Introduced in 2003, the D3 platform A8 model was revamped in 2005, getting a taller, wider single-frame grille found on the Nuvolari concept car, which was adopted across all Audi models from the Audi A3 onward. This styling element stirred controversy. Upgrades to the engine lineup were also made, with a 3.2 L FSI V6 taking the place of the entry-level 3.0 V6, and a 4.2 L Diesel V8 producing 240 kW (326 PS) of power, the most powerful Diesel engine from Audi.
Engines
3.0 L (2967 cc) V6 TDI, 171 kW (233 PS), 0-100 km/h in 8.0 s
3.2 L (3123 cc) V6 FSI, 191 kW (260 PS), 0-100 km/h in 8.0 s
4.2 L (4134 cc) V8 TDI, 240 kW (326 PS), 0-100 km/h in 6.0 s
4.2 L (4163 cc) V8 FSI, 257 kW (350 PS), 0-100 km/h in 6.1 s
6.0 L (5998 cc) W12 FSI, 331 kW (450 PS), 0-100 km/h in 5.2 s
The four-door sedan is big enough to seat five adults comfortably, and even six-footers can stretch out and relax in the rear. Outside Europe, only the 4.2 V8 and 6.0 W12 petrol powerplants are available.
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