2016 Audi A8 Specifications

Specifications

2015 2016 2018 2020 2022

Features

Engine Location :	Front
Drive Type :	AWD
Quattro
Production Years for Series :	2015 -
Price :	MSRP: $81,500-137,900
Weight :	2520 lbs \| 1143.053 kg
MPG City :	19
MPG Highway :	29
Combined MPG :	22.00

Performance

0-60 mph :	5.7 seconds.
Top Speed :	250 km/h \| 155.375 mph (limited)

Engine & Transmission

V 6 90-degree
Displacement :	2995 cc \| 182.8 cu in. \| 3.0 L.
Power :	310 HP (228.16 KW) @ 5200 RPM
Torque :	324 Ft-Lbs (440 NM) @ 2900 RPM
Bore :	84.5 mm \| 3.327 in.
Stroke :	89.0 mm \| 3.504 in.
Valvetrain :	24 DOHC (4.0 valves per cylinder)
Construction :	Aluminum block and head
Direct-Injection

Twin-turbocharged V 8 90-degree
Displacement :	3991 cc \| 243.5 cu in. \| 4.0 L.
Power :	450 HP (331.2 KW) @ 5100 RPM
Torque :	444 Ft-Lbs (602 NM) @ 1500 RPM
Bore :	84.5 mm \| 3.327 in.
Stroke :	89.5 mm \| 3.524 in.
Valvetrain :	32 DOHC (4.0 valves per cylinder)
Construction :	Aluminum Alloy block and head
Direct Fuel Injection

Transmission:
8 Tiptronic with DSP and sport program

Production Figures

Total Audi Production for 2016 :	210,213
2016 Audi A8

Handling

Recall

Component	ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
Manufacturer	Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign ID	22V178000
Summary	Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2013-2017 A8, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, and 2014-2017 RS7 vehicles. The turbocharger oil supply strainer can become blocked, causing wear to the bearings due to lack of lubrication.
Consequence	Worn bearings can cause the turbine wheel to contact the turbocharger housing or cause the shaft to break, causing an engine stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy	Dealers will replace the oil strainer and perform an oil change, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 21H7.
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.nhtsa.gov.

Component	STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
Manufacturer	Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign ID	20V397000
Summary	Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Audi S8 and A8 vehicles. The seal around the engine compartment may come loose and contact hot engine components.
Consequence	If the seal contacts hot engine components, there could be an increased risk of a fire.
Remedy	Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install a retaining plate to prevent the engine compartment seal from loosening. The recall began September 4, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 51G6.
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.

Component	FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Manufacturer	Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Mfr Report Date	20140312
NHTSA Campaign ID	19V035000
Summary	Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Q7, A6 and A7 vehicles, and 2015-2018 Audi A8 vehicles. The left and right fuel rails may leak fuel.
Consequence	A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase risk of a fire.
Remedy	Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the left and right fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 24DP.
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.

Component	FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Manufacturer	Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Mfr Report Date	20140318
NHTSA Campaign ID	19V057000
Summary	Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Audi A8 and S8 vehicles. The fuel supply line for the high pressure fuel pump may become porous and leak fuel.
Consequence	Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of fire.
Remedy	Audi has notified owners, and dealers will install a fuel pressure damper, free of charge. The recall began February 21, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BM.
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

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Q: How fast is the 2016 Audi A8? A: The 2016 Audi A8 has a top speed of 250 km/h.

Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2016 Audi A8? A: The 2016 Audi A8 has a wheelbase size of 117.80 inches.

Q: What is the length of the 2016 Audi A8? A: The 2016 Audi A8 has a length of 202.17 inches.

Q: What is the width of the 2016 Audi A8? A: The 2016 Audi A8 has a width of 76.73 inches.

Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2016 Audi A8? A: The 2016 Audi A8 was a Sedan.

Q: How much did the 2016 Audi A8 cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2016 Audi A8 had an MSRP of $81,500 - $$137,900 (USD).

Q: How many vehicles did Audi produce in 2016? A: Audi produced 210,213 automobiles in 2016.

Q: What engines did the 2016 Audi A8 have? A: The 2016 Audi A8 had the following engine options: V 6 (2995 cc | 182.8 cu in. | 3.0 L.) with 310 HP (228.16 KW) @ 5200 RPM and 324 Ft-Lbs (440 NM) @ 2900 RPM

Twin-turbocharged V 8 (3991 cc | 243.5 cu in. | 4.0 L.) with 450 HP (331.2 KW) @ 5100 RPM and 444 Ft-Lbs (602 NM) @ 1500 RPM

Q: What transmission did the 2016 Audi A8 have? A: The 2016 Audi A8 had a 8 speed Tiptronic with DSP and sport program gearbox.