Audi A8 L Hybrid (2013) - Automotive News

CAR GARAGE | Audi A8 L Hybrid (2013) | The Audi A8 hybrid combines the performance of a six-cylinder with the fuel economy of a four-cylinder model. With 180 kW (245 hp) of power system, the 2.0 TFSI and the electric motors deliver powerful thrust, yet the brand's flagship consumes just 6.3 liters of fuel per 100 km (37.34 U.S. mpg). The Audi A8 is a parallel hybrid hybrid - a high-efficiency concept. System output is 180 kW (245 hp) and peak system torque is 480 Nm (354.03 lb-ft). The Audi A8 hybrid combines the performance of a six-cylinder with the fuel economy of a four-cylinder model. In all-electric mode, the Audi A8 hybrid can cover roughly three kilometers (1.86 miles) at a speed of 60 km / h (37.28 mph). Top speed in this mode is 100 km / h (62.14 mph). With a Curb weight of 1.870 kg (4,122.64 lb), the Audi A8 hybrid is by far the lightest hybrid sedan in its class. The chassis of the A8 hybrid also benefits from Audi's expertise in ultra lightweight construction, combining excellent ride comfort with sporty handling. The Audi drive select dynamic handling system and air suspension with adaptive damping control are standard. The large 19-inch wheels sport a special hybrid design.

The high-end system includes a 60 GB hard disk, a DVD drive and a whole-word voice control. MMI navigation plus also includes MMI touch. MMI navigation plus works closely together with the other systems in the A8 hybrid. The Audi A8 hybrid comes standard with the Bose surround system. The system can also play stereo recordings in five-channel surround sound. The Bang & Olufsen Advanced Sound System is a high-end hi-fi alternative for connoisseurs. It drives 19 active speakers with aluminum grilles via two amplifiers with over 1.400 watts of power. Upon request, Audi equips the A8 L hybrid with the rear seat entertainment system, the which includes a separate DVD drive and a hard disk jukebox. Mounted on the Backs of the driver and front-passenger seats are two 10.2-inch displays can display different content That.

The light, elegant interior design conveys the large sedan's athletic character. The front seats feature 12-way electric adjustment. Audi also offers a number of seating options up to the comfort sport seats. The A8 hybrid Clarey has structured, intuitive ergonomics. The driver information system with 7-inch screen Important Concentrates all information and settings in a logical menu structure. The driver can operate it via the leather multifunction steering wheel. The MMI with its elegant, power-retractable 8-inch monitor serves as a second control unit. The driver can use the MMI control system to choose Between the make fine adjustments and to three different lighting scenarios.

The Audi A8 hybrid is designed as a parallel hybrid - a straight-line concept with high efficiency. The interplay Between the combustion engine and the electric motor briefly results in a peak system output of 180 kW (245 hp) and a maximum system torque of 480 Nm (354.03 lb ft). The Audi A8 hybrid combines the performance of a six-cylinder with the fuel economy of a four-cylinder model. The sprint to 100 km / h (62.14 mph) takes 7.7 seconds, and top speed is 235 km / h (146.02 mph). The Audi valvelift system (AVS) further increases power, torque and efficiency by switching the stroke of the exhaust valves Between two stages depending on the load and engine speed.