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Audi A8, S8 2018+
Overview
The Audi A8 and S8 models from 2018 onwards represent the pinnacle of Audi's luxury sedan offerings, showcasing a harmonious blend of opulence, cutting-edge technology, and impressive performance. Built on the MLB Evo platform, these models combine lightweight materials like aluminum and carbon fiber with advanced engineering for enhanced efficiency and agility. The A8 boasts a graceful design, emphasizing a spacious and luxurious cabin equipped with the latest automotive technology, including a dual-touchscreen MMI infotainment system and advanced driver-assistance features for a seamless driving experience.
The S8, Audi's high-performance variant, takes the luxury sedan to new heights with its formidable power and sport-tuned suspension. It offers exhilarating acceleration and precise handling while maintaining the A8's premium interior features. Both models incorporate a 48-volt mild-hybrid system for improved fuel efficiency and seamless stop-start functionality.
Specifications
Audi A8, and S8 specifications, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, safety rating, fuel consumption, transmission, and light bulb sizes.
Chassis
- Type:
- D4
- 4H
Engine 3.0L 6-Cylinder Turbocharger Direct Fuel Injection
- Recommended oil viscosity: 5W-40
- Oil certification: API
- Drain plug torque: 18 ft-lbs
- Oil capacity: 8.1 quarts
Spark Plug Gap
- 4.2L 8-Cylinder : 0.036″
Oil
- Capacity: 8.14 qt (7.7 L)
Fuel
- Capacity: 23.8 gal (90.0 L)
Washer Fluid
- Capacity: 5.28 qt (5.0 L)
Brake
- Type: FMVSS 116 DOT 4
Powertrain
Engine
- Inline-four petrol engine
- 2.0 I4 TFSI
- 2.0 I4 TFSI Hybrid
- V6 petrol engine
- 2.5 V6 FSI (China)
- 3.0 V6 TFSI
- V8 petrol engine
- 4.0 V8 TFSI
- 4.2 V8 FSI
- W12 engine
- 6.3 W12 CEJA FSI
- V6 diesel engine
- 3.0 V6 TDI
- V8 diesel engine
- 4.2 V8 TDI
Transmission
- Automatic transmission
- 8-speed ZF 8HP[32] Tiptronic automatic
Fuel Consumption

Warning Lights & Bulb Sizes
Front Lights
- High Beam Light: LED
- Low Beam Light: LED
- Daytime Running Light: LED
- Side Marker Light: LED
- Turn Signal Light: LED
- Fog Light: LED
- Parking Light: LED
Rear Lights
- Tail Light: LED
- Reverse Light: LED
- Turn Signal Light: LED
- Side Marker Light: LED
- Parking Light: LED
- Brake Light: LED
- License Plate Light: LED
Interior Lights
- Dome Light: LED
- Glove Box Light: LED
- Interior Door Light: LED
- Map Light: LED
- Reading Light: LED
- Stepwell Light: LED
- Trunk Light: LED
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