Audi A8 D3 4.2 TDI V8 quattro Sedan
240 kW326 PS322 hp650 Nm2002–2010
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- Power
- 240 kW 326 PS · 322 hp
- Torque
- 650 Nm 479 lb-ft
- 0–100 km/h
- 5.9 s
- Displacement
- 4,134 cm³
Built 2002–2010, the Audi A8 D3 4.1 4.2 TDI V8 quattro sedan develops 240 kW (326 PS) and 650 Nm of torque from a 4.1-litre eight-cylinder diesel engine. The A8 D3 4.1 4.2 TDI V8 quattro has all-wheel drive.
No other diesel version of the A8 D3 matches its output among 2 diesel versions - that is 40% more than the entry 3.0 TDI V6 quattro (171 kW). The A8 D3 4.1 4.2 TDI V8 quattro is also the strongest on torque (650 Nm). The car needs 5.9 s to reach 100 km/h.
A8 D3 4.1 4.2 TDI V8 quattro: measurable strengths
- Most powerful diesel version of the A8 D3: 240 kW (326 PS)
- Most torque in the range: 650 Nm
- Sports-car acceleration: 0–100 km/h in 5.9 s
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Engine
| Fuel | Diesel |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 4,134 cm³ 4.1 l · 252 cu in |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Power | 240 kW 326 PS · 322 hp |
| Torque | 650 Nm 479 lb-ft |
| Drive | All-wheel drive |
Performance
| 0–100 km/h | 5.9 s 0–62 mph |
|---|
Production
| Body type | Sedan |
|---|---|
| Years | 2002–2010 |
| Generation | A8 D3 (2002–2010) |
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