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2009 Audi A8
The new Audi A8 is a Luxury offered in a 4D Sedan body style. Available in Australia from $159,900 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $220,900 for the Base.
There is 1 variant of the A8 available in Australia.
Engine options include 4.2L multi-point injection (257kW/440Nm), 4.1L turbo diesel common rail (240kW/650Nm) and 3.1L petrol direct injection (191kW/330Nm). All variants feature 6-speed automatic transmission. All variants feature four-wheel drive.
The new 2008 A8 is offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
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Audi A8
Audi A8
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Audi A8
Dimensions
5,051 mm
1,894 mm
1,444 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,051 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,894 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,444 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,944 mm |
| Load Capacity | 600 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Audi A8 is the Base that starts from $159,900.
See all Audi A8 PricingThe most expensive Audi A8 is the Base that starts from $220,900.
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 1894mm wide, 5062mm in length and sits 1444mm tall.
The most powerful Audi A8 is the Base which has 257kW of power from its 4.2L Multi-Point Injection engine.
The Audi A8 is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Audi A8 is the Base which weighs 2545 kg (kerb weight).
The Audi A8 may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel or Premium Unleaded.
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