Audi A8 2002–2007 car dimensions: 5051 mm long, 1894 mm wide and 1444 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,780 kg. Braked towing is 2,300 kg.
The cabin offers dual-zone automatic climate control as standard, with four-zone available as an option. Cruise control is standard, while adaptive cruise control is optional. Front and rear acoustic parking sensors come standard. The MMI system provides a colour display controlled by a rotary dial and buttons. Blind spot warning and lane keep assist became available as options later in the generation. A reversing camera was optional on higher-spec models.
Boot space measures 500 litres with the seats in place. Rear seats do not fold flat, though an optional ski bag allows through-loading of longer items.
Towing capacity reaches 2300 kg braked and 750 kg unbraked. Payload is rated at 600 kg. Adaptive air suspension is standard and adjusts for different loads and driving modes.
The cabin offers large, well-shaped seats with multi-way power adjustment and good support for long drives. Dual-zone automatic climate control keeps conditions steady with sun and air-quality sensors. Dual-pane glass cuts outside noise for a quiet ride. Air suspension delivers a smooth feel with selectable modes. Optional ventilation and massage on front seats add cooling and relaxation on warmer days or longer trips. Heated front seats come standard in many setups, with rear heating available as an option.
Fuel: Super Plus or Euro-Super unleaded 98/95 RON. overall 11.9-12.0 l/100 km
Service: LongLife interval max 15,000-30,000 km or 2 years via indicator
Safety kit: ESP, ABS, EBD, hydraulic brake assist, dual-circuit brakes
Airbags: 10 total including front, side front/rear and curtain sideguard
Active front head restraints and belt pretensioners with force limiters
Warranty: 2 years vehicle unlimited km, 3 years paint, 12 years rust
The 4.2 V8 runs on Super Plus or 95/98 RON unleaded. Combined consumption sits at 11.9-12.0 l/100 km with urban figures around 17.5 l/100 km. The 90-litre tank supports decent range on longer runs.
Servicing follows the LongLife system. Intervals run between 15,000 and 30,000 km depending on conditions, or a maximum of two years. The onboard indicator tracks oil quality, fuel use and driving style to set the exact timing. Fixed checks still apply for items like brake fluid.
Standard safety includes full ESP networking ABS, EBD, ASR and EDS, plus hydraulic brake assist. Ten airbags cover front, side and head protection for all outboard seats. Active head restraints and pretensioners with force limiters round out the passive kit. No Euro NCAP star rating appears in period records for this model.
Aluminium ASF construction keeps weight lower while adding stiffness. Adaptive air suspension is standard and self-levels. Regular LongLife oil changes and attention to the complex electronics help maintain reliability over high mileages.
Length 5051 mm, Width 1894 mm, Height 1444 mm, Wheelbase 2944 mm (A8 2002–2007)
Sources: manufacturer data, Audi Technical Data – New Audi A8 4.2 quattro, Programme, 12.1 m, petrol, Airbags from the Audi UK A8 price list, August 2003, standard equipment.