Audi A8 (D5 – 4th Generation)

The Audi A8 series is the luxury sedan model family from German automobile manufacturer Audi, positioned in the F-segment. The fourth generation, codenamed D5, introduced in 2017, received a facelift in 2021 with updates to its design details and digital technologies. The A8 series is offered in standard wheelbase (SWB), long wheelbase (LWB), plug-in hybrid (TFSI e), and performance-oriented S8 variants.

Design and Structural Features

Developed on the MLB Evo platform, the A8 series features exterior design elements such as a wide Singleframe grille, OLED rear lights, and Matrix HD LED headlight technology. Inside, the cabin includes a dual MMI Touch setup with 10.1-inch and 8.6-inch screens, a 12.3-inch Audi Virtual Cockpit Plus, and an optional rear seat entertainment system.

Body Types and Dimensions:

A8 SWB (Standard Wheelbase)

• Length: 5190 mm
• Width: 1945 mm
• Height: 1475 mm
• Wheelbase: 2998 mm
• Boot Volume: 505 litres

A8 L (Long Wheelbase)

• Length: 5320 mm
• Width: 1945 mm
• Height: 1488 mm
• Wheelbase: 3128 mm
• Boot Volume: 505 litres

S8

• Length: 5190 mm
• Width: 1945 mm
• Height: 1475 mm
• Wheelbase: 2998 mm
• Boot Volume: 505 litres

Audi A8 L Vehicle Dimensions (Audi)

Engine Options and Performance

Gasoline Engines (TFSI)

• 55 TFSI (3.0L V6) – 340 hp / 0-100 km/h: 5.6 s
• 60 TFSI (4.0L V8) – 460 hp / 0-100 km/h: 4.4 s
• • Transmission: 8-speed Tiptronic
  • Drive: quattro AWD

Plug-in Hybrid (TFSI e)

• 60 TFSI e quattro (3.0L TFSI + Electric Motor) – 462 hp
• • Electric Range: 59 km (WLTP)
  • Battery: 17.9 kWh
  • Charging Time: 2.5 hours (AC 7.4 kW)
  • 0-100 km/h: 4.9 s

Performance Variant (S8)

• S8 (4.0L V8 TFSI) – 571 hp / 800 Nm
• • 0-100 km/h: 3.8 s
  • Top Speed: 250 km/h (305 km/h with RS Dynamic package)
  • Mild-Hybrid system (48V) is standard

Audi S8 Model (Audi)

Equipment Levels

Standard Equipment (A8/S8)

• HD Matrix LED headlights
• OLED rear lights
• Audi Virtual Cockpit Plus
• MMI Navigation Plus
• Four-zone automatic climate control
• Electrically operated boot lid
• Heated front seats
• Audi Pre Sense 360°
• 19-inch alloy wheels (S8: 20-inch)

Optional Equipment

• Bang & Olufsen 3D Advanced sound system (1920 W, 23 speakers)
• Rear Seat Entertainment (rear seat entertainment screens)
• Comfort seats with massage function
• Head-Up Display
• Panoramic glass roof
• Adaptive air suspension (S8: Dynamic)
• Night Vision Assistant
• 21-22-inch alloy wheels
• 360° camera system and parking assistant

Audi A8 L Console Design (Audi)

Safety and Driver Assistance Systems

Standard Systems:

• Audi Pre Sense Front & Rear
• Lane Keeping Assistant
• Traffic Sign Recognition
• Driver Fatigue Detection

Optional Systems:

• Cross Traffic Alert
• Night Vision Assistant
• Adaptive Cruise Control (Stop&Go)
• Surround View System (360° camera)

Production and Market Position

The Audi A8 series is produced at Audi’s Neckarsulm facility in Germany. It is compared with the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, BMW 7 Series, and Lexus LS.