Audi A8 Specifications: Full Technical Details

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Audi A8 is the brand's flagship luxury saloon, featuring a 48V mild-hybrid V8 or a 3.0-litre TFSI V6, quattro AWD and an air suspension for the ultimate in executive travel. This page lists the generations sold in Malaysia, newest first.

Current Generation (2017-Present)

The current A8 (D5, 2017–present in Malaysia) uses a 3.0-litre TFSI V6 with 48V mild-hybrid producing 340 hp and 500 Nm, or a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 (460 hp), paired with an 8-speed Tiptronic and quattro AWD.

Quick Specs Snapshot

Body 4-DOOR SALOON
Segment ULTRA-LUXURY SALOON
Seats 5
Fuel PETROL
Transmission 8-speed Tiptronic automatic
Drive All-wheel drive (quattro)

Engine & Performance

Engine displacement2,995–3,996 cc
Engine type3.0L TFSI V6 / 4.0L TFSI V8 with 48V MHEV
Peak power250–338 kW (340–460 hp)
Peak torque500–660 Nm
Transmission8-speed Tiptronic automatic
Driven wheelsAll-wheel drive (quattro)

Dimensions & Weight

L × W × H5,172 × 1,945 × 1,472 mm mm
Wheelbase3,128 mm
Kerb weight1,905–2,095 kg

Capacities & Efficiency

Fuel tank82 L
Seats5
Fuel economy (city)~12.0 L/100km (city estimate, 3.0T)
Fuel economy (highway)~9.0 L/100km (highway estimate)

Fuel figures are a summary — see the full breakdown on the Fuel Consumption page.

Chassis, Brakes & Suspension

Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesVentilated disc
Front suspensionMulti-link
Rear suspensionNot available
SteeringPower steering (rack & pinion)
Front tyres265/40 R20; 255/45 R19

Previous Generation (2010-2017)

The 2010-2017 Audi A8 is powered by a Turbo MPFI; Chj; Electronic F/INJ engine producing 155–429 kW and 330–600 Nm, paired with 8-speed automatic; CVT. It seats 5.

Quick Specs Snapshot

Body 4-DOOR SEDAN
Segment LARGE ULTRA LUXURY
Seats 5
Fuel PETROL; DIESEL
Transmission 8-speed automatic; CVT
Drive All-wheel drive; Four-wheel drive; Front-wheel drive

Engine & Performance

Engine displacement1,984–4,163 cc
Engine typeTurbo MPFI; Chj; Electronic F/INJ
Peak power155–429 kW
Peak torque330–600 Nm
Transmission8-speed automatic; CVT
Driven wheelsAll-wheel drive; Four-wheel drive; Front-wheel drive

Dimensions & Weight

L × W × H5,145–5,272 × 1,950 × 1,455–1,471 mm mm
Wheelbase2,990–3,122 mm
Kerb weight1,740–2,130 kg

Capacities & Efficiency

Fuel tank78–90 L
Seats5
Fuel economy (city)10.5–12.9 L/100km
Fuel economy (highway)6.3–6.9 L/100km

Fuel figures are a summary — see the full breakdown on the Fuel Consumption page.

Chassis, Brakes & Suspension

Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesVentilated disc
Front suspensionMulti-link; Double wishbone; trailing arm
Rear suspensionMulti-link
SteeringPower steering (rack & pinion)
Front tyres255/45 R19; 255/45R19; 255/40 R19

Earlier Generation (2002-2010)

The 2002-2010 Audi A8 is powered by a Electronic F/INJ; Turbo MPFI; Multi Point F/INJ engine producing 191–334 kW and 300–430 Nm, paired with CVT; 8-speed automatic; 6-speed automatic; 5-speed automatic. It seats 5.

Quick Specs Snapshot

Body 4-DOOR SEDAN
Segment LARGE ULTRA LUXURY
Seats 5
Fuel PETROL
Transmission CVT; 8-speed automatic; 6-speed automatic +1 more
Drive Front-wheel drive; All-wheel drive

Engine & Performance

Engine displacement2,976–4,172 cc
Engine typeElectronic F/INJ; Turbo MPFI; Multi Point F/INJ
Peak power191–334 kW
Peak torque300–430 Nm
TransmissionCVT; 8-speed automatic; 6-speed automatic +1 more
Driven wheelsFront-wheel drive; All-wheel drive

Dimensions & Weight

L × W × HNot available mm
Wheelbase3,074–3,122 mm
Kerb weight1,740–1,905 kg

Capacities & Efficiency

Fuel tank90 L
Seats5
Fuel economy (city)12.9–14.7 L/100km
Fuel economy (highway)6.9–7.1 L/100km

Fuel figures are a summary — see the full breakdown on the Fuel Consumption page.

Chassis, Brakes & Suspension

Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesVentilated disc
Front suspensionDouble wishbone; trailing arm; Multi-link
Rear suspensionMulti-link
SteeringPower steering (rack & pinion); Rack and pinion
Front tyres255/40 R19; 255/45 R19; 235/55 R17

Earlier Generation (1994-2002)

The 1994-2002 Audi A8 is powered by a 2,771 cc engine producing Not available and Not available, paired with 5-speed automatic. It seats Not available.

Quick Specs Snapshot

Body 4-DOOR SEDAN
Segment Not available
Seats 5
Fuel PETROL
Transmission 5-speed automatic
Drive Not available

Engine & Performance

Engine displacement2,771 cc
Engine typeNot available
Peak powerNot available kW
Peak torqueNot available Nm
Transmission5-speed automatic
Driven wheelsNot available

Capacities & Efficiency

Fuel tankNot available
Seats5
Fuel economy (city)Not available
Fuel economy (highway)Not available

Fuel figures are a summary — see the full breakdown on the Fuel Consumption page.

Model Timeline / Generations

Generations Overview

Gen. Years Engine Power Variants
Current Generation (2017-Present) 2017–Present 3.0–4.0 L 250–338 kW (340–460 hp) Not available
Previous Generation (2010-2017) 2010–2017 2.0–4.2 L 155–429 kW Not available
Earlier Generation (2002-2010) 2002–2010 3.0–4.2 L 191–334 kW Not available
Earlier Generation (1994-2002) 1994–2002 2.8 L Not available kW Not available

Frequently Asked Questions

What engine does the Audi A8 have?
The current Audi A8 is powered by a Twin Turbo Intercooled; Turbo Intercooled; Turbo MPFI engine displacing 2,995 cc, producing 228–253 kW and 440–500 Nm of torque. It drives all four wheels through a 8-speed automatic.
How many seats does the Audi A8 have?
The Audi A8 is a 5-seater, seating a driver and up to 4 passengers across two rows.
What are the dimensions of the Audi A8?
The Audi A8 measures 5,172–5,265 mm long, 1,949 mm wide and 1,471–1,512 mm tall, with a 2,998–3,128 mm wheelbase.
How many generations has the Audi A8 had in Malaysia?
Based on Mudah.my internal listing data, the Audi A8 has had 4 generations sold in Malaysia.
Where can I find Audi A8 for sale on Mudah.my?
Browse current Audi A8 listings across Malaysia on Mudah.my — filter by variant, year, mileage and location to find the right one near you.