Audi has always appealed to wealthy consumers because it is a luxury sedan of class and comfort. The new 2012 A8 possess advantages of luxurious accommodation and of course the latest that technology has to offer. The strength of the A8 is the Quattro all-wheel-drive system with winter weather capability along with its aluminum frame and body panels making it a great competitor to its rivals.
The A8 gives a sporting feel with its 4.2 liter V8 engine delivering 372 horsepower through an eight speed automatic transmission along with the Quattro all-wheel-drive system. The high tech features highlight a dynamic steering system, cruise control with stop and go capability, automatic emergency brake, and night vision with thermal imaging and pedestrian detection. An addition to the Audi’s MMI electronics is a touchpad interface and Google Earth for the navigation system.
The interior tech features are amazing. The leather wrapped 3 spoke multifunction steering wheel with shift and paddles allows easy access to DIS (Driver Info. System), navigation, voice prompts, audio volume control, Bluetooth operation, and radio and CD selection. The shift paddles are for manual controlled rapid gear shift. For the NWB and L model there is an 18-way powered seat and the W12 model has a 22-way powered seat which is a memory system and has electric adjustments. At the touch of a button there is a sunshade for the rear window.
The current A8 is one of the most favorite sedans because it is a perfect blend of technology, style and performance. It was not awarded “Best Luxury Sedan” by Road and Track and Car and Driver for no reason.
