Compare 2012 Audi A8 specifications by trim levels

A8 is a 4-seat Sedan from Audi, which first hit the market back in 1999.

With the price tag ranging from $78,750 to $133,500, the Audi A8 faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Acura RLX, BMW 750.

Overview

Wheels

Bulb Size

The Audi A8 has a maximum towing capacity of 5000 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.

The Audi A8 boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 21 to 28 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.

The maximum width and height is 76.70mm x 207.40mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.

Key Specs of 2012 Audi A8

  • Fuel Tank: 23.8 gal

  • Wheelbase: 117.8 in

  • MPG: 18 city/28 hwy

  • 0-60 mph: 5.3 sec

  • Towing capacity: 5000 lbs

  • Curb: 4409 lbs

  • Tires: P255/45HR19.0 BSW AS

  • Cargo: 13.2 cu.ft

  • Passenger capacity: 4 - 5

  • Dimensions(LxWxH): from 202.2 x 76.7 x 57.5



2012 Audi A8 Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures

The Audi A8 is offered in 3 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades

Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Audi A8 safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.

Compare the Audi A8 specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.

Specs

    • Main Info

    • Body Style Sedan

    • Doors 4

    • Engine

    • Horsepower 372 hp –
      500 hp

    • Torque 328 lb-ft. –
      463 lb-ft.

    • 0-60mph / 0-100kmh 4.9 - 5.7 sec

    • 1/4 mile time 13.2 - 14.4 sec

    • Dimensions

    • Length 202.2 in

    • Width 76.7 in

    • Height 57.5 in

    • Wheelbase 117.8 in

    • Curb Weight 4409 lbs

    • Towing capacity 5000 lbs

    • Turning radius 20.5 ft

    • CAPACITY

    • Seats 5

    • Passenger volume 115

    • FUEL

    • Fuel tank 23.8 gal

    • City 14 - 18 mpg

    • Combined 18 - 24 mpg

    • Highway 21 - 28 mpg

    • Highway range 499.8 - 666.4 mi



Specifications

4.2 4dr All-wheel Drive quattro Sedan

L W12 6.3 4dr All-wheel Drive quattro LWB Sedan

L 4.2 4dr All-wheel Drive quattro LWB Sedan

Exterior length
202.20 in 207.40 in 207.40 in
Exterior body width
76.70 in 76.70 in 76.70 in
Exterior height
57.50 in 57.90 in 57.90 in
Horsepower
372 500 372
Torque
328 463 328
Fuel economy - city
18 mpg 14 mpg 18 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
28 mpg 21 mpg 28 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
5.30 seconds 4.90 seconds 5.70 seconds
1/4 mile time
14.00 seconds 13.20 seconds 14.40 seconds
1/4 mile speed
97 mph 106 mph 92 mph
Lateral acceleration (g)
0.90 0.90 0.90
Slalom speed
59 mph 58 mph 58 mph
Bore-and-Stroke
3.33/3.65 " 3.39/3.56 " 3.33/3.65 "
Curb weight
4409.00 lbs 4773.00 lbs 4453.00 lbs
Wheelbase
117.80 in 122.90 in 122.90 in
Front track
64.70 " 64.70 " 64.70 "
Rear track
64.40 " 64.40 " 64.40 "
Turning radius
20.50 20.50 20.50
Front legroom
41.40 in 41.40 in 41.40 in
Rear legroom
38.70 in 42.90 in 42.90 in
Front headroom
37.20 in 37.20 in 37.20 in
Rear headroom
38.10 in 39.10 in 39.10 in
Front shoulder room
59.10 in 59.10 in 59.10 in
Rear shoulder room
57.80 in 57.80 in 57.80 in
Luggage volume
13.20 cu.ft. 13.20 cu.ft. 13.20 cu.ft.
Luggage volume (max)
13.20 cu.ft. 13.20 cu.ft. 13.20 cu.ft.
Passenger volume
115 cu.ft. 122 cu.ft. 122 cu.ft.
Fuel tank
23.80 gal. 23.80 gal. 23.80 gal.
Drag coefficient
0.26 0.27 0.26

Interior Features

4.2 4dr All-wheel Drive quattro Sedan

L W12 6.3 4dr All-wheel Drive quattro LWB Sedan

L 4.2 4dr All-wheel Drive quattro LWB Sedan

12V DC power outlet
4 6 4
Seatback storage pockets
2 2 2

Exterior Features

4.2 4dr All-wheel Drive quattro Sedan

L W12 6.3 4dr All-wheel Drive quattro LWB Sedan

L 4.2 4dr All-wheel Drive quattro LWB Sedan

Door count
4 doors 4 doors 4 doors
Sunroof
1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass 1st row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass
Front tires
P255/45HR19.0 BSW AS P265/40HR20.0 BSW AS P255/45HR19.0 BSW AS
Wheels
19" silver aluminum 20" silver aluminum 19" silver aluminum
2nd row sunroof
exterior express open/close tilting glass with power sunshade exterior express open/close tilting glass with power sunshade

Seats

4.2 4dr All-wheel Drive quattro Sedan

L W12 6.3 4dr All-wheel Drive quattro LWB Sedan

L 4.2 4dr All-wheel Drive quattro LWB Sedan

Standard seating
5 4 5

Entertainment System

4.2 4dr All-wheel Drive quattro Sedan

L W12 6.3 4dr All-wheel Drive quattro LWB Sedan

L 4.2 4dr All-wheel Drive quattro LWB Sedan

Speakers
14 14 14
Amplifier
630W premium 630W premium 630W premium
1st row LCD screen
2 2 2
2nd row LCD screen
2 2 2

Safety and Security Features

4.2 4dr All-wheel Drive quattro Sedan

L W12 6.3 4dr All-wheel Drive quattro LWB Sedan

L 4.2 4dr All-wheel Drive quattro LWB Sedan

Door curb lights
4 4 4

Mechanical Features

4.2 4dr All-wheel Drive quattro Sedan

L W12 6.3 4dr All-wheel Drive quattro LWB Sedan

L 4.2 4dr All-wheel Drive quattro LWB Sedan

Axle ratio
3.20 3.20 3.20

Other Specs

4.2 4dr All-wheel Drive quattro Sedan

L W12 6.3 4dr All-wheel Drive quattro LWB Sedan

L 4.2 4dr All-wheel Drive quattro LWB Sedan

Maximum towing capacity
5000 lbs. 5000 lbs. 5000 lbs.