminum and steel, with a high-strength steel chassis.
- In 2000, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) designated the Audi A8 as a Tier I emissions vehicle.
- An updated navigation system became available in the A8 starting from model year 2002.
- The car's "Climatronic" climate control system allowed for individual temperature settings for each passenger.
- From 1999 onwards, an upgraded engine computer was used to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions.
- Audi made various updates to the A8 during its production run to meet US safety regulations.
- The car's instrument cluster featured a digital speedometer and a large analog tachometer.
- In 2001, the European emission standards for diesel engines became more stringent, affecting some engine options in the A8.
- Audi offered different wheel designs for the A8, including split-rim wheels and alloy wheels with center caps.
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