2017 LA Auto Show: Audi Unveils New Generation A8 Sedan

After a grand premiere in Spain, Audi has pulled the wraps of the new generation Audi A8 luxury sedan at the ongoing LA Auto Show. The all new generation Audi A8, now in its 4th generation, comes with a new premium design language, new touchscreen MMI system and driver assistance technologies that aim to redefine the future premium Audi models. The body of the 2019 A8 consists of 58 percent aluminium parts paired with hot form-steel and ultra-high strength carbon fibre reinforced polymer components, creating a dramatically stronger body in white over the outgoing model.

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The front with its broad, upright single frame grille, the flowing and muscular body design and the rear with its full-length strip of dynamic lighting, radiate the powerful presence of the new A8. The flat roof dome offers the sedan a sporty touch, while stretched lines underscore its length and luxury presence. The upright front end combined with the gently sloped rear creates visual interest. The proportions equally highlight the front and rear wheels, with definition at the wheel arches calling attention to the standard Quattro all-wheel drive. The exterior lighting is state-of-the-art, particularly when equipped with HD Matrix LED headlights and rear lamps with OLED technology, further cementing Audi lighting leadership.

(The 2018 Audi A8 sprints from 0 to 100 kmph in just 4.5 seconds)

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On the inside, Audi has made sure that the passenger is at his/her most comfortable self. A host of relaxation and comfort features, from available, fully customizable Matrix LED reading lights, allows the customer to direct overhead lighting where it's needed most, to reclining and multi-setting heated massage seating. Further enhancing the rear-passenger experience are electrically height-adjustable comfort head restraints, footrests, a long centre heated console and arm rests, four-zone automatic air conditioning, the rear seat entertainment system comprising of two Audi tablets, and a detachable rear seat remote. Stored in the centre console, this smartphone-sized OLED touch control remote allows passengers to conveniently customize their seating and infotainment preferences.

In terms of technology, this latest generation is no different as Audi approaches the digital age with a revolutionary infotainment concept debuting in the A8. It gets a 10.1-inch touchscreen display, MMI Navigation, all-new HERE-powered map and navigation system and Bang & Olufsen brings its leading audio expertise to the A8, adding 3D surround sound to the luxury sedan for the first time.

(It gets a 10.1-inch touchscreen display, MMI Navigation, all-new HERE-powered map and navigation system and Bang & Olufsen speakers)

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Under the hood of the new generation Audi A8 is a new 3.0-litre V6 turbo engine paired with a new 48-volt electric mild-hybrid drivetrain. This 10Ah lithium-ion battery and new belt driven alternator starter (BAS) sprints from 0 to 100 kmph in just 4.5 seconds. With the battery's energy content of 95 kilowatt-hours, its range is in excess of 500 kilometres. There are two options for charging the battery: a wired fast charging function at 150 kW or wireless charging via the Audi Wireless Charging system.