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    2008 Audi A8

    Used from

    $159,900 excl. on-roads

    Review Rating

    N/A

    Safety Rating

    NA

    Warranty

    3 year, unlimited km

    Fuel Efficiency

    9.7 - 13.9 L / 100km

    About the Audi A8

    The 2008 Audi A8 is a Luxury offered in a 4D sedan body style. Used prices in Australia typically range from $159,900 for the Base variant and topping out at $341,916 for the Base.

    There is 1 variant of the A8 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in February of 2008.

    Engine options include 4.2L multi-point injection (257kW/440Nm), 6.0L multi-point injection (331kW/580Nm), 4.1L turbo diesel common rail (240kW/650Nm), 3.1L petrol direct injection (191kW/330Nm) and 3.0L turbo diesel common rail (171kW/450Nm). All variants feature 6-speed automatic transmission. All variants feature four-wheel drive.

    The 2008 A8 was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.

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    Power to Weight
    93.91 - 181.37 kW/t
    89.64 kW/t
    202.85 kW/t
    Boot Space
    500 litres
    315 litres
    560 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    No Data
    Vehicle Range
    No Data
    Price
    $159,900 - $341,916
    $154,900
    $1,190,000
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    3 years
    4 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    No Data
    Years on Sale
    31 years
    1 year
    31 years
    Service Interval
    No Data

    Next Steps

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    2008 Audi A8 Specs

    See our comprehensive details for the Audi A8

    Base

    • Air conditioning
      • Climate Control Number Of Zones: 4
      • Fully Automated Climate Control
      • Rear Control For Climate Control
      • Rear Outlet
    • Alarm
      • Anti-lift
      • Interior Monitoring
      • Peripheral
    • Antenna
      • Type: Diversity
    • Audio system
      • Disc Stacker
      • Disc Stacker Capacity: 6
      • Radio: Am/fm
    • Blind
      • Type: Electric
    • Bluetooth
      • Type: Bluetooth
    • Bumpers
      • Colour: Painted
    • Chrome/bright trim
      • Around Side Windows
      • On Bumpers
      • On Side Of Body
    • Cool storage compartment
      • Type: By Air Conditioning Vent
    • Cruise control
      • Adaptive Cruise Control (acc)
    • Cup holders
      • Type: Fixed
    • Disc stacker
      • Capacity: 6
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Auto-dimming
      • Colour: Painted
      • Heated
      • Type: Electrically Adjustable
    • Electrically foldable mirrors
      • Operation: Electric
    • Electronic traction control
      • Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
    • Entertainment display screen
      • Television
    • Front seat
      • Electrically Adjustable
      • Heated
      • Height Adjustment
      • Lumbar Adjustment
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 5
      • Reach Adjustment
      • Reclining
      • Tilt Adjustment
      • Type: Bucket
    • Head rests
      • Active
      • Electric Adjustable
      • Height Adjustable
      • Number: 2
    • Headlight control
      • Directional Headlights
      • Dusk Sensor
      • Height Adjustable
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Bi-xenon
      • Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 39.1
      • Headroom Front: 993
      • Headroom Rear (in): 38.6
      • Headroom Rear: 981
      • Hip Room Front (in): 59.1
      • Hip Room Front: 1500
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 57.5
      • Hip Room Rear: 1461
      • Leg Room Rear (in): 42.3
      • Leg Room Rear: 1075
    • Load restraint
      • Type: Net
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
      • On Dash: Wood Or Woodlook
      • On Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
      • On Gear Selector: Wood Or Woodlook
    • Memorized adjustment
      • Door Mirror Position
      • Number Of Driver Seat Positions: 5
      • Number Of Passenger Seat Positions: 5
      • Steering Wheel Position
    • Mobile phone
      • Wireless Connection: Bluetooth
    • Navigational systems
      • Controls: Knobs/touch Buttons
      • Data Feed: Dvd
      • Information Type: Full Map And Voice
    • Non-corrosive body
      • Location: Full
      • Type: Alloy
    • Paint
      • Type: Metallic
    • Parking distance system
      • Type: Sensor
    • Power locks
      • Includes Boot/hatch
      • Includes Power Windows
      • Operation: Remote
    • Power steering
      • Type: Electro-hydraulic
      • Vehicle Speed Proportional
    • Power windows
      • Number Of One Touch: 2
    • Rear seat centre armrest
      • Boot Access: Ski Bag
    • Rear seats
      • Folding: Fixed
      • Heated
      • Lumbar Adjustment
      • Seating Capacity: 3
      • Type: Bench
    • Rear view mirror/camera
      • Auto-dimming
    • Remote audio controls
      • Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
    • Remote boot/hatch release
      • Operation: Remote Control
    • Responsive suspension
      • Driver Selectable
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Leather
      • Main Seat Material: Leather
    • Seating
      • Seating Capacity: 5
    • Smart card / smart key
      • Includes Keyless Entry
      • Includes Keyless Start
      • Includes Memory S/w Position
      • Includes Memory Seat Adjustments
      • Includes Radio Settings
      • Type: Automatic
    • Spare wheel
      • Rim Type: Alloy
      • Type: Fullsize
    • Speakers
      • Number Of: 9
    • Steering wheel
      • Electric Adjustment
      • Height Adjustment
      • Multi-function
      • Telescopic Adjustment
      • Type: Leather Covered
    • Sunroof
      • Operation: Electric
      • Type: Glass
    • Suspension levelling
      • Operation: Automatic
    • Vanity mirror
      • Illuminated
    • Ventilation system
      • Digital Display
      • Particle Filter
    • Voice activating system
      • Includes Audio Player
      • Includes Navigation System
      • Includes Phone Functions
    • Warranty anti-corrosion
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 144
    • Warranty paint
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 36
    • Warranty powertrain - Total
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 36
    • Warranty roadside assistance
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 36
    • Warranty whole vehicle - Total
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 36
    • Windscreen wipers
      • Intermittent Wipe: Automatic
      • Rain Sensor
    See all 2008 Audi A8 Specs

    2008 Audi A8 Dimensions

    1444mm
    1894mm
    5051mm

    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.

    See all 2008 Audi A8 Dimensions

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    2008 Audi A8 Fuel Economy

    There are 3 different fuel economy figures for the Audi A8

    The most fuel efficient Audi A8 is the Base with a 6-speed Automatic which is powered by a 4.1L TURBO DIESEL COMMON RAIL and uses 9.7L of diesel per 100km on the combined cycle.

    The Audi A8 that uses the most amount of fuel is the Base with a 6-speed Automatic which is powered by a 6.0L MULTI-POINT INJECTION and uses 13.9L of premium unleaded per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.

    See all Audi A8 Fuel Economy

    2008 Audi A8 Warranty

    What is the warranty on a Audi A8?

    The Audi A8 offers a 3 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.

    Next Steps

    Take advantage of Australia’s BIGGEST new car website to find a great deal on a Audi A8.

    Audi A8 FAQs

    The cheapest Audi A8 is the Base that starts from $159,900.

    The most expensive Audi A8 is the Base that starts from $341,916.

    The best towing capacity of a Audi A8 is offered by the Base which can tow 2300 kg

    The largest Audi A8 is the Base which measures 1894mm wide, 5181mm in length and sits 1455mm tall.

    The most powerful Audi A8 is the Base which has 331kW of power from its 6.0L MULTI-POINT INJECTION engine.

    The Audi A8 is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.

    The heaviest Audi A8 is the Base which weighs 2545 kg (kerb weight).

    The Audi A8 may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes diesel or premium unleaded.