Audi chose the International Motor Show Goodwood Festival of Speed in the UK for the European debut of long wheelbase version of the A8, sales of which will commence before the end of this year.
Audi A8 L is not only the longest modification of the German flagship, but also the most powerful version of the model. Compared with normal sedan car Audi A8 L increased by 130 mm and was higher at 2 mm. Under the hood of the model installed 6.3-liter gasoline engine with technology W12 FSI direct fuel injection. Power plant capacity is 500 hp, maximum torque - 625 Nm at 3,250 rpm. Getting to the "hundreds" motor accelerates the 5.26-meter car in just 4.9 seconds. Top speed is limited to forcibly Electronics at 250 km / hour.
Outwardly, long wheelbase version of the Audi A8 is different from the usual "Eight different grille, chrome inserts, nameplates" W12 "and the new exhaust system pipes, which are built into the rear bumper, wrote GTSpirit.
In the basic configuration elongated Audi A8 has a triple sofa, which can be replaced by extra two chairs separated by a central tunnel. Seats are equipped with electric, massage function, heating and cooling. Available rear passengers is a multimedia entertainment system with two 10.2-inch displays, folding tables and other things for a comfortable journey.
Cost Audi A8 L in the German company has not been disclosed.