2007 Audi S8
Its predecessor was already a luxury sport sedan with an exceptional individual. The new Audi S8, launched in mid 2006, is expected to continue this legacy and develop further, with the aim of establishing new standards in its class.
Sportsmanship was found in the genes of all Audi models. In the case of the S models, but it is a declared principle, combined with the comfort, beauty, elegance and uncompromising quality. Audi S8, born fascinated by technology, which combines all these features to produce passion and superiority.
The Audi S8 is equipped with a new V10 engine that capitalizes on the expertise of the Lamborghini Gallardo super sports car. This ten – cylinder engine hp at 7,000 rpm and 540 Nm of torque 450 – made available to only 3,500 rpm – with a capacity of 5.2 liters. As in the Le Mans winning R8, the race’s most successful car in the world, FSI gasoline direct injection assures superior power in the Audi S8. This luxury sedan runs 0 to 100 km/h in 5.1 seconds and is electronically limited to 155 mph.
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Audi S8 is equipped with a new V10 engine that exploits the expertise of the Lamborghini Gallardo super sports car. This ten – cylinder engine delivers 450 hp at 7,000 rpm and 540 Nm of torque – the latter are only 3,500 rpm – with a capacity of 5.2 liters. As in the Le Mans winning R8, the car racing’s most successful in the world, FSI gasoline direct injection assures superior efficacy in the Audi S8. This luxury saloon sprints from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.1 seconds and is electronically limited to 155 km/h.
The four possible combinations of colors – silver/black, paranut brown/black, silver/gray and gray/brown paranut – underline the sporty atmosphere of luxury, the colors for the seat of the middle section is different from the side sections and head restraints. The cap is black with a range of interior color combinations, but the characteristic “S” silver interior is also available.
Almost all combinations of interior colors are offered for the Audi A8 can be ordered. Additional information about the interior distinguish high – end sports model of the A8.
The cover polished versions are adorned with S8 emblems, and the inlays are in brushed aluminum and carbon. The sporty three – spoke multifunction leather steering wheel with S logo with contrast stitching and gearshift paddles on aluminum design. Leather look trim and aluminum are used for the selection lever, hand brake and the aerators also looking aluminum finish. The needles of the clock are white, their scales of gray and their numbers in cursive feature S.
Engine
New V10 with FSI technology from the world of motor racing
For the first time in its history, the brand presents 10:00 cylinder Audi, the S8 – V10. The ten – cylinder engine is also synonymous with dynamic power of the model built Gallardo Italian super sports car brand Lamborghini, a subsidiary of Audi. S8 also has FSI direct injection. This combination of hours and the ten – cylinder Audi FSI technology offers a unique position in the market.
A ten – cylinder engine is the ideal power plant for the production of sporting aspirations. It has the advantage over a comparable twelve – cylinder unit of fewer components, reducing the moving masses and less internal friction, the fuel is used very efficiently. The V10 is also much lighter and more compact than a conventional 12 – cylinder engine – including all additional components, the engine of the Audi S8 is only 685 mm long, 801 mm wide and 713 mm in height. The bare engine measures 560 mm in length.
Although an eight – cylinder engine is more compact, making it the five – liter class, it would require large, heavy pistons and connecting rods, so its ability to rev freely would be impaired as a result. It is no coincidence that many competitors have generally concentrated only on high torque with their large capacity V8 engines, rather than attempting to squeeze sporty performance from them too. The 450 bhp V10 in the Audi S8 is the next generation of Audi V engines, all with an angle of 90 degrees and a distance of 90 mm between cylinder centers.
In each row of cylinders, multiple cylinders for the first and second cylinder and the fourth and fifth combined, converge to the collector for the third cylinder relatively far down. Four main parts catalysts are responsible for the control of exhaust emissions. The powerful ten – cylinder engine has been optimized for high torque and high engine power. Achieves 450 hp at 7,000 rpm, and get up to 540 Nm of torque at only 3,000 to 4,000 rpm.
Engine Specification
| Type |
Aluminum ten cylinder V90 degrees spark-ignition FSI gasoline direct injection, magnesium two stage variable intake manifold with integrated charge movement flaps, regulated high pressure and low pressure fuel system |
| Arrangement | Front mounted, longitudinal |
| Bore | 3.33 in.; 84.5 mm |
| Stroke | 3.65 in.; 92.8 mm |
| Displacement | 5204 cc |
| Compression ratio | 12.5 : 1 |
| Horsepower | 450hp@7000 rpm |
| Torque | 398lb.-ft.@3500 rpm |
Drivetrain
| Transmissions | 6-speed Tiptronic transmission with DSP and additional sport program |
| Type |
Permanent four-wheel drive with self-locking center differential with asymmetric/dynamic torque and electronic stabilization program ESP |
| Clutch | Hydraulic torque converter with lock-up clutch |
| Gear ratios: 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th Final Drive Reverse |
4.171:1 2.340:1 1.521:1 1.143:1 0.867:1 0.691:1 4.055:1 3.403:1 |
| Front Differential | Hypoid gear, electronically locking (EDL) |
| Center Differential |
TORSEN® (TORque SENsing) differential providing |
| Rear Differential | Hypoid gear, electronically locking (EDL) |
Performance
| 0-60 mph | 4.9 sec. |
| Top speed | 155 mph |
Fuel economy ( EPA estimated )
| City | 15 mpg |
| Highway | 21 mpg |
| Combined | 17 mpg |
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