2012 Audi A8 Overview

2012 Audi A8 Review

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The long-wheelbase version of the A8, the A8L, is now slightly longer than the BMW 7-Series, Lexus LS or Mercedes-Benz S-Class, bringing an exceptionally roomy interior. The A8 still manages to feel more nimble and responsive than would ever be expected for such a large vehicle. A number of other tech features, such as the industry-first full LED headlamps and the next-generation touchpad MMI interface inside, are market standouts.

4dr Sdn

MSRP: $79,625

Dual exhaust tailpipes w/chrome tips
19" 10-Y-spoke alloy wheels
255/45R19 all-season tires
Compact spare tire w/alloy wheel
Pwr tilt/slide glass sunroof
Body-color bumpers
Body-color moldings
Aluminum exterior trim -inc: beltline, window
Auto on/off headlights -inc: rain/light sensors, range adjustment, washers
Adaptive xenon plus headlights w/cornering lights & LED daytime running lights
LED tail lights
LED puddle lighting
Rear fog light
Exterior door handle LED lighting
Dual body-color auto-dimming pwr folding heated mirrors w/integrated LED turn signals, memory
Tinted glass
Rain-sensing variable speed intermittent front windshield wipers
Body-color door handles w/aluminum accents

AM/FM stereo w/6-disc CD/MP3 changer w/HD Radio, radio data system (RDS)
Bose surround sound system w/(14) speakers, AudioPilot, 630-watts
In-dash DVD player
Audi music interface w/iPod cable
20GB Jukebox hard disc drive storage
SiriusXM satellite radio -inc: (3) month trial subscription
SiriusXM traffic -inc: (3) month trial subscription
Bluetooth phone preparation

Anti-lock brake system (ABS) w/electronic brake distribution (EBD) & brake assist
Traction control (ASR)
Electronic stability control (ESC)
LED daytime running lamps
Driver & front passenger dual-stage airbags w/front passenger occupant detection
Driver & front passenger Sideguard head curtain airbags
Driver & front passenger knee airbags
Front & rear outboard thorax side airbags
Front (3) point safety belts w/automatic pre-tensioning/force limiters & height adjust
Rear (3) point safety belts w/force limiters for outboard passenger seating positions
Safety unlock feature *Unlocks doors & turns on interior lights if airbag deploys*
Rear child safety door locks
Rear seat lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH)
Emergency trunk release
Passive tire pressure monitor

Valetta leather seating surfaces
18-way pwr driver & front passenger multicontour pneumatic bucket seats -inc: driver & front passenger pwr lumbar, driver & front passenger seat memory
Heated front seats
Front/rear comfort headrests
Full length center console -inc: adjustable rear air vents, rear seat heat controls, rear pwr outlet, dual cupholders, dual folding/height adjustable armrests w/storage, MMI controls
Front/rear floor mats
Aluminum door sills
Pwr tilt/telescopic 3-spoke multifunction leather steering wheel w/memory, audio controls & shift paddles
Driver info display -inc: trip computer, automatic check system, outside temp
Audi Multi-Media Interface (MMI) navigation plus -inc: 8" touch screen color display, handwriting recognition, Google Earth, real time traffic, voice control, 40GB hard disc drive storage
Pwr windows w/1-touch up/down & pinch protection
Pwr central locking system w/safety unlock feature if airbags deploy
Keyless start
Remote trunk/fuel tank release
HomeLink universal garage door opener
Cruise control
Anti-theft alarm system w/immobilizer
Audi Connect wireless internet connectivity -inc: (6) month trial subscription
Dual-zone auto air conditioning
Rear window defogger w/timer
Rear seat heat ducts
Cooled glove box
Leatherette on upper dashboard
Wood upper inlays
Brushed aluminum silver lower trim
Rear center folding armrest w/cupholders
Front/rear door storage pockets
Auto-dimming rearview mirror w/compass
Rear pwr sunshade
Driver & front passenger illuminated visor vanity mirrors -inc: normal & magnified mirrors
(4) assist handles w/slow retraction feature
Interior lighting -inc: front/rear reading lights, courtesy delay, fade-in/fade-out, automatic-on when key is removed, trunk, lighter, ashtray, front/rear footwells, storage compartments, door sills
Customizable ambient LED lighting
Leather-wrapped shift knob/hand brake lever
Front seatback map pockets
Front passenger cargo net located on center console
Rear center console w/storage
(4) tie-down eyelets in trunk

4.2L DOHC FSI 32-valve V8 engine
8-speed automatic transmission
Front/rear hypoid gear electronic differential locks (EDL)
Torsen torque sensing center differential
quattro permanent all-wheel drive
110-amp/hr battery
140-amp alternator
Audi space frame (ASF) -inc: aluminum frame & body structure
Adaptive air suspension
5-link front suspension w/upper & lower control arms
Trapezoidal-link rear suspension
Front/rear stabilizer bars
Audi drive select -inc: comfort, auto, dynamic, & individual modes
Servotronic speed-sensitive pwr rack & pinion steering
Pwr vented front/rear disc brakes
Electromechanical parking brake -inc: auto release
Audi pre sense basic crash preparation

CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS
NORTHEAST EMISSIONS
GLACIER WHITE METALLIC
PWR TILT/SLIDE SOLAR SUNROOF
EMERALD BLACK METALLIC
REAR PWR SUNSHADE W/REAR SIDE PWR SUNSHADES
HAVANNA BLACK METALLIC
OOLONG GREY METALLIC
WALNUT BROWN WOOD UPPER INLAYS (N/A w/PEZ Audi Design Pkg)
ASSAM GRAY VAVONA WOOD UPPER INLAYS (N/A w/PEZ Audi Design Pkg)
DVD CHANGER (REQ: 9WP Rear Seat Entertainment)
FRONT LICENSE PLATE HOLDER *For vehicles ordered in states that require front license plates*
FRONT GRILLE FILLER PANEL *For vehicles ordered in states that do not require front license plates*
LEATHER PACKAGE -inc: door armrest, center console, airbag cap, stitching
NIGHT BLUE PEARL
AUDI GUARD ALL-WEATHER FLOOR MATS (PIO)
BANG & OLUFSEN ADVANCED SOUND SYSTEM W/(19) SPEAKERS, 1400-WATTS
AUDI GUARD TEXTILE FLOOR MATS (PIO)
4-ZONE AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL -inc: rear booster & rear center console controls
NIGHT VISION ASSISTANT -inc: pedestrian detection & warning
REAR SEAT ENTERTAINMENT -inc: dual 10" screens, single-DVD, 60GB hard disc drive storage, additional MMI controls in rear center armrest, (2) wireless headphones, Audi music interface, (2) SD card slots
FEDERAL EMISSIONS
BLACK, LEATHER SEATING SURFACES -inc: Assam gray vavona wood upper inlays
VELVET BEIGE, LEATHER SEATING SURFACES -inc: Assam gray vavona wood upper inlays
TITANIUM GREY, LEATHER SEATING SURFACES -inc: Assam gray vavona wood upper inlays
BALAO BROWN, LEATHER SEATING SURFACES -inc: ash natural balsamic brown wood upper inlays (REQ: PEZ Audi Design Pkg)
PHANTOM BLACK PEARL
ICE SILVER METALLIC
DRIVER ASSISTANCE PKG -inc: adaptive cruise control w/stop & go, Audi lane assist, Audi side assist, Audi pre sense plus, 4-spoke multifunction leather steering wheel w/audio controls & shift paddles (REQ: PPX Convenience Pkg)
STANDARD PAINT
COLD WEATHER PKG -inc: heated steering wheel, rear seat pass-through w/ski bag, heated rear seats
DUAL-PANE ACOUSTIC BREAK-RESISTANT SECURITY GLASS
AUDI DESIGN SELECTION PKG -inc: Balao brown valcona leather, brushed aluminum lower trim, snow white alcantara headliner, ash natural balsamic brown wood upper inlays, snow white seat stitching and piping (REQ: KS Seat Trim, PPX Convenience Pkg, WTH Premium Pkg, PAW Cold Weather Pkg, PF7 Leather Pkg)
FULL LEATHER PKG W/BLACK ALCANTARA HEADLINER -inc: fine Nappa leather upper/lower instrument panel, center console, knee rests, door/armrest trim, airbag cap (REQ: 3Y8 Rear Pwr Sunshades)
FULL LEATHER PKG W/ALCANTARA HEADLINER -inc: fine Nappa leather upper/lower instrument panel, center console, knee rests, door/armrest trim, airbag cap (REQ: 3Y8 Rear Pwr Sunshades) (N/A w/RZ or KL Seat Trim)
BLACK ALCANTARA HEADLINER (REQ: 7HB Leather Pkg, 3Y8 Pwr Rear Sunshades) (N/A w/PEZ Audi Design Pkg)
ALCANTARA HEADLINER (REQ: 7HB Leather Pkg, 3Y8 Pwr Rear Sunshades)
SPORT PKG -inc: 20" five-triple-spoke alloy wheels, 265/40R20 summer performance tires, adaptive air sport suspension, dynamic steering, quattro sport differential, 22-way pwr driver & front passenger sport/comfort multicontour pneumatic bucket seats, driver & front passenger pwr lumbar, driver & front passenger seat memory, driver & front passenger seat ventilation & massage (N/A w/PRK 20" Wheels, WTH Premium Pkg or PEZ Audi Design Pkg)
CONVENIENCE PKG -inc: keyless entry, pwr trunk open/close, pwr soft-closing doors, front/rear parking sensors
20" 10-PARALLEL-SPOKE ALLOY WHEELS -inc: 265/40R20 summer performance tires (N/A w/PPT Sport Pkg)
LED HEADLIGHTS W/LED DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS
QUARTZ GRAY METALLIC
NOUGAT BROWN, LEATHER SEATING SURFACES -inc: walnut brown wood upper inlays
SAVANA BEIGE PEARL
IBIS WHITE
AUDI GUARD WHEEL LOCK KIT (PIO)
PREMIUM PKG -inc: 22-way pwr driver & front passenger multicontour pneumatic bucket seats, driver & front passenger pwr lumbar, driver & front passenger seat memory, driver & front passenger seat ventilation & massage, driver & front passenger seat wood trim (N/A w/PPT Sport Pkg)