The Audi A8 (D2) and S8 produced from 1994 to 2002 were full-size luxury sedans. The first generation of the A8 was introduced in 1994 as a replacement for the V8-powered 3000S variant of the 100/200 series, with the D2 platform being shared across both models.
Audi A8 (D2)
- Length: 5,011 mm
- Width: 1,893 mm
- Height: 1,447 mm
- Wheelbase: 3,005 mm
- Engine:
- 4.0L V8 petrol (252 PS)
- 4.2L V8 petrol (282 PS from 1997 onwards)
- 3.7L V8 diesel (180 PS)
- Transmission: 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic
- Performance:
- 4.0L V8 petrol: 240 km/h, 0-100 km/h in 7.6 seconds
- 4.2L V8 petrol: 250 km/h, 0-100 km/h in 6.9 seconds
- 3.7L V8 diesel: 220 km/h, 0-100 km/h in 10.5 seconds
- Features:
- Leather upholstery and wood trim as standard
- 18-inch alloy wheels (optionally available)
- Rear air suspension for improved ride comfort
Audi S8
- Length: 5,011 mm
- Width: 1,893 mm
- Wheelbase: 3,005 mm
- Engine:
- 4.2L V8 petrol (340 PS) with dual air intake
- Transmission: 6-speed manual or 4-speed automatic
- Performance:
- 0-100 km/h in 5.7 seconds
- Top speed electronically limited to 250 km/h
Common features across both models
- Aluminum chassis for improved strength-to-weight ratio
- Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
- Driver and passenger airbags
- Traction control (optional)
- Electronic stability program (ESP)
The Audi A8 D2 and S8 gained a reputation for their performance, comfort, and luxury. The S8 was particularly notable for its exceptional acceleration and agility, making it one of the most capable executive sedans of its time.
