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Audi A8 Base (2010) price & specs
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Overview
The 2010 Audi A8 Base is a four-wheel drive, 4-door Sedan that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970 classified as a D3. The Audi A8 is regarded as a Luxury built in Germany with prices starting at $158,600 before on-road costs.
This Audi A8 is powered by a 3.1L 6-cylinder engine that has 191 kW of power (at 6500 rpm) and 330 Nm of torque (at 3250 rpm) via a Six-speed Automatic transmission. Audi claims the A8 Base uses 10.9L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 259g of CO2. It has a 90L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 826km per full tank
The Audi A8 measures 1444mm (56.9 inches) in height, 5051mm (198.9 inches) in length, 1894mm (74.6 inches) in width with a 2944mm (115.9 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1770kg (3902.2 lbs) of unladen weight. The A8 Base comes standard with 255/45 R18 front tyres and 255/45 R18 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
107.91 - 144.38 kW/t
88.49 kW/t
204.87 kW/t
Boot Space
500 litres
315 litres
560 litres
Fuel Efficiency
9.4 - 10.9 L/100km
6.8 L/100km
15.8 L/100km
Vehicle Range
826 - 957 km
510 km
1,286 km
Price
$158,600 - $220,900
$158,600
$1,355,000
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
4 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
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Dimensions
5,051 mm
1,894 mm
1,444 mm
| 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 |
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Emission Control Level
Australia Air Pollution Rating: 5.0
Australia Greenhouse Rating: 5.0
Australia Overall Emission Control Level Rating: 3.0
CO2 Level (Combined): 259
Engine
Bore Engine: 84.5
Engine (cc): 3123
Engine Configuration: V
Engine (L): 3.1
Number of Cylinders: 6
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 92.8
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 23.8
Main Capacity (L): 90
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 19.8
Main Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Location: ?
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 826
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 513
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 9.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 10.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 26
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 22
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 12.8
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 7.8
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 36
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 30
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 6.3
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 16.0
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 18
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 15
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 10.9
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 7.7
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 260
Maximum Power (kW): 191
Maximum Torque (Nm): 330
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3250
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Centre
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Electric Adjustment: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: air
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Multi-Link
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: air
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Wishbone
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension Levelling
Location: Front
Front Operation: Automatic
Location: Rear
Rear Operation: Automatic
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 255
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 255
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Local Body Type: Sedan
Platform Code: MLB
Spoiler
Location: Boot/Hatch
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 17.7
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 500
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 64.1
Front Track (mm): 1629
Overall Height (in): 56.9
Overall Height (mm): 1444
Overall Length (in): 198.9
Overall Length (mm): 5051
Overall Width (in): 74.6
Overall Width (mm): 1894
Rear Track (in): 63.6
Rear Track (mm): 1615
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 39.7
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 12100
Wheelbase (in): 115.9
Wheelbase (mm): 2944
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.0
Front Headroom (mm): 990
Rear Headroom (in): 38.5
Rear Headroom (mm): 978
Front Hip Room (in): 59.1
Front Hip Room (mm): 1500
Rear Hip Room (in): 57.5
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1460
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Bi-Xenon
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Metallic
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Sunshade: yes
Front Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Blind
Location: Rear
Rear Blind Type: Electric
Location: Side
Side Blind Type: Manual
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Electrically Foldable Mirrors
Operation: Electric
Heat Reflective Glass
Location: ?
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2300
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 5071
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2370
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5225
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1770
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3902
Audio System
Brand Name: Bose
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 6
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Glove Box Capacity: 6
Location: Glove Box
Glove Box Media Type: CD
External Connections
iPod Connection (Front): yes
MP3 Devices Connection: yes
WMA Devices Connection: yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 9
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Bluetooth
Type: Bluetooth
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Number of Memorised Driver Seat Positions: 5
Number of Memorised Passenger Seat Positions: 5
Wheel Position: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Memory Steering Wheel Position: yes
Includes Radio Settings: yes
Type: Automatic
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Includes Voice Memo Notepad: yes
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Wood Or Woodlook
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Active: yes
Front Seats Electric Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 5
Driver Front Seat Thigh Support: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 5
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
CFC Free Liquid Aircon: yes
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Rear Outlet: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Anti-Lift: yes
Power Locks
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
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