Detail Pictures The Audi S8 Features

A high performance luxury sport automobile, the 2009 Audi S8 brings extraordinary performance at lower cost compared to others in its class. The Audi S8 features a Lamborghini-derived aluminum engine with V10 Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC) gasoline engine with an ample 5.2 Liter displacement. The regulated high pressure and low pressure fuel system works with Audi's FSI gasoline direct injection to maximize fuel economy and to reduce emissions. Through gasoline direct, the S8 can change the air to fuel ratio to vary fuel consumption from ultra lean to full power depending on the load (whether light or heavy) and driver's rate of acceleration. This ensures saves fuel while providing power on demand.

Virtually identical to the 2008 model, the 2009 S8 features electronic engine management that provides features such as single rod ignition coils, master/slave control units, lambda control for selected cylinders, knock control, solid state voltage distribution and a quick start secondary air system. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC, or drive by wire) is used by the S8 to ensure superb performance regardless of ambient and engine temperatures, altitude and load.

Ensuring the availability of maximum power at all times, the S8's variable valve timing engine adjusts timing on the fly while the engine is running. At 7,000 rpm, the engine puts out 450 horsepower. At 3,500, the engine turns with 398 foot pounds of torque. While tuned to the luxury car application, this engine can still accelerate the S8 from 0 mph to 60 mph in less than 6 seconds.