Audi A8 L 2018 review: model appearance, interior, technical specifications, security systems, prices and equipment. At the end of the article - test drive the 2018 Audi A8 L!
Contents of the review:
- The appearance of the new Audi A8
- Salon
- Characteristics of the Audi A8 L 2018
- Security systems
- The cost and configuration of the 2018 Audi A8
In July 2017, as part of a special event, Audi presented a new generation of the flagship sedan A8 and its extended version A8 L, which received the D5 index. The world debut of new products took place at the Frankfurt Motor Show of the same year and, as noted by automotive experts, Audi has managed to surpass its main competitors in the face of the S-class from Mercedes-Benz and the BMW 7-series in many aspects.
Compared to its predecessor, the car received some exterior adjustments, an even better and more comfortable interior, as well as updated technical stuffing, among which it is especially worth highlighting the Mild Hybrid hybrid system and the completely new 8-speed tiptronic automatic transmission.
Running a little ahead of myself, I would like to note that Audi A8 L continues to keep its brand, offering its customers the most advanced equipment, the most comfortable interior and excellent driving performance. But let's talk about everything in order.
Exterior of the new Audi A8 L 2018
Despite a number of cardinal changes in appearance, the car remains well recognizable and instantly identifiable even in dense city traffic.
Frontal part of the body is made in the style of the conceptual Audi Prologue and pleases the eye with a huge hexagonal false radiator grille, completely new elegant head light optics and a neat front bumper with effectively decorated fog lights.
It is also worth mentioning that the Audi HD Matrix LED headlight optics are supplemented with laser modules, which, in comparison with traditional technologies, provides twice the viewing range. And thanks to the camera systems built into the windshield, the car is able to automatically detect light sources in the oncoming lane, automatically excluding this area from the illumination zone.
Vehicle profile has undergone minor changes, including the presence of sharper edges, new, more stylish stampings along the side doors, as well as an updated design of alloy wheels. Despite its impressive dimensions, the Audi A8 L does not look heavy, but leaves the impression of a dynamic and well-balanced car.
Following the front part, it has significantly changed and sedan rear designwith new Matrix OLED side lights, which are based on organic LEDs, and a monumental rear bumper with original exhaust pipes.
External dimensions of the new flagship sedan Audi are:
- Length - 5.302 m;
- Width - 1.945 m;
- Height - 1.473 m;
- Wheelbase length - 3.128 m.
Compared to the previous generation, the car has become 37 mm longer and 13 mm higher, while the increase in the wheelbase is 6 mm.
Unfortunately, the manufacturer does not announce the height of the ground clearance, but already in the base the car will be equipped with an air suspension, which can be equipped with active elements for an additional fee.
Potential owners can choose from a wide selection of body colors, as well as several variations in the design of rims. Moreover, customers can order individual body colors to give the car a truly unique and unrepeatable look.
Interior of the Audi A8 L 2018
The interior of the elongated Audi A8 has been completely transformed, having received a redesigned front console architecture, a different design of the digital instrument cluster and a completely new design of the steering wheel, with which it is possible to control music and other intelligent auto systems, of which there are more than enough in the car.
The central part of the dashboard is represented by a pair of touch screens (8.6 and 10.1-inch diagonal), but there are only a few mechanical buttons and knobs in cars - a Start / Stop button, a button for activating an automatic valet parking and an electromechanical parking brake.
The upper display controls the multimedia and information systems, and the lower one controls the microclimate, heated seats, security systems and heated windows.
The quality of materials and workmanship is at the reference level, however, this is not surprising, given the class and cost of the car.
Following the front torpedo, they were updated and front seats, featuring a comfortable fit, excellent lateral support, a wide range of electrical adjustments and additional functions (heating, ventilation, massage).
Second row seats can be represented by a comfortable sofa or a pair of free-standing armchairs, separated by a massive central tunnel, to which the manufacturer brought a separate climate control unit, a comfortable armrest and a small touchscreen display.
Moreover, in the maximum configuration, the buyer receives removable tablets mounted in the backs of the rear seats, as well as a special folding footrest, where you can position your legs and relax as much as possible. Unique features include a heating system and foot massage that are not yet available from competitors.
A wide selection of finishing materials is offered to buyers., as well as several interior colors, while, as in the case of the exterior, the user can order individual colors and materials, which will significantly increase the already considerable cost of the car.
Trunk volume is only 505 liters, but given the class of the car, it is difficult to imagine that the car will be used as a workhorse for transporting a large amount of cargo. A full-fledged spare wheel can be installed in the underground luggage compartment, which somewhat reduces the amount of usable space.
Specifications Audi A8 L 2019-2020
The range of engines is represented by three gasoline engines and two diesels, each of which is aggregated by an advanced 8-speed automatic transmission, Quattro all-wheel drive, as well as a Mild Hybrid system with a 48-volt battery and a starter-generator that allows you to turn off the engine in traffic jams and coast.
- 3-liter six-cylinder TFSI petrol engine with 340 horsepower and 500 Nm of torque.
- 3-liter V6 TDI diesel, generating 286 "horses" and 600 Nm of peak thrust.
- An eight-cylinder turbocharged 4-liter diesel engine and a gasoline engine, producing 435 and 460 horsepower, respectively.
- At the top of the line is the 6-liter W12 petrol, capable of squeezing out a maximum of 585 hp. and an impressive 800 Nm of torque.
After some time, the range of motors will be replenished with 2-liter "fours", as well as a full-fledged hybrid consisting of a 3-liter diesel engine, an electric motor and a 14.1 kWh battery with a total capacity of 449 hp. The manufacturer notes that the hybrid A8 L e-tron quattro will be able to overcome about 50 km on electric traction alone, and will also receive support for wireless battery charging.
Despite the impressive mass, even with the "weakest" engine, the acceleration from 0 to 100 is about 5.5 seconds, and the maximum speed exceeds 220 km / h.
But with the top-end W12, the car exchanges the first hundred in less than 4.6 seconds. Fuel consumption in the combined mode is 6.3-7 liters for diesel engines and 7.5-9 liters for gasoline modifications, and the top-end 585-horsepower engine consumes an average of 11.6 liters.
The flagship A8 L is based on the advanced MLB EVO platform, which involves the installation of a five-link front suspension and a multi-link rear suspension. Note that this platform is more high-tech than the "cart" of the Q7 crossover.
It is also worth highlighting the installation of pneumatic springs with an electromechanical stabilizer system, which provide even higher comfort and stability of the car when passing high-speed turns.
The rack-and-pinion steering is complemented by an adaptive electric booster, and efficient braking is provided by ventilated discs of the front and rear wheels.
Safety of the new Audi A8 L 2018
It's not hard to guess that the flagship 2018 Audi A8 L is one of the safest cars on the market, aided by a huge number of intelligent systems and assistants, some of which are being used for the first time.
Security systems include:
- Airbags around the entire perimeter of the cabin;
- All-round visibility cameras;
- Front camera with a laser scanner installed in the windshield of a car;
- Advanced anti-lock braking and directional stabilization system;
- Matrix adaptive head optics;
- Adaptive cruise control system;
- Parktronic front and rear;
- Traffic Sign and Pedestrian Recognition System;
- Sensors for monitoring blind spots and driver fatigue;
- Tire pressure sensor;
- Immobilizer;
- Central locking with remote control support;
- ERA-GLONASS system;
- Seat belts for all passengers;
- Artificial Intelligence;
- Semi-autonomous movement system (read autopilot) Traffic Jam Pilot and much more.
Additional safety is provided by a special Audi Space Frame, thanks to which the body rigidity has increased by 24%. When creating the body, the manufacturer widely used ultra-strong steels, as well as elements of magnesium and carbon, which made it possible not only to increase the level of safety, but also to reduce the total weight of the car.
Options and price of the 2018 Audi A8 L
Official sales of the new Audi A8 L in Russia will begin in the first half of 2018, while the car can already be bought on the European market, where its minimum price is 94.1 thousand euros (about 6.52 million rubles).
The list of standard equipment includes the following options:
- Matrix LED optics front and rear;
- LED DRL;
- 8-speed automatic transmission;
- Multimedia steering wheel;
- Digital instrument cluster;
- A pair of touchscreen displays in the center console;
- Leather interior trim;
- A wide range of security systems;
- Climate control;
- Mild Hybrid system;
- Light-alloy wheels;
- High-end audio system;
- Airbags around the entire perimeter of the cabin;
- Air suspension and more.
Traditionally, Audi offers the widest list of optional equipment, the installation of which can more than double the cost of a car.
Conclusion
Audi A8 L 2018 is a stylish, roomy and, perhaps, the most high-tech premium executive sedan on the market, emphasizing the high status, sense of style and love for advanced technologies of its owner.
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