2012 Audi A8

2012 Audi A8 Front View

2012 Audi A8 coming in two trims : A8 and extended wheelbase A8 l. V8 engine and all-wheel drive comes standard on both models, while the W12 engine optional now available on the A8 L.

2012 Audi A8 Rear View

2012 Audi A8 Performance, Engine

In comparison with other V8-powered super luxury cars, the 2012 Audi A8 4.2 litre V8 372koní, is a little low on power. Some reviewers think it’s a problem, while others rave that excellent eight speed transmission, the lightweight and Quattro all-wheel-A8 accelerate fast enough assistance to remain competitive.

2012 Audi A8 Engine

2012 Audi A8 is added to the 500-horsepower, 6.3-liter W12 engine 2012 A8 L option list. As the V8 model, the W12 quattro A8s with get and the eight-speed automatic gearbox.

According to the EPA, the 2012 Audi A8 get 18 mpg fuel economy/28 city/highway with the V8, which is very good compared with other super luxury cars. A8 L W12-powered uses significantly more fuel with EPA estimates 14 mpg city and 21 mpg highway.

2012 Audi A8 Interior, Features

2012 Audi A8 earned rave reviews for luxury accommodation and sophisticated technology of the interior, but reviewers agree that one sticking point is a unique electronic shifter 2012 Audi A8. This is less of a traditional mechanical gates, so that the driver gear selectors should carefully push the stick against the desired equipment. Pushing too hard and 2012 Audi A8 may end up in the sport mode instead of the drive, or the Park instead of in reverse.

2012 Audi A8 Dashboard, Interior

Still, the remaining part of the 2012 Audi A8 interior features a healthy dose of tech gadgets that most of the test drivers appreciate it. They say they are optional, but pricey Bang & Olufsen sound system is among the best-sounding in super luxury car stereos. Audi’s MMI interface also deserves praise from the automotive media. Most say that it is easy to use, and they love the new touchpad. You can still use MMI knob to select the settings for audio, navigation and vehicle, but with the touchpad to sign destinations or select audio settings with your finger. You do not need a lot of lepopis either. Most reviewers say they can recognize even the worst chicken scratch the touchpad.

2012 Audi A8 Front Side

2012 Audi A8 Safety, Reliability

Standard security in 2012 team Audi A8 includes brake anti-lock, active Front headrests and airbags in the front, front, side and rear side curtain positions.

2012 Audi A8 Side View

Audi adds optional driver support package security tech blind monitoring including spot lane departure warning systems, as well as a pre-collision warning system. An infrared night vision system with pedestrian is recognition also to improve the visibility after dusk. Audi, says the system can pedestrians detect about 1,000 feet ahead and will outline in yellow it if the A8 is 300 m away. A pedestrian in the car should go way, the A8 sound is a warning and you select the image in red.

A test driver, not seeing the best in the 2012 Audi A8 and recommended camera rearview, while another test driver says that parents with children should know that car seats can be difficult to secure in the back of the A8.

2012 Audi A8 Angular Front

Audi A8 2012 covers with a four-year limited warranty/50,000 miles and provides roadside assistance during that period. Audi also provides scheduled maintenance first to 12 months or 5,000 miles for free. While many automakers do not include any routine maintenance by buying a new car, those who enjoy this perk might want to check for the BMW 7 series. BMW includes free scheduled maintenance, while the series 7 is under warranty.