2014 Audi A8, S8, A8L and A8 Hybrid Facelift

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Audi revealed today the new 2014 A8 Facelift model line-up, which includes the A8, the S8, the A8 Hybrid and the flagship version, the A8L W12. Apart from the updated exterior and interior design, the 2014 Audi A8 line-up comes with several other novelties, which include more powerful engines, new assistance systems and innovative Matrix LED headlights. Audi says that all versions of the 2014 A8 facelift are more efficient, requiring less fuel and having fewer emissions. The short wheelbase version of the A8 (2014), of the S8 (2014) and of the 2014 A8 hybrid measure 16.86 ft. (5.14 meters) in length, 4.79 ft. (1.46 meters) in height, 6.40 ft. (1.95 meters) in width and they have a 9.81 ft. (2.99 meters) long wheelbase. The 2014 Audi A8L is 5.12 in (13 cm) longer in both length and wheelbase.

This means it has more interior space for the rear passengers. The facelifted A8 (2014) with a normal wheelbase has a curb weight of just 4,034.46 lb. (1,830 kilograms). This is the lightest AWD model in its class. To get such a low weight, its body is built from aluminum using the Audi Space Frame (ASF) design. The 2014 A8's body weighs just 509.27 lb. (231 kilograms).

In terms of design, the 2014 Audi A8, the facelifted S8, the 2014 A8L and the new A8 Hybrid come with a re-styled hood, Singleframe grille and front bumper. The headlights have also been remodeled. The 2014 A8 facelift comes with LED headlights as standard.



Optionally, it can be equipped with Matrix LED headlights that feature intelligent cornering lights, new DRLs and dynamic turn signals. The rear lights of the 2014 A8 facelift are flatter. Apart from the 2014 S8 facelift, the 2014 A8 model range comes with two rhomboid tailpipes. Other design changes include chrome strips, high-gloss black window frames and new wheel designs.

The 2014 Audi A8 facelift is going to be sold with a choice between several engines:

- 2014 Audi A8 3.0 TFSI: 228 kW (310 hp);
- 2014 Audi A8 4.0 TFSI: twin-turbo V8, 320 kW (435 hp), 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) in 4.5 seconds;
- 2014 Audi A8 3.0 TDI clean diesel: 190 kW (258 hp), fuel consumption 39.87 US mpg / 5.9 liters per 100 kilometers, 249.45 g/mile / 155 g/km CO2;
- 2014 Audi A8 4.2 TDI clean diesel: 283 kW (385 hp) and 850 Nm (626.93 lb-ft);
- 2014 Audi S8 facelift: 4.0 TFSI twin-turbo V8, 380 kW (520 hp). With this engine, the facelifted S8 (2014), 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) in 4.2 seconds, 23.29 US mpg / 28 UK mpg / 10.1 liters per 100 kilometers fuel economy, 378.20 g/mile / 235 g/km CO2 emissions level;
- 2014 Audi A8L facelift: 6.3-liter W12 engine, 368 kW (500 hp), 20.10 US mpg / 24.1 UK mpg / 11.7 liters per 100 kilometers fuel consumption, 434.52 g/mile / 270 g/km CO2 emissions level;
- 2014 Audi A8 hybrid: 2.0 TFSI and electric motor, 180 kW (245 hp) and 480 Nm (354.03 lb-ft) of torque, electric-only range 62.14 mph (100 km), fuel economy 37.34 US mpg / 6.3 liters of per 100 kilometers, 236.57 g/mile / 147 g/km CO2.

The 2014 A8 models come with Cylinder On Demand technology and with Active Noise Cancellation (ANC). The 2014 A8 facelift is going to be available with an 8-speed Tiptronic transmission, an optional rear sport differential, adaptive air suspension with adaptive damping, an optional sportier suspension, and dynamic steering. The 2014 A8L and the V8 models are available with optional carbon ceramic brakes.

The interior highlights of the 2014 A8 range include front seats with ventilation and massage functions, a continuous, leather-covered center console, four-zone automatic air conditioning, power-assisted closing cooler. Of course there a few new material combinations too.

For the 2014 A8 range, Audi is offering adaptive cruise control with Stop&Go, the side assist system, active lane assist, park assist system with a 360 degree display, a head-up display, the MMI navigation plus system, WLAN hotspot, a Bang & Olufsen Advanced Sound System, and the Rear Seat Entertainment system with two displays, Bluetooth headphones and a DVD player.

The 2014 Audi A8 facelift's price list starts at 74,500 Euros. The Ingolstadt carmaker says that the updated version of their flag-ship sedan will go on sale this November.


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