2008 Audi S8 Features And Specs

Year

Style, Configuration, Engine Options

Trim

S8 4dr Sdn Package Includes

  • Interior

  • Valcona leather seating surfaces w/contrast stitching-inc

    armrests, console

  • 16-way pwr heated front sport seats-inc

    pwr depth adjuster, 4-way pwr lumbar, pwr active head restraints, 4-position seat memory

  • Heated rear seats w/(3) adjustable rear head restraints

  • Full length center console-inc

    dual height adjustable front center armrests w/storage, (2) cupholders, rear auxiliary 12V pwr outlet

  • Rear center armrest w/(2) cupholders

  • Front/rear floor mats

  • 3-spoke leather-wrapped multi-function sport steering wheel w/audio controls-inc

    aluminum shift paddles, contrast stitching, 4-position memory

  • Pwr tilt/telescopic steering column w/auto-tilt-away

  • Backlit electroluminescent instrument cluster w/auto brightness control-inc

    tachometer, speedometer, voltmeter, fuel gauge, oil & coolant temps

  • Colored instrument gauges w/white needles

  • Digital odometer w/service interval indicator, trip meter

  • Multi-Media Interface (MMI)

  • Driver info display-inc

    8-color LCD display, outside temp, 5-function trip computer, audio controls, active Auto Check system w/speed warning device, pictogram display

  • Digital clock w/date

  • Tire pressure monitoring system

  • Pwr windows-inc

    pwr retention, 1-touch up/down, pinch protection, convenient open w/key in driver door

  • Central locking system-inc

    doors, trunk, fuel door, selective unlocking

  • Remote keyless entry-inc

    selective unlocking, trunk open, panic function, interior light activation, alarm system, folding key

  • Cruise control

  • Audi DVD navigation system-inc

    7\ color screen

  • Remote releases-inc

    trunk, fuel door

  • Pwr trunk closer for last inch

  • Anti-theft alarm system w/engine immobilizer

  • Bose premium sound system-inc

    AM/FM stereo, 6-disc CD changer in glove box, (12) speakers, AudioPilot noise compensation

  • Sirius satellite radio-inc

    (3) month subscription

  • Bluetooth cell phone preparation

  • Rear diversity antenna

  • Dual zone automatic climate control system-inc

    sun sensor, air-quality sensor, particle filter w/activated charcoal, residual/rest heat function

  • Rear seat HVAC vents

  • Rear window defogger w/timer

  • Locking illuminated glove box

  • Alcantara door inserts

  • Front/rear door storage pockets

  • Gray birch wood interior trim-inc

    instrument panel, center console, door panel

  • Auto-dimming rearview mirror

  • Overhead console-inc

    HomeLink garage door opener

  • Alcantara headliner & hatshelf

  • Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors-inc

    normal & magnified mirrors

  • (4) assist handles w/slow retraction feature

  • Front/rear reading lights

  • Illuminated lighter, ashtray, trunk, LED footwells, door handles

  • Interior lighting-inc

    fade-in/fade-out feature, time delay, auto-on when key removed, front door exit lights

  • Aluminum & leather-wrapped shift knob

  • Front seatback storage pockets

  • (4) tie-down eyelets w/luggage net

  • Exterior

  • Audi space frame (ASF)

  • Pwr tilt/slide glass sunroof-inc

    infinitely variable sunshade, pwr wind deflector, pinch protection

  • Body-color front bumper-inc

    air intakes, lip spoiler

  • Body-color rear bumper

  • Integrated rear spoiler

  • Aluminum door sill trim w/S8 logo

  • Single-frame trapezoidal platinum gray grille w/vertical chrome stripes

  • Adaptive bi-xenon auto-leveling headlights-inc

    retractable washers, light sensor

  • Front/rear fog lights

  • Programmable coming/leaving home-inc

    delay on exterior light shut off when exiting vehicle or activating remote entry

  • Programmable LED daytime running lights

  • Puddle lights in all (4) doors

  • LED brake lights

  • Auto-dimming pwr folding heated aluminum-look mirrors-inc

    4-position memory, passenger reverse tilt down, door area lighting

  • 4-position intermittent rain-sensing wipers w/heated washer nozzles

  • Body-color door handles w/aluminum trim

  • Entertainment

  • Engine

  • Engine Order Code

    NA

  • Engine Type and Required Fuel

    Gas V10

  • Displacement (liters/cubic inches)

    5.2L/318

  • Fuel System

    FSI Direct

  • Maximum Horsepower @ RPM

    450 @ 7000

  • Maximum Torque @ RPM

    398 @ 3500

  • Cooling System Capacity (quarts)

    15.6

  • Electrical

  • Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F

    NA

  • Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

    190

  • Safety

  • 4-wheel anti-lock brake system-inc

    electronic brake force distribution (EBD), hydraulic brake assist

  • Dual front 2-stage airbags

  • Front/rear side-impact airbags

  • SIDEGUARD side curtain airbags

  • Dual front knee airbags

  • Front passenger occupant detection for air bag

  • Front 3-point seat belts-inc

    automatic pretensioners, belt force limiters, pwr height adjustable upper mounts

  • Rear 3-point seat belts w/automatic pretensioners

  • All-passenger convertible locking retractors (ELR & ALR modes)

  • Child safety rear door locks

  • LATCH system for outboard rear seats

  • Emergency interior trunk release

  • Electronic stabilization program 8.0 (ESP) w/anti-slip regulation (ASR)

  • Programmable LED daytime running lights

  • Crash sensor system-inc

    central unlocking, interior lighting on

  • Steering

  • Steering Type

    Pwr Rack & Pinion

  • Steering Ratio (:1)

    Variable

  • Turns, lock to lock

    2.9

  • Turning Diameter / Radius, curb to curb (feet)

    39.7

  • Turning Diameter / Radius, wall to wall (feet)

    NA

  • Mechanical

  • 5.2L DOHC FSI 40-valve V10 engine

  • 6-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission-inc

    dynamic shift program (DSP), hill detection, sport mode

  • Torsen torque sensing center differential

  • Front/rear electronic differential locks (EDL)

  • Electronic stabilization program 8.0 (ESP) w/anti-slip regulation (ASR)

  • quattro permanent all-wheel drive system

  • 110-amp/hr battery

  • 190-amp alternator

  • 4-link double wishbone front suspension

  • Trapezoidal link rear suspension

  • 4-corner adaptive air sport suspension

  • Front/rear stabilizer bars

  • P265/35R20 summer performance tires

  • 20\ x 9.0\ 5-twin arm cast alloy wheels

  • Servotronic vehicle speed-sensitive variable-ratio pwr rack & pinion steering

  • 4-wheel pwr vented disc brakes

  • 4-wheel anti-lock brake system-inc

    electronic brake force distribution (EBD), hydraulic brake assist

  • Exhaust system-inc

    (4) oval tailpipes, rear diffuser

  • Suspension

  • Front Suspension Type

    4-Link,

  • Rear Suspension Type

    Trapezoidal-Link,

  • Front Shock Absorber Diameter (mm)

    NA

  • Rear Shock Absorber Diameter (mm)

    NA

  • Front Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches)

    NA

  • Rear Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches)

    NA

  • Towing

  • Maximum Trailer Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Maximum Tongue Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Maximum Trailer Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Maximum Tongue Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Transmission

  • Transmission Order Code

    NA

  • Transmission Description

    Automatic

  • Number of Transmission Speeds

    6

  • First Gear Ratio (:1)

    4.17

  • Second Gear Ratio (:1)

    2.34

  • Third Gear Ratio (:1)

    1.52

  • Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)

    1.14

  • Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)

    0.87

  • Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)

    0.69

  • Reverse Ratio (:1)

    3.40

  • Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)

    4.06

  • Clutch Size

    NA

  • Vehicle

  • EPA Classification

    Midsize

  • Drivetrain

    All-Wheel Drive

  • Warranty

  • 4 Basic Years / 50,000 Basic Miles

  • 4 Drivetrain Years / 50,000 Drivetrain Miles

  • 12 Corrosion Years / Unlimited Corrosion Miles

  • 4 Roadside Assistance Years / Unlimited Roadside Assistance Miles

  • Brakes

  • Brake Type

    Pwr

  • Anti-Lock-Braking System

    4-Wheel

  • Front Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)

    15.2 x 1.4

  • Rear Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)

    13.2 x 0.9

  • Rear Drums, diameter x width (inches)

    NA