Audi A8 2013–2017 car dimensions: 5267 mm long, 1949 mm wide and 1471 mm high. Braked towing is 2,300 kg.
The cabin offers four-zone automatic climate control as standard on the LWB for independent front and rear settings. Cruise control is standard, with adaptive cruise available in packages. Parking system plus with front and rear sensors plus reversing camera is standard on LWB models. MMI navigation plus includes a touchpad for handwriting input. Driver aids like side assist for blind spots, active lane assist, and pre sense plus for emergency braking are available in the driver assistance package on most grades.
Boot space measures 520 litres with seats up. Rear seats do not fold, limiting expansion for larger items.
Braked towing capacity reaches 2300 kg on most engines, with unbraked at 750 kg. A power-folding tow bar is optional. Payload is around 550 kg depending on specification. Adaptive air suspension is standard for load leveling.
The cabin offers first-class comfort with standard 18-way power front seats that include lumbar support and memory, or available 22-way multi-contour comfort seats with ventilation and massage. Soft Valcona or Valetta leather covers the seats. Dual-pane acoustic glass reduces noise. An available panoramic sunroof floods the space with light. Heated front seats come standard, with heated rear seats and a heated steering wheel in packages. Rear passengers enjoy more legroom in the LWB, plus available power seats with footrest, ventilation, and massage for a quiet, supportive ride.
Fuel economy for 3.0T models around 18 city/28 highway mpg.
Service intervals fixed every 15,000 km or 1 year, or LongLife up to 30,000 km or 2 years.
Standard safety includes multiple airbags, ESC, ABS, and Audi pre sense basic.
Aluminum ASF body structure for crash protection.
Fuel use varies by engine choice. The 3.0 TFSI offers about 18 mpg city and 28 mpg highway. Diesels like the 3.0 TDI return higher figures in the mid-40s mpg range. Petrol V8 and W12 models use more.
Servicing follows fixed intervals of 15,000 km or one year, or a LongLife program allowing up to 30,000 km or two years depending on conditions. Oil changes and inspections alternate. Brake fluid needs replacement every two years. Engines use timing chains.
Safety kit starts with dual-stage front airbags, side thorax airbags front and rear, knee airbags, and sideguard head curtains. Audi pre sense basic tightens belts and closes windows in potential crashes. ESC and ABS are standard. The aluminum space frame adds strength.
Keeping the car involves regular oil services with approved fluids and attention to air suspension and electronics. The aluminum body resists corrosion well. Optional packages add cameras and advanced assists for daily use.
Length 5267 mm, Width 1949 mm, Height 1471 mm, Wheelbase 3122 mm (A8 2013–2017)
Sources: manufacturer data, Audi of America 2013 A8/S8/W12 Media Information Kit.