Audi's flagship model is designed as a highly efficient parallel hybrid. 2.0 TFSI, which has been altered in some areas, generates an output of 155 kW (211 hp) and 350 Nm (258.15 pounds-ft) of torque is available between 1500 and 4200 rpm. Internal combustion engine works with a disc-shaped electric motor that develops 40 kW (54 hp) and 210 Nm (154.89 pounds-ft).
The permanent magnet synchronous motor is mounted in the space normally occupied by the torque converter in front of the modified eight-speed Tiptronic. A multi-plate clutch that operates in an oil bath connecting to or from the electric motor and the TFSI engine. The link operates ultra-precise and careful in all situations. The very comfortable and fast-changing hybrid transmission guides torque to the front wheels, with its wide gear spread it contributes to the efficiency of the Audi A8 hybrid.
The current system output of 180 kW (245 hp) and the system torque of 480 Nm (354.03 pounds-ft) ensures extremely smooth performance. Audi A8 hybrid reaches 100 km / h (62.14 km / h) of 7.7 seconds from a standing start and has a top speed of 235 km / h (146.02 mph). Fuel consumption in EU cycle is less than 6.4 liters per 100 km (36.75 U.S. mpg) and CO2 emissions of less than 148 grams per kilometer (238.18 g / mile). Please note that all figures are preliminary.
Audi A8 hybrid can run on up to 100 km / h (62.14 km / h) solely on electricity and has a range of up to three kilometers (1.86 miles) at a steady 60 km / h (37.28 mph). This gives the driver the choice between three modes: SR characteristic short prioritize the electric drive, while the D-mode effectively controls both engine and electric motor. S-mode and Tiptronic gate is designed for a sporty driving style. Hybrid sedan has five operational modes: with the TFSI engine alone, with electric drive alone or in hybrid fashion, recreation and the increase is also possible. Dual display shows the driver all the modes in detail.
Lithium-ion battery, which weighs 36.7 kg (80.91 pounds), is in a crash-proof area of the trunk. This gives 1.3 kWh nominal energy and up to 40 kW. Two different methods are used to air-cool the battery, depending on your needs: with air blown from the cab with a fan, and via a separate cooling circuit connected to the automatic air conditioning. The battery is kept within the temperature window needed to perform to its full potential over a wide range. The electric engine and compact power electronics, which acts as a controller between the electric motor and battery are water cooled.
In visual terms, the Audi A8 hybrid characterized by fine detail. The ten spokes of their wheels - which has a diameter of 18 inches as standard and 19 inches as an alternative - reminiscent of the turbine blades. The body has hybrid badges, and Arctic Silver are available as an exclusive paint finish. The metallic paint, three-zone automatic climate control, LED headlights and Bose audio system comes standard.
