Reviews: The 2004 Audi A8
By Jane Smith
Introduction
The 2004 A8 is manufactured in GERMANY for Audi. It is Audi's entry into the SEDAN 4-DR market. It has a retail price of $68,500 USD in 2004.
A8 Dimensions
In 2004 the A8 has an overall length of 204.00 inches and a width of 74.60 inches. It sits a total of 57.30 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of 5.70 inches. Front headroom is inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the A8 a turning radius of 39.70 inches. It uses 235/55R17 tires with a wheelbase of 121.00 inches.
Drivetrain
The A8 comes standard with a 6-Speed Automatic Overdrive transmission and is a all-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 4399 lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Disc.
Fuel Economy
The 4.2L V8 DOHC 40V engine gets 17 miles/gallon city and 24 miles/gallon highway off a 23.80 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Hybrid versions of the A8 are also available.
Pricing
The A8 retails for $68,500 USD with a invoice price of $64,050 USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of $720 USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Specs & Equipment
Standard equipment includes Child Safety Door Locks, Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, 4WD/AWD, ABS Brakes. While it varies per trim level optional equipment lists Electronic Parking Aid.
Exterior color choices include Arctic White, Atlas Gray Metallic, Brilliant Black, Burgundy Red Pearl Effect, Irish Green Pearl Effect, Light Silver Metallic, Night Blue Pearl Effect, Northern Blue Pearl Effect, Oyster Gray Metallic, Platinum Beige Pearl Effect, Sage Green Metallic with interior choices of Amaretto Leather Interior, Blue Leather Interior, Cream Beige Leather Interior, Platinum Leather Interior, Saber Black Leather Interior, Sand Beige Leather Interior. The A8 seats 5 people with inches front leg room.
Standard Warranty
The standard warranty period is 48 months or 50,000 miles. It also has a 48 month/50,000 mile powertrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer or third-party vendors. It's important to check with your dealer to verify all warranties.
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