2018 Audi S8 Plus 4.0 TFSI 0-60 Times, Top Speed, Specs, Quarter Mile, and Wallpapers

2018 Audi S8  Plus 4.0 TFSI  0-60 Times, Top Speed, Specs, Quarter Mile, and Wallpapers

The 2018 Audi S8 Plus 4.0 TFSI is a All-wheel drive Sedan. It can accommodate up to 5 passengers. It has 4 Doors and is powered by a 4.0L V8 turbo DOHC 32-valve engine which outputs 605 hp @ 6100 rpm and is paired with 8-speed automatic transmission with manual mode gearbox. The 2018 Audi S8 Plus 4.0 TFSI has cargo capacity of 402 Liters and the vehicle weighs 2125 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2018 Audi S8 Plus 4.0 TFSI has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional engine as well It offers Front and rear park distance sensor and. Safety features also include Driver side front airbag and Passenger side front airbag. The front suspension is Independent front suspension while the rear suspension is Independent rear suspension. The car also features a Yes It has 21-inch 5-twin-arm design wheels as standard. Electronic features include Cruise Control. For convenience, the car has Power windows and Power door locks. There is also a remote keyless entry feature. Moreover, the car has. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 661 N.m of torque and a top speed of 311 km/h. The 2018 Audi S8 Plus 4.0 TFSI accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 4.1 seconds and hits quarter mile at 10.7 seconds. Fuel consumption is 16.2 L/100km in the city and 9.9 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 135,500

Name Plus 4.0 TFSI
Price $ 135,500
Body Sedan
Doors 4 Doors
Engine 4.0L V8 turbo DOHC 32-valve
Power 605 hp @ 6100 rpm
Number of Seats 5 Seats
Transmission 8-speed automatic transmission with manual mode
Cargo Space 402.0 L
Maximum Cargo Space 402.0 L
Wheel Type 21-inch 5-twin-arm design wheels
Series S8 (D4 facelift 2013)
Drivetrain All-wheel drive
Horsepower 605 HP
Torque 661 N.m
Top Speed 311 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) 4.1 s
Fuel Type Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption (City) 16.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 9.9 L/100km
Gear Type auto
Weight 1,990 KG
Brand Audi
Model S8
0-400m (Quarter Mile) 10.7 s
0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed 191.0 km/h
0-800m (Half Mile) 20.0 s
0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed 215.0 km/h
Modifications (MODS)
Modifications Cost $ 0

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2018 Audi S8 Used Price Estimates

Estimates based on a driving average of 12,000 miles per year
Used Condition Trade In Price Private Party Price Dealer Retail Price
Outstanding $ 66,007 $ 71,190 $ 77,065
Clean $ 64,273 $ 69,328 $ 75,048
Average $ 60,805 $ 65,603 $ 71,015
Rough $ 57,336 $ 61,879 $ 66,982

Is it a luxury sedan or a performance car? With the 2018 A8, you get both. The scales tip toward the latter in the A8 4.0T with its V8 engine, though even the standard supercharged V6 does a fine job hustling Audi's flagship up to speed. Naught to 60 mph arrives in a 5.5 seconds in the base model, and decreases to a blazing 4.4 seconds in the 4.0T. Need more? The S8 will rocket you from 0 to 60 in a supercar-like 3.7 seconds, all while tackling corners like a smaller and lither car. All A8 models have a fine degree of finesse and comfort thanks to standard air suspension and all-wheel drive, the latter especially appreciated in cold-weather states. In our time with an A8 high in the Rocky Mountains, we found it to be quiet and exceedingly comfortable in everyday driving. The S8, a driver's car, danced through corners.

22-WAY MULTI-CONTOUR SEATS Face it: No matter where you drive an A8, you'll always be in the same place -- the front seat. Thus, we recommend getting the most comfortable one you can. Those in the Executive Package adjust nearly two dozen ways and will even massage you. Front passengers get the same treatment. S8: A 605-HORSEPOWER SLEEPER We love the S8 for many reasons: Its shorter overall length than the A8 makes it easier to maneuver in tight spots, while its torque-vectoring rear sport differential helps ensure optimal power delivery and grip. Most of all, we love this 605-horsepower sedan's sleeper status.

Though on the cusp of replacement, the A8's interior has held up well. While it doesn't have all the bells and whistles of even its newer A4 sibling such as the Virtual Cockpit or Apple CarPlay/Android integration, the A8's cabin is a commendable cocoon of indulgence. We've already waxed poetic on the 22-way-adjustable front seats, each straddled by a wide console festooned with buttons and a gearshift that looks like it was taken from a jet. A8 models, only available as "L" for long-wheelbase, have scads of rear-seat legroom at nearly 43 inches, while the S8 still boasts a commendable 38.7 inches.

Like other Audis, this flagship sedan is stately but reserved, eschewing the fluidity of, say, the latest S-Class for a more conservative shape. We say "mostly" reserved save for the front, which is distinguished by Audi's signature LED strip underneath the headlights and a massive, trapezoidal grille. The A8 is only available in one length -- long wheelbase -- and comes in at 207.4 total inches. The S8 is a bit shorter and easier to park at 202.6 inches. One of the easiest ways to distinguish the 2018 S8 performance model is to look for the wide quad tailpipes in back.

Even the least expensive 2018 A8 3.0T can make you feel rich with such standard features as leather interior, 18-way power-operated and heated front seats, Bose audio system, navigation, quad-zone climate control and sunroof. Thoughtful features include power-rear sunshade, rear-seat vanity mirrors and even a headlight washer. Every A8 also comes with a 6-month subscription to Audi connect, which offers in-car Wi-Fi connectivity. Quattro -- Audi's term for its all-wheel-drive system -- is also standard. In addition to the V8 engine, the 4.0T model includes 22-way front seats with ventilation and massaging, heated rear seats, head-up display and panoramic sunroof.

On the 3.0T model, the Executive Package adds active safety and driving aids like blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control and automatic emergency braking, plus a top-view camera. On A8 4.0 models it also includes separate power-operated rear outboard seats with ventilation and massage functionality. The S8 performance sedan has a sport-tuned suspension, sport rear differential and 21-inch wheels. The S8 can be further upgraded with ceramic brakes, night-vision assistant, Alcantara headliner and Bang & Olufsen audio system.

Two gasoline engines are available for the 2018 Audi A8 sedan, both connected to a smooth 8-speed automatic transmission. The A8 3.0T uses a supercharged V6 while the 4.0T Sport gets a turbocharged V8, both of which have fuel-saving start/stop technology. The star athlete, however, is the S8 Plus with its 4.0-liter turbo V8 tuned to make 605 horsepower. With a blistering 0-60-mph time of 3.7 seconds, the 2018 S8 will embarrass many sports cars. All A8 and S8 models include quattro all-wheel drive.3.0-liter supercharged V6 (3.0T)333 horsepower @ 5,500 rpm325 lb-ft of torque @ 2,900 rpmEPA city/highway fuel economy: 19/29 mpg4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 (4.0T Sport)450 horsepower @ 5,300-6,000 rpm444 lb-ft of torque @ 1,500-5,250 rpmEPA city/highway fuel economy: 16/26 mpg4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 (S8)605 horsepower @ 6,100-6,800 rpm517 lb-ft of torque @ 1,750-6,000 rpm553 lb-ft of torque @ 2,500-5,500 rpm with overboostEPA city/highway fuel economy: 14/24 mpg

The 2018 Audi A8 full-size luxury sedan has a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) beginning just under $ 83,500 for a base 3.0T. The V8-powered A8 4.0 pushes the price just shy of $ 93,000. The S8 Plus debuts near $ 117,000. The Executive Package can add several thousand more to the bottom line. The Audi A8's starting price is significantly less than that of the nearly $ 100,000 Mercedes-Benz S-Class, though the Benz comes standard with a V8. The A8's starting price is nearly the same as a base BMW 7 Series, and above that of the Lexus LS, Jaguar XJ and new Genesis G90. Before buying, check the Fair Purchase Price to see what others in your area are paying for their new A8. The Audi A8's resale value is predicted to trail those of its rivals, most notably that of the class-leading Lexus LS.

2018 Audi S8 Plus 4.0 TFSI Exterior Colors

Argus Brown Metallic
Cuvée Silver Metallic
Daytona Grey Pearl Effect
Florett Silver Metallic
Florett silver matte effect
Glacier White Metallic
Havanna Black Metallic
Monsoon Grey Metallic
Moonlight Blue Metallic
Mythos Black Metallic
Oolong Grey Metallic

2018 Audi S8 Plus 4.0 TFSI Interior Colors

Black
Lunar Silver-Steel Grey
Nougat Brown
Vermont brown

2018 Audi S8 Engines

Engine Standard in Trim Power Torque Fuel Consumption - City Fuel Consumption - Highway 0-100 km/h Quarter Mile Half Mile
4.0L V8 turbo DOHC 32-valve Plus 4.0 TFSI 605 hp @ 6100 rpm 661 N.m 16.2 L/100km 9.9 L/100km 4.1 s 10.7 s 20.0 s
4.0L V8 turbo DOHC 32-valve Plus 4.0 TFSI 605 hp @ 6100 rpm 661 N.m 14.8 L/100km 9.1 L/100km 4.1 s 10.7 s 20.0 s
4.0L V8 turbo DOHC 32-valve 4.0 TFSI 520 hp @ 5800 rpm 661 N.m 14.2 L/100km 8.8 L/100km 4.6 s 11.2 s 21.0 s
4.0L V8 turbo DOHC 32-valve 4.0 TFSI quattro 520 hp @ 6000 rpm 661 N.m 13.8 L/100km 8.3 L/100km 4.6 s 11.2 s 21.0 s

2018 Audi S8 Trims

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Audi S8 Overview and History

The Audi S8 remains the largest performance sedan in Audi's 2014 model year range, but just a year since its launch it has received a cosmetic makeover.
Shower gels and generally beauty-product brands have a way of appealing to customers by thrusting desire through sensorial-related names and presentation of their offers. Olfactory sense-stroking balms and soothing cashmere-touch night cream-approaches are basically the most commonly used methods of conveying beauty and easy customer-access to deeply-rooted sensorial pampering, unless beauty is forged out of steel and thousands of accurately engineered parts.

Automobiles undoubtedly fall into the latter category, and what better way of striking at least one of the remaining three senses if not building an image of a mighty engine roar or purr of a loyal cylinder sextet cradled under the bonnet of an Audi car? Audi translates as 'listen' from latin and besides expressing an unanimously accepted passion of the motorist, that of listening to the engine as if it were a never before heard dissertation on mechanics blended with boisterous 'deux ex machina' comments and demonstrations, it also marks the birth of Audi following Horch's demise, the previous name of the company that can be traced back to 1899.

Its founder, August Horch was forced out of his own company in 1909 due to trademark infringements, 8 years after the first automobile had rolled out the gates of the plant in Zwickau, Germany. After having been dispensed of, Horch started his own company under the same name which led to a fair share of trouble that came to an end as soon as Horch called for a meeting at the apartment of Franz Fikentscher to discuss the matter and come up with a new name for the company. Franz's son who was studying latin at the time was the true deliverer of the name that would later became synonymous with luxury and quality. As 'Horch' means listen in Old German, the boy simply made a switched the name with its latin corespondent, 'audi', sparking enthusiasm into the 'audience' that quickly adopted the name.

Audi's start o the German market was high lighted by the appearance of 2.6 liter engine powered vehicles followed by a series of more powerful ones, such as 4.7 L and the gas-gulping 5.7 L. Having gotten to see his company grow wings, Horch left in in 1920, four years before Audi's first 6 cylinder model was built. In 19128, Audi was acquired By Jorgen Rasmussen, owner of rival company DKW.

A few years later, a merger between Audi, DKW, Horch and Wanderer occurred and thus, the Auto Union was formed in 1932. Those times called for a new badge and the four interlocked rings were born as a sign of unity and identity of the newly formed auto-conglomerate. Technological improvement became a top priority that first took shape during the Second World War when an armored car was produced for the German Army.

However, all the progress would soon be severely slowed down and even halted at times due to heavy bombings. Moreover, as as soon as the conflict had come to an end, Zwickau had been caught in the soviet occupation zone that would become The German Democratic Republic in 1949. Not only that the company's activity was in jeopardy but the Auto Union had also broken up and the Union had to be restarted n new grounds, in Ingolstadt, Bavaria.

Though sluggish at first, the newly Ingolstadt based factory would attract many of the former workers and the construction of two-stroke engines would be resumed in a way similar to that of Zwickau. By 1958, Daimler-Benz had already acquired a whopping 87% of the Auto Union but its investment quickly became property of Volkswagen, the company having bought the factory and  and the brands in 1964.

Soon after the change of ownership, two-stroke engines would be eliminated in favor of the more popular and more customer appealing four-stroke ones. DKW, the leading brand of the Union at the time failed as a brand despite of the changes  it had made and Volkswagen decided to resurrect Audi. The former DKW built model was rebranded as an Audi one and was the springboard for the make of later models such as the 60, 75 and 80.

After a second merger with the Stuttgart based car-producer NSU by 1970, Audi established itself as a reliable growing brand that would later break the German boundaries and expand to new markets, including the North American one where it encountered difficulties following the release of a biased report that portrayed the car as suffering form 'unintended acceleration'. This was caused by the close placement of the brake and acceleration pedals, right next to each other. Shortly after the report was released , an abrupt decline in sales was registered that was countered only years later with the 1996 release of the A4 model.

Joining a row of successful car-producers, Audi has also garnered acclaim on the racing track with several World Record holdings, including one for Top Speed Endurance. Audi is currently enjoying a privileged position and large market share and is predicted to reach the production threshold of 1 million units by the end of this year.

2018 Audi S8 Consumer Reviews

meiosisrocky, 04/22/2019
"The S8 is a wolf in sheepskin cover!"
I've owned my fair share of high performance, luxury cars from Porsche, BMW and Mercedes. The Audi S8 is without a doubt, the fastest and most comfortable / luxurious of them all. From the messaging seats to the incredible pull of all-wheel drive powered by a twin turbo 500+ hp engine, it just doesn't get any better. Drive one and you'll agree.

2018 Audi S8 Plus 4.0 TFSI Specifications

Plus 4.0 TFSI Comfort and Convenience

AM/FM stereo radioYes
Air Conditionning4-zone automatic climate control
Ambient LightingYes
Audio Display AudioMMI touch
Audio InterfaceAudi music interface
Audio MonitorTouch screen
Auxiliary input jackYes
Bluetooth Wireless TechnologyBluetooth interface
Cruise ControlAdaptive cruise control with stop and go function
DVD Entertainment System (Option)Rear seat entertainment (RSE Hi) with dual 10-inch screens and DVD single slot
Driver Vanity MirrorIlluminated driver-side vanity mirror
Front WipersRain/Light sensor
Garage Door OpenerHomelink garage door opener
Heated Steering WheelHeated steering wheel
Intelligent Key SystemAdvanced key
Interior Air FilterYes
MP3 CapabilityYes
Navigation SystemMMI navigation system
Number of Speakers10 speakers
Passenger Vanity MirrorIlluminated front passenger-side vanity mirror
Power Door LocksCentral remote locking
Power Outlet12V power socket
Power WindowsPower windows with one-touch up/down feature
Premium Sound SystemBose audio system
Premium Sound System (Option)Bang and Olufsen advanced sound system
Reading LightReading lamps
Rear Side SunscreensElectric blinds for rear side windows
Rear SunscreenPower rear window sunshade
Rear View MirrorAuto dimming rearview mirror
Remote Audio ControlsMultifunction steering wheel
Remote Keyless EntryYes
Single CDCD player
Single DVDDVD player
Sirius XM satellite radioYes
Steering Wheel AdjustmentPower tilt and telescopic steering wheel
Trunk Cargo Cargo Area Tie Down HooksTie down straps
Trunk Cargo Power Trunk TailgatePower trunk lid (open and close)

Plus 4.0 TFSI Dimensions

Cargo Capacity402 L
Curb Weight2125 kg
Front Headroom1036 mm
Front Legroom1051 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity82 L
Gross Vehicle Weight2740 kg
Height1458 mm
Length5147 mm
Rear Headroom983 mm
Rear Legroom984 mm
Wheelbase2994 mm
Width1949 mm

Plus 4.0 TFSI Exterior Details

Acoustic WindshieldDouble acoustic glazed glass
Body Trim BadgeS8 badge
Bumper ColourBody-color bumpers
Driving LightsHigh-beam assistant
ExhaustRear exhaust tailpipe (standard)
Exhaust (Option)Sport exhaust with black finishers
Exterior DecorationHigh-gloss package
Exterior Decoration (Option)Speed limit increased to 305km/h
Exterior Folding MirrorsPower folding exterior mirrors
Exterior Mirror ColourExterior mirror housings in aluminium look
Exterior Mirror Colour (Option)Carbon fibre exterior mirror housings
Exterior Mirrors Auto DimmingAuto dimming exterior mirrors
Exterior Mirrors MemoryExterior mirrors with memory function
Exterior Mirrors Turn SignalsIntegrated LED mirror turn signals
Headlight TypeLED headlamps
Headlights Auto OffAuto-off headlights
Headlights Daytime Running LightsLED daytime running lights
Headlights Headlight WashersHeadlights washers
Heated Exterior MirrorsYes
License Plateholder (Option)Front license plate carrier
Power Doors ClosurePower assisted doors closing
Power Exterior MirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrors
Rear SpoilerBody-color rear spoiler
Rear Spoiler (Option)Carbon fibre rear lip spoiler
Rear Window DefrosterYes
SunroofGlass sunroof
Sunroof (Option)Solar sunroof
TaillightsLED taillights
Tinted GlassHeat-insulating glass

Plus 4.0 TFSI Interior Details

ClockYes
CompassYes
Driver Info CenterDriver information system
Floor ConsoleCenter console
Floor MatsYes
Front Center ArmrestYes
Front Seats ClimateVentilated front seats
Front Seats Driver LombarDriver's seat 4-way power lumbar support
Front Seats Driver MassageDriver's seat massage feature
Front Seats Driver Power Seats22-way power driver's seat
Front Seats Driver Seat MemoryDriver's seat with memory function
Front Seats Front Seat TypeSport comfort front seats
Front Seats HeatedHeated front seats
Front Seats Passenger Lombar4-way front passenger power lumbar adjustment
Front Seats Passenger MassageFront passenger's seat massage feature
Front Seats Passenger Power Seats22-way power front passenger seat
Front Seats Passenger Seat MemoryPosition memory feature for front passenger seat
Head-Up DisplayHead's-up display
HeadlinerAlcantara headliner
Headliner (Option)Black alcantara headliner
Heated Rear SeatsYes
Interior AccentsCarbon atlas upper inlays
Interior Trim DoorsillsS8 illuminated aluminum door sills
Luxury Dashboard TrimBrushed aluminium interior trim
Luxury Dashboard Trim (Option)Fine grain ash natural brown inlay
Outside Temperature GaugeOutside temperature display
Rear Seat HeadrestComfort head restraints, at rear
Rear Seat Pass-ThroughYes
Rear Seat TypeRear bench seat
Seat TrimValcona leather seats
Seat Trim (Option)Arras red design full leather package
Shifter Knob TrimSelector lever in Carbon Atlas
Steering Wheel Trim3-spoke leather-wrapped steering wheel
Trip ComputerYes

Plus 4.0 TFSI Mechanical

Drive TrainAll-wheel drive
Engine Name4.0L V8 turbo DOHC 32-valve
Stability ControlYes
Start buttonYes
Traction ControlYes
Transmission8-speed automatic transmission with manual mode
Transmission Paddle ShiftYes

Plus 4.0 TFSI Overview

BodySedan
Doors4
Engine4.0L V8 turbo DOHC 32-valve
Fuel Consumption16.2 (Automatic City)9.9 (Automatic Highway)
Power605 hp @ 6100 rpm
Seats5
Transmission8-speed automatic transmission with manual mode
WarrantiesBumper-to-Bumper80000/km, 48/Months Powertrain80000/km, 48/Months Roadside AssistanceUnlimited/km, 48/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 144/Months

Plus 4.0 TFSI Safety

Anti-Lock Brakes4-wheel ABS
Anti-Theft AlarmAlarm system
Brake AssistBrake assist
Brake Type4-wheel disc
Camera360 degrees camera
Child Seat AnchorChild seat anchors
Driver AirbagDriver side front airbag
Driver Assistance Lane Change AssistAudi active lane assist in combination with Audi side assist
Electronic brake force distributionElectronic brake force distribution
First Aid KitFirst aid kit
Forward collision warningYes
Front Seat BeltsRegular
Ignition DisableEngine immobilizer
Knee AirbagsFront knee airbags
Lane Departure SystemAudi side assist
Parking BrakeElectric
Parking Distance SensorFront and rear park distance sensor
Passenger AirbagPassenger side front airbag
Rear Collision WarningAudi pre-ense plus
Rear Side AirbagsRear side airbags
Roof Side CurtainSide-curtain airbags (front and rear)
Side AirbagSeat mounted front side airbags

Plus 4.0 TFSI Suspension and Steering

Active SuspensionAdaptive air suspension
Front Anti-Roll BarYes
Front SuspensionIndependent front suspension
Front Tires275/35R21 performance tires
Power SteeringElectromechanical steering with speed-dependent power assistance
Power Steering TypeDynamic steering
Rear SuspensionIndependent rear suspension
Spare TireCompact spare tire
Suspension CategorySport suspension
Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemYes
Turning Circle12.3-meter turning circle diameter
Wheel Type21-inch 5-twin-arm design wheels
Wheel Type (Option)21-inch 5-twin-arm design wheels with matte titanium finish

Critics Reviews

The 2015 Audi S8 is the high-performance variant of the A8 full-size luxury sedan and comes standard with all-wheel drive. The car is powered by a twin-turbocharged V-8 rated at 520 hp and 481 lb ...
The 2015 Audi S8 performs extraordinarily well at speed for such a large car, but there are better options for pure luxury. Even due for a generational update, Audi's connected cabin tech remains ...
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