Adopts World's First Matrix LED Headlights

The "A8," which debuted in 2010 as Audi's top-tier sedan, has undergone a minor change after three years.

The "The Art of Progress" concept of the A8 is carried over to the new model. The Singleframe grille features a more sculpted design, and the bonnet design has also been altered. With lines drawn on each side, it achieves a simple yet powerful body line.

Matrix LED Headlight

Audi A8 L W12 quattro

The new model's body dimensions are identical to the previous generation: 5,140mm in length, 1,950mm in width, and 1,460mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,990mm. A long-wheelbase model, the "A8 L," which is 130mm longer, is also available. The chassis continues to utilize Audi's aluminum Space Frame (ASF) structure, with the frame alone weighing a mere 231kg.

The highlight of the new A8 is undoubtedly the world's first glare-free high beam. The lighting system, named "Matrix LED," consists of LEDs for the low beam and a high beam unit composed of 25 small LEDs. During high beam operation, it senses oncoming and preceding vehicles using a camera and selectively illuminates or extinguishes individual LEDs to accurately illuminate the road without dazzling other drivers. Another notable change is the replacement of the traditional flashing turn signals with a sequential, flowing animation.

Cylinder Deactivation Technology Adopted for V8 and W12 Engines

The powertrain lineup includes a 3.0-liter V6 supercharged engine, a 4.0-liter V8 twin-turbo, a naturally aspirated 6.3-liter W12, and a hybrid combining a 2.0-liter inline-4 turbo with an electric motor. In addition to the V8, the W12 also features the Cylinder On Demand system (cylinder deactivation system).

This is combined with an 8-speed Tiptronic transmission andAudiAudi's proprietary "quattro" all-wheel-drive system (excluding the hybrid). Furthermore, standard equipment includes the "adaptive air suspension" for a sportier yet comfortable ride, the Audi parking system with park assist featuring a 360° display for automatic steering during parking, and the "Audi pre sense" safety system.

It also offers high comfort features such as the BOSE surround sound system and active noise cancellation, which reduces noise by emitting anti-phase sound from the speakers.

Prices range from 9.7 million yen for the entry-level "A8 Hybrid," 9.8 million yen for the "A8 3.0 TFSI quattro," 12.4 million yen for the "A8 4.0 TFSI quattro," 13.7 million yen for the "A8 L 4.0 TFSI quattro," 20.85 million yen for the "A8 L W12 quattro," and 16.2 million yen for the "S8."

Audi A8 3.0 TFSI quattro | Audi A8 3.0 TFSI quattro
Body | Length 5,145 x Width 1,950 x Height 1,465 mm
Wheelbase | 2,990 mm
Tread Front/Rear | 1,640 / 1,630 mm
Weight | 1,950 kg
Engine | 2,994 cc V6 DOHC Direct Injection Supercharger
Max Output | 228 kW (310 ps) / 5,500-6,500 rpm
Max Torque | 440 Nm (44.9 kgm) / 2,900-4,500 rpm
Transmission | 8-speed automatic (Tiptronic)
Drivetrain | 4WD
Suspension Front | 5-link air suspension
Suspension Rear | Trapezoidal air suspension
Tires Front/Rear | 255/45R19
Brakes Front/Rear | Ventilated disc / Ventilated disc
Fuel Economy (JC08 mode) | 10.4 km/ℓ
CO2 Emissions | 223 g/km
Trunk Capacity | 520 liters
Steering Wheel Position | Right/Left
Price | 9.8 million yen

Audi A8 hybrid | Audi A8 Hybrid
Body | Length 5,145 x Width 1,950 x Height 1,465 mm
Wheelbase | 2,990 mm
Tread Front/Rear | 1,640 / 1,630 mm
Weight | 1,930 kg
Engine | 1,984 cc Inline-4 DOHC Direct Injection Intercooled Turbo
Max Output | 155 kW (211 ps) / 4,300-6,000 rpm
Max Torque | 350 Nm (35.7 kgm) / 1,500-4,200 rpm
Motor Max Output | 40 kW (54 ps)
Motor Max Torque | 210 Nm (21.4 kgm)
Transmission | 8-speed automatic (Tiptronic)
Drivetrain | FF
Suspension Front | 5-link air suspension
Suspension Rear | Trapezoidal air suspension
Tires Front/Rear | 255/45R19
Brakes Front/Rear | Ventilated disc / Ventilated disc
Fuel Economy (JC08 mode) | 13.8 km/ℓ
CO2 Emissions | 168 g/km
Trunk Capacity | 335 liters
Steering Wheel Position | Right
Price | 9.7 million yen

Audi A8 4.0 TFSI quattro | Audi A8 4.0 TFSI quattro
Body | Length 5,145 x Width 1,950 x Height 1,465 mm
Wheelbase | 2,990 mm
Tread Front/Rear | 1,630 / 1,620 mm
Weight | 2,040 kg
Engine | 3,992 cc V8 DOHC Direct Injection Intercooled Twin-turbo
Max Output | 320 kW (435 ps) / 5,100-6,000 rpm
Max Torque | 600 Nm (61.2 kgm) / 1,500-5,000 rpm
Transmission | 8-speed automatic (Tiptronic)
Drivetrain | 4WD
Suspension Front | 5-link air suspension
Suspension Rear | Trapezoidal air suspension
Tires Front/Rear | 265/40R20
Brakes Front/Rear | Ventilated disc / Ventilated disc
Fuel Economy (JC08 mode) | 10.4 km/ℓ
CO2 Emissions | 223 g/km
Trunk Capacity | 520 liters
Steering Wheel Position | Right/Left
Price | 12.4 million yen

Audi A8 L 4.0 TFSI quattro | Audi A8 L 4.0 TFSI quattro
Body | Length 5,275 x Width 1,950 x Height 1,465 mm
Wheelbase | 3,120 mm
Tread Front/Rear | 1,640 / 1,630 mm
Weight | 2,130 kg
Engine | 3,992 cc V8 DOHC Direct Injection Intercooled Twin-turbo
Max Output | 320 kW (435 ps) / 5,100-6,000 rpm
Max Torque | 600 Nm (61.2 kgm) / 1,500-5,000 rpm
Transmission | 8-speed automatic (Tiptronic)
Drivetrain | 4WD
Suspension Front | 5-link air suspension
Suspension Rear | Trapezoidal air suspension
Tires Front/Rear | 255/45R19
Brakes Front/Rear | Ventilated disc / Ventilated disc
Fuel Economy (JC08 mode) | 9.9 km/ℓ
CO2 Emissions | 235 g/km
Trunk Capacity | 520 liters
Steering Wheel Position | Right/Left
Price | 13.7 million yen

Audi A8 L W12 | Audi A8 L W12
Body | Length 5,265 x Width 1,950 x Height 1,470 mm
Wheelbase | 3,120 mm
Tread Front/Rear | 1,645 / 1,635 mm
Weight | 2,200 kg
Engine | 6,398 cc W12 DOHC Direct Injection
Max Output | 368 kW (500 ps) / 6,200 rpm
Max Torque | 625 Nm (63.7 kgm) / 4,750 rpm
Transmission | 8-speed automatic (Tiptronic)
Drivetrain | 4WD
Suspension Front | 5-link air suspension
Suspension Rear | Trapezoidal air suspension
Tires Front/Rear | 255/45R19
Brakes Front/Rear | Ventilated disc / Ventilated disc
Trunk Capacity | 520 liters
Steering Wheel Position | Right/Left
Price | 20.85 million yen

Audi S8 | Audi S8
Body | Length 5,145 x Width 1,950 x Height 1,455 mm
Wheelbase | 2,995 mm
Tread Front/Rear | 1,635 / 1,625 mm
Weight | 2,080 kg
Engine | 3,992 cc V8 DOHC Direct Injection Intercooled Twin-turbo
Max Output | 382 kW (520 ps) / 5,800-6,400 rpm
Max Torque | 650 Nm (66.3 kgm) / 1,700-5,500 rpm
Transmission | 8-speed automatic (Tiptronic)
Drivetrain | 4WD
Suspension Front | 5-link air suspension
Suspension Rear | Trapezoidal air suspension
Tires Front/Rear | 265/35R21
Brakes Front/Rear | Ventilated disc / Ventilated disc
Trunk Capacity | 510 liters
Steering Wheel Position | Right/Left
Price | 16.2 million yen

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