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2016 Audi A8
The new Audi A8 is a Luxury offered in a 4D Sedan body style. Available in Australia from $197,055 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $251,510 for the Base.
There is 1 variant of the A8 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in October of 2015.
Engine options include 4.1L turbo diesel common rail (283kW/850Nm) and 3.0L turbo diesel common rail (193kW/580Nm). All variants feature 8-speed automatic transmission. All variants feature four-wheel drive.
The new 2016 A8 is offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
Retail Price
$197,055 - $251,510†
Transmission
8-speed auto
Driven Wheels
4x4
Fuel Type
Diesel
Body Types
Sedan
Powertrain Type
4x4
Retail Price
$197,055 - $251,510†
Transmission
8-speed auto
Driven Wheels
4x4
Fuel Type
Diesel
Body Types
Sedan
Powertrain Type
4x4
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Audi A8
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
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
2016 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
98.72 - 133.81 kW/t
84.37 kW/t
216.04 kW/t
Boot Space
490 litres
335 litres
530 litres
Fuel Efficiency
5.9 - 7.4 L/100km
2.2 L/100km
14.6 L/100km
Vehicle Range
1,216 - 1,525 km
625 km
1,592 km
Price
$197,055 - $251,510
$139,900
$733,386
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
4 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Service Interval
12 months
12 months
36 months
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Audi A8
Dimensions
5,135 mm
1,949 mm
1,460 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,135 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,949 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,460 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,992 mm |
| Load Capacity | 615 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Audi A8
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Audi A8 is the Base that starts from $197,055.
See all Audi A8 PricingThe most expensive Audi A8 is the Base that starts from $251,510.
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 1949mm wide, 5135mm in length and sits 1460mm tall.
The most powerful Audi A8 is the Base which has 283kW of power from its 4.1L Turbo Diesel Common Rail engine.
The Audi A8 is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Audi A8 is the Base which weighs 2705 kg (kerb weight).
The Audi A8 uses Diesel.
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