Audi A8 D3 3.0 TDI V6 quattro Sedan
171 kW232 PS229 hp450 Nm2002–2010
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- Power
- 171 kW 232 PS · 229 hp
- Torque
- 450 Nm 332 lb-ft
- 0–100 km/h
- 7.8 s
- Top speed
- 243 km/h
The Audi A8 D3 3.0 TDI V6 quattro produces 171 kW (232 PS) and 450 Nm of torque from a 3.0-litre six-cylinder diesel engine and comes as a sedan. The A8 D3 3.0 TDI V6 quattro has all-wheel drive.
Of the 2 diesel versions in the A8 D3 line-up, the A8 D3 3.0 TDI V6 quattro is the entry diesel version - the 4.1 4.2 TDI V8 quattro (240 kW) delivers 40% more. In figures, it sprints from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.8 s and tops out at 243 km/h.
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Engine
| Fuel | Diesel |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,967 cm³ 3.0 l · 181 cu in |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Power | 171 kW 232 PS · 229 hp |
| Torque | 450 Nm 332 lb-ft |
| Drive | All-wheel drive |
Performance
| 0–100 km/h | 7.8 s 0–62 mph |
|---|---|
| Top speed | 243 km/h 151 mph |
Production
| Body type | Sedan |
|---|---|
| Years | 2002–2010 |
| Generation | A8 D3 (2002–2010) |
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