2020 AUDI S8 - US SPECS | Exterior - Interior - Drive | WhatCar!
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Joining the A8 model line, the high-power S8 sets itself apart from the competition. Encompassing a V8 engine with mild hybrid technology, the high-performance powertrain in the Audi S8 offers not only maximum smoothness, but with an output of 563 horsepower, 590lb-ft of torque and two turbochargers. The result is ample power available for nearly any situation. Top track speed is electronically limited to 155 mph. Iron-lined cylinder barrels in the aluminum crankcase can reduce friction for exceptionally smooth running. Automatically actuated flaps in the exhaust system underscore the impressive sound.
Sports car-level emotion and performance are paired with comfort and efficiency. The mild hybrid system (MHEV) works continuously to help increase fuel efficiency. Its 48-volt belt alternator starter and the additional lithium-ion battery enable fast restart and an extended start-stop range. The cylinder on demand system, which deactivates individual cylinders in low-load operating situations, provides for additional efficiency. The vehicle’s sound system features active noise cancellation to eliminate intrusive cabin noise for the ultimate in comfort.
The Audi S8 is redefining vehicle dexterity and maneuverability thanks to the dynamic all-wheel steering. This allows the independent adjustment of the steering angles at the front and rear axles. It therefore combines direct, agile steering response at low and medium speeds with supreme stability on the highway and a tight turning circle, thus resolving a frequent conflicting handling objective. The sport differential actively transfers torque between the rear wheels during fast cornering. When turning into or accelerating in a curve, most is directed to the outside wheel. This literally pushes the car into the curve and helps reduce understeer. In the case of oversteer, the sport differential on the rear axle transfers the drive torque to the inside wheel to help stabilize the S8.
Every detail of the new Audi S8 reflects its character as a sporty luxury model. One particular highlight are the standard comfort contour front seats with distinctive diamond stitch. They feature wide ranging power adjustment, pneumatically adjustable side bolsters and separate three-stage heating for each seat. Enhancing comfort further, ventilation and massage functions are standard. The rear seats also offer numerous features for outstanding comfort and provide for a first-class atmosphere in the Audi S8.
The new Audi S8 offers a progressive technology experience with new digital services and state-of-the-art connectivity. The MMI touch response operating concept of the new Audi S8 is fully digital. The driver controls nearly all functions via two large displays. The driver can also use natural speech control, which offers virtually unlimited freedom when formulating questions and commands. The answers are provided either from information stored on board or from the cloud. Alexa, Amazon’s cloud-based voice assistant, is also available as an option. All driving-relevant displays appear in the Audi virtual cockpit, which can be switched between two views. While the tachometer and speedometer are displayed as large dial-type gages in driving mode, the map is the center of attention in infotainment mode. Both views have S-specific red graphical details. A special S-performance layout for the Audi virtual cockpit where the central focus is the tachometer, displayed as a square graph, and the output and torque are shown as percentages can also be selected in the MMI.
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