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Overview
The 2003 Audi A8 Base is a four-wheel drive, 4-door Sedan that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970 classified as a MK2. The Audi A8 is regarded as a Luxury built in Germany and when it was new had prices starting at .
This Audi A8 is powered by a 4.2L 8-cylinder engine that has 246 kW of power (at 6500 rpm) and 430 Nm of torque (at 3500 rpm) via a Six-speed Automatic transmission. It has a 90L fuel tank
The Audi A8 measures 1444mm (56.9 inches) in height, 5051mm (198.9 inches) in length, 1894mm (74.6 inches) in width with a 2944mm (115.9 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1855kg (4089.6 lbs) of unladen weight. The A8 Base comes standard with 235/55 R17 front tyres and 235/55 R17 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
111.65 - 132.61 kW/t
97.83 kW/t
198.38 kW/t
Boot Space
500 litres
470 litres
500 litres
Warranty (Years)
3 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
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Dimensions
5,051 mm
1,894 mm
1,444 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,051 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,894 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,444 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,944 mm |
| Load Capacity | 525 mm |
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Sales Data
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Explore Audi A8 Features & Specs
Engine
Bore Engine: 84.5
Engine (cc): 4172
Compression Ratio: 11
Engine Configuration: V
Engine (L): 4.2
Number of Cylinders: 8
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 5
Stroke Engine: 93
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 23.8
Main Capacity (L): 90
Main Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 6.3
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 335
Maximum Power (kW): 246
Maximum Torque (Nm): 430
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3500
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Electronic Control Auto Only: yes
Lock Up Auto Only: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Mode Select Auto Only: yes
Number of Speeds: 6
Type: Automatic
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: air
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: air
Suspension Levelling
Location: Front
Front Operation: Automatic
Location: Rear
Rear Operation: Automatic
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 235
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Sedan
Chrome Bright Trim
Bright Chrome Trim Around Side Windows: yes
Bright Chrome Trim on Bumpers: yes
Bright Chrome Trim on Side of Body: yes
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Full
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Alloy
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 17.7
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 500
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 64.1
Front Track (mm): 1629
Overall Height (in): 56.9
Overall Height (mm): 1444
Overall Length (in): 198.9
Overall Length (mm): 5051
Overall Width (in): 74.6
Overall Width (mm): 1894
Rear Track (in): 63.6
Rear Track (mm): 1615
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 39.7
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 12100
Wheelbase (in): 115.9
Wheelbase (mm): 2944
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39
Front Headroom (mm): 990
Rear Headroom (in): 38.5
Rear Headroom (mm): 978
Front Hip Room (in): 59.1
Front Hip Room (mm): 1500
Rear Hip Room (in): 57.5
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1460
Headlight Control
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Bi-Xenon
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Paint
Type: Metallic
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Headlight Cleaners
Cleaners Type: High Pressure
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 2
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Number of Rear Express Power Windows: 2
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2300
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 5071
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2380
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5247
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1855
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4090
Antenna
Type: Diversity
Audio System
Cassette Player: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 6
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Capacity: 6
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 9
Load Restraint
Type: net
Cigar Lighter
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Courtesy Lights
Delayed Fade: yes
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Number of Memorised Driver Seat Positions: 5
Number of Memorised Passenger Seat Positions: 5
Wheel Position: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Remote Trunk Hatch Release
Operation: Remote Control
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Wood Or Woodlook
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Active: yes
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 5
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 5
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Type: Pop Out
Location: Rear Seats
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Location: Rear
Seat Back Storage
Location: Front
Air Conditioning
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Rear Outlet: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Micro Filter: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Includes Sunroof: yes
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: Remote
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