Audi S8: SUBTLE changes for a sports LUXURY sedan

V Ingolstadt they took care of the renovation of the entire range of models with the “eight” in the label, as they are at the facelift of the models A8 in A8L ter A8 L Horch, which will be aimed exclusively at Chinese customers, was also presented revamped S8, which is considered one of the most desirable models of this Bavarian brand.

Refrigerator mask it is now slightly wider than its predecessor, while at the same time losing its horizontal lines in favor of a new mesh pattern with elements in the honeycomb design that gives it a more sporty look. A similar single-frame mask is also available at normal A8, if equipped with an equipment package S-Line. It is similar to the lower equipment lines S8 got new graphics for LED headlights with digital matrix and taillights with OLED technology.

Audi S8, which is in some key markets such as USA in China, available only with a long wheelbase, has retained the four exhaust pipes that characterize powerful models with label S.

It is also part of the standard equipment four-wheel steering, as well as an active chassis and sports differential, which enables even better handling with active torque distribution between the rear wheels. For an additional fee, customers can also order ceramic and carbon brakes.

Heart Audi S8 remains known 4,0-liter V8 engine with two turbines capable of maximum power (420 kW) 563 hp and 800 Nm of maximum torque. An imperceptibly sporty luxury sedan accelerates to 100 km / h 3,8 seconds, which is of course an exceptional value for such a large and heavy car with an internal combustion engine.

Renovated Audi S8 coming to European markets next month and will be in Germany available from € 144.800 onwards.