2008 Audi S8 Specifications

Specifications

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Features

Engine Location :	Front
Drive Type :	AWD
Quattro IV
Production Years for Series :	2005 -
Price :	$74,690-$120,100
Weight :	4586 lbs \| 2080.175 kg
MPG City :	14
MPG Highway :	20
Combined MPG :	16.00

Performance

0-60 mph :	4.9 seconds.
Top Speed :	155 mph \| 249.395 km/h

Engine & Transmission

V 10
Displacement :	5200 cc \| 317.3 cu in. \| 5.2 L.
Power :	450 HP (331.2 KW) @ 7000 RPM
Torque :	398 Ft-Lbs (540 NM) @ 3500 RPM

Transmission:
6 Automatic Tiptronic with DSP and Additional Sport Program

Handling

Recall

Component	VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Manufacturer	Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Mfr Report Date	20070427
NHTSA Campaign ID	16V415000
Summary	Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Audi A8 and S8 vehicles. The sunroof glass on the affected vehicles may not be properly secured to the sunroof frame. As a result, the sunroof glass may detach from the car while driving.
Consequence	If the glass detaches from the sunroof frame it could be come a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy	Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install additional adhesive between the sunroof glass and frame, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in August 4, 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 60C3.
Notes	Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated June 2024

2008 Averages

Avg. Car Cost :	$27,958
Avg. Household Income :	$57,000
Avg. Home :	$238,880
Avg. Gallon of Gas :	$3.39

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Q: How fast is the 2008 Audi S8? A: The 2008 Audi S8 has a top speed of 155 mph.

Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2008 Audi S8? A: The 2008 Audi S8 has wheelbase sizes of 115.90 and 121.00 inches.

Q: What is the length of the 2008 Audi S8? A: The 2008 Audi S8 has lengths of 199.30 and 204.40 inches.

Q: What is the width of the 2008 Audi S8? A: The 2008 Audi S8 has width of 74.60 and 74.70 inches.

Q: How much headroom does the 2008 Audi S8 have?A: The 2008 Audi S8 has 37.30- to 37.40-inches of headroom.

Q: How much legroom does the 2008 Audi S8 have?A: The 2008 Audi S8 has legroom of 41.30- to 41.40-inches.

Q: How much did the 2008 Audi S8 cost when new?A: The 2008 Audi S8 cost approximately $74,690 to $120,100 (USD) when new.

Q: What were the bodystyles of the 2008 Audi S8? A: The 2008 Audi S8 was offered as a L Quattro Sedan, L W12 Quattro Sedan, Sport Sedan.

Q: What engine did the 2008 Audi S8 have? A: The engine powering the 2008 Audi S8 was a V 10 (5200 cc | 317.3 cu in. | 5.2 L.) with 450 HP (331.2 KW) @ 7000 RPM and 398 Ft-Lbs (540 NM) @ 3500 RPM.

Q: What transmission did the 2008 Audi S8 have? A: The 2008 Audi S8 had a 6 speed Automatic Tiptronic with DSP and Additional Sport Program gearbox.