Audi A8 D3 2002 - 2010 - Used, advantages, disadvantages

Audi A8 D3

In 2002, the second generation was introduced Audi The A8 (D3 internal code) has replaced you with the previous Audi A8 D2. The model is only available as a 5.06-door 5.19 m or 8 m long A2005 L. In 2007, the model received a slight change in the design of that dominant one-piece front grille. In 2010, another redesign followed, and in 8, the existing Audi A3 D8 model ceased production and was replaced by a new model under the Audi A4 DXNUMX.

All models Audi The A8s of this generation are equipped with four-wheel drive in addition to the model with weaker engines on which customers can also choose front-wheel drive only.
The Audi A8 D3 engine range offers 6 and 8 cylinder petrol and diesel engines.
Gasoline engines range from 210 to 350 hp, while diesel engines have 233 to 326 hp.
The most powerful engine offered with the prestigious S8 sports car is the 5,2 liter V10 engine with 450 hp, while the strongest engine in the luxury version is the 6,0 liter W12 quattro engine which also has 450 hp.
Although the Audi A8 has not been tested in the EUROCAP Crash test, standard airbags include driver and front passenger airbags, side airbags and head airbags, automatic seat belt pretensioners, ABS brakes, brake assist, power steering and electronic stability control.
All models of the Audi A8 boast low defects and the car is above average in all categories (comfort, driving characteristics, durability, quality) and shows no shortcomings. Electronic malfunctions, wear on the axle bracket, and lighting may occur, but all of this occurs after a very long mileage.
Due to expensive maintenance, when buying an Audi A8 D3, you should take into account the latest services made on the vehicle. Since aluminum body repairs are expensive when buying, one should take a good look at whether the car needs any body repairs.
When buying a used Audi A8 model, it should be taken into account that a larger number of cylinders also means higher maintenance costs. The most common model is with a 4,2-liter V8 engine with 335 hp, and later as a 4,2-liter FSI engine with 350 hp, and for everyday use should be calculated fuel consumption of 11-13 liters per 100 km. Slightly more economical are diesel engines and a 3,0-liter engine with 233 hp and a consumption of 9-10 liters per 100 km. Buyers of diesel engines should pay attention to existing fuel consumption and exhaust emissions.

Advantages - Audi A8 D3

• Very good workmanship
• Safe and comfortable hanging
• Spaciousness in the interior
• Quality equipment
• High level of security

Mane - Audi A8 D3

• High maintenance and repair costs
• Partly high fuel consumption

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