Vehicle Overview
Key specifications and features at a glance
A8 S8
Overview
The i5 i5 eDrive40
2017
Year
2023
3996
Engine
81.2
420
Power
—
Petrol
Fuel
Electric
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
5
Seating
5
Detailed Specifications
Complete technical specifications comparison
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A8 S8
Specification
The i5 i5 eDrive40
3996
Engine Capacity
—
EA825
Engine Code
—
V
Cylinder Configuration
—
8
Number of Cylinders
—
Twin-turbocharged
Aspiration
—
—
Battery Capacity
81.2
—
Battery Capacity Gross
84.3
—
Battery Capacity Usable
81.2
—
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
—
Electric Range
516 km (WLTP)
—
Energy Consumption
19.5
420
Power
250
800
Torque
400
—
0–100 km/h
6
250
Top Speed
193
—
AC Charging Power
11
—
DC Fast Charging Power
205
—
AC Connector
Type-2
—
DC Connector
Ccs2
—
DC Charging
10–80% in 30 min (205 kW DC)
—
Heat Pump
Yes
—
One-Pedal Driving
Yes
—
Regenerative Braking
Yes
AWD
Drive Type
RWD
14.5
Fuel Economy City
—
8.2
Fuel Economy Highway
—
11.4
Fuel Economy Combined
—
Euro 6
Emission Standard
—
265 / 35 R21 front; 305 / 30 R21 rear
Tyre Size
245 / 40 R20
21
Wheel Size
20
4
Number of Doors
4
5
Seating Capacity
5
Ventilated disc
Front Brakes
Ventilated disc
Ventilated disc
Rear Brakes
Ventilated disc
Five-link adaptive air suspension
Front Suspension
Double wishbone
Five-link adaptive air suspension
Rear Suspension
Multi-link
Electric rack and pinion
Steering Type
Electric power steering
8
Number of Airbags
8
2300
Towing Capacity
1500
12.5
Turning Circle
—
Dimensions & Weight
Physical specifications and measurements
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A8 S8
Dimension
The i5 i5 eDrive40
82
Fuel Tank Capacity
—
5190
Length
5060
1945
Width
1900
1474
Height
1515
2998
Wheelbase
2995
120
Ground Clearance
146
2230
Kerb Weight
2205
505
Boot Space
490
Features Comparison
Standard and optional equipment comparison
Safety
A8 S8
Feature
The i5 i5 eDrive40
Adaptive Cruise Control
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keep Assist
Blind Spot Monitoring
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Traffic Sign Recognition
Driver Attention Monitor
Front Parking Sensors
Rear Parking Sensors
360 Camera
Reverse Camera
Hill Start Assist
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Rear Occupant Alert
Comfort
A8 S8
Feature
The i5 i5 eDrive40
Keyless Entry
NFC Keyless Entry
Push Button Start
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Tri-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Ventilated Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Power Tailgate
Remote Start
Power Driver Seat
Power Passenger Seat
Memory Seats
Auto Dimming Mirror
Rain Sensing Wipers
Adaptive Headlights
Interior Exterior
A8 S8
Feature
The i5 i5 eDrive40
Leather Seats
Fabric Seats
Ambient Lighting
Sunroof
Panoramic Roof
LED Headlights
Matrix LED Headlights
Daytime Running Lights
Alloy Wheels
Roof Rails
Rear Privacy Glass
Power Folding Mirrors
Technology
A8 S8
Feature
The i5 i5 eDrive40
Touchscreen Display
Digital Instrument Cluster
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Phone Charging
Built-in Navigation
Premium Audio System
Head-Up Display
USB-C Ports
Bluetooth Connectivity
Voice Control
Connected Car App
Charging & Battery Tech
A8 S8
Feature
The i5 i5 eDrive40
AC home charging
DC fast-charge capable
Scheduled charging
Charging Cable Included
Portable Charger Included
Wall Charger Compatible
Battery Preconditioning
Heat Pump
EV / Hybrid Drive Features
A8 S8
Feature
The i5 i5 eDrive40
Regenerative braking
Drive mode select
EV / hybrid drive modes
One Pedal Driving
V2L
V2G
Electric vehicle features
A8 S8
Feature
The i5 i5 eDrive40
Aero Alloy Wheels
Charging Port Light Indicator
Pros & Cons
Strengths and weaknesses of each vehicle
Audi A8 S8
Pros
- +Exceptional 420 kW V8 performance
- +Strong quattro traction
- +Luxury executive cabin
- +Adaptive air suspension comfort
- +Discreet high-performance styling
Cons
- −Extremely high fuel use
- −Very expensive running costs
- −Large tyres are costly
- −Complex systems need specialists
- −Performance exceeds most road needs
BMW The i5 i5 eDrive40
Pros
- +Long electric driving range
- +Fast 205 kW DC charging
- +Refined rear-wheel-drive handling
- +Spacious premium five-seat cabin
- +Eight-year battery warranty
Cons
- −Very high Pakistan price
- −Limited public fast-charging network
- −Low ground clearance
- −Expensive tyres and repairs
- −Range falls with hard driving
Which one should you buy?
Best for Performance: Audi A8 S8
System power around 420 kW supports a solid performance score.
Best for Practicality / Space: Audi A8 S8
Boot and practicality-related dimensions score well for everyday use.
Best Overall: Audi A8 S8
Across performance, value, efficiency, and practicality, this variant shows a balanced overall profile.
Our Recommendation
Choose Audi A8 S8 if: You prioritise performance and responsive power.
Bottom Line: Audi A8 S8 leads on performance and Audi A8 S8 leads on practicality.
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