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Audi A8
The new Audi A8 is a Luxury offered in a 4D Sedan body style. Available in Australia from $216,284 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $236,284 for the Base.
There is 1 variant of the A8 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in July of 2024.
The Audi A8 is only available with an diesel motor that produces 210kW and 600Nm of torque. All variants feature four-wheel drive.
The new 2024 A8 is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
Retail Price
$216,284 - $236,284†
Transmission
8-speed auto
Driven Wheels
4x4
Fuel Type
Diesel
Body Types
Sedan
Powertrain Type
4x4
Retail Price
$216,284 - $236,284†
Transmission
8-speed auto
Driven Wheels
4x4
Fuel Type
Diesel
Body Types
Sedan
Powertrain Type
4x4
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Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
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Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
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Audi A8
Available Variants
The Audi A8 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Base.
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Power to Weight
99.06 - 100.24 kW/t
98.88 kW/t
248.37 kW/t
Boot Space
505 litres
346 litres
610 litres
Fuel Efficiency
6.6 - 6.7 L/100km
2.6 L/100km
16.2 L/100km
Vehicle Range
1,224 - 1,242 km
556 km
3,077 km
Price
$216,284 - $236,284
$164,400
$670,500
Warranty (Years)
5 years
2 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Service Interval
12 months
12 months
24 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,690 - 2,700 kg
2,460 kg
3,250 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
2,300 kg
750 kg
2,300 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
124 mm
124 mm
148 mm
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Audi A8
Dimensions
5,172 mm
1,945 mm
in mirror: 2,130 mm
in mirror: 2,130 mm
1,473 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,172 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,945 mm |
| Overall Width (Inc Mirror) | 2,130 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,473 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,998 mm |
| Load Capacity | 595 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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News
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Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Audi A8 is the Base that starts from $216,284.
See all Audi A8 PricingThe most expensive Audi A8 is the Base that starts from $236,284.
See all Audi A8 PricingThe best towing capacity of a Audi A8 is offered by the Base which can tow 2300 kg
See all Audi A8 towing capacityThe largest Audi A8 is the Base which measures 1945mm wide, 5302mm in length and sits 1488mm tall.
The most powerful Audi A8 is the Base which has 210kW of power from its 3.0L Turbo engine.
The Audi A8 is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Audi A8 is the Base which weighs 2700 kg (kerb weight).
The Audi A8 uses Diesel.
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