A8/S8 [Official] Audi S8 Plus
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2016 Audi S8 Plus Review
Always thought the Audi S8 is a bit slow and too quiet? Audi comes to your rescue with the new Audi S8 Plus! Its Audi’s ultimate performance limousine based on the A8. We had the exclusive opportunity to test the Audi S8 Plus and it didn’t let us down.
The Audi S8 Plus is based on the third generation S8 which was first introduced in 2012. The S8 has built a solid reputation since its inception in 1996 and true to the original it still combines luxury with performance. One of its signature features is Audi’s Quattro all-wheel-drive and after a generation equipped with a V10 engine, the latest S8 once again uses a V8 power plant.
Engine & Performance
The new Audi S8 Plus comes with the same 4.0-liter V8 Biturbo engine under the bonnet as the ‘normal’ Audi S8. However, thanks to a raised red line, higher boost levels of both turbos and some other modifications, the V8 engine produces 605hp (between 6,100-6,800 rpm). That is a whopping 85hp more than regular S8 and only 5hp shy of Audi’s halo sportscar the R8 V10 plus.
The S8 Plus also has more torque as the regular S8: 700Nm between 1,750-6,000 rpm and 750Nm for short bursts in overboost mode between 2,500-5,500 rpm. That is also significantly more than the 650Nm of torque of the S8.
This gives the Audi S8 Plus some pretty impressive acceleration figures: 0-100 km/h in just 3.8 seconds and 0-200 km/h 12.3 sec. The top speed is raised to 305 km/h with the dynamic packages which comes standard in Germany and some other markets. In other markets the S8 Plus is limited to 250 km/h as standard but that can be lifted to 305 km/h as well by ticking the Dynamic Package on the option list.
Chassis, Suspension & Gearbox
The S8 uses a full aluminum chassis which helps to keep the dry weight to 2,065 kilograms. The standard air suspension allows the driver to change between comfort and sport, although even in comfort the ride is fairly firm. The suspension received specific ‘S’ tuning to make sure it not only goes fast in a straight line but also manages to tackle corners quickly. It is only available as short wheel base version which aids the driving dynamics but may leave some customers that want the extra space in the back combined with the best performance left wanting more.
The engine is paired with a 8-speed tiptronic gearbox developed by ZF. Although this is a single clutch gearbox it provides solid performance and quick shifts and it is no wonder that its used by many other high torque cars like the Bentley Continental GT and Range Rover Supercharged. Only when you overrule the gearbox with the steering wheel mounted paddles it sometimes finds itself a little flustered. The paddles are sadly the same as in many other Audis, our GTspirit SQ5 included. It would have been nicer if the S8 Plus came with some solid aluminum or carbon fibre paddles.
Design
Our test car is finished in the stunning matt Silver dubbed Florett Silver. It clearly shows the subtle but cool design changes the S8 Plus received over the S8. These include a carbon front splitter, carbon air intake inlets and a black grill. On the rear the changes are more significant with a carbon boot lip, smoked rear lights, black diffuser and two black twin pipes of the sports exhaust system.
In this config the S8 Plus is a clear eye catcher. Where ever we go the luxury limousine turns heads and during our shoot people frequently stopped to find out more about the car.
Interior
Inside you find lots of leather, alcantara and S8 Plus specific red stitching throughout the cabin. We particularly like the standard alcantara roof trim. In both the front and the rear you find S8 signage but a reference to the Plus is nowhere to be seen. Seating position behind the wheel is very good, seats are comfortable yet offer good side support even for a taller driver as myself.
In the back leg space is obviously not as plentiful as in a long wheel base limousine but is still sufficient. Headroom is better than in some of its sporty competitors like the Jaguar XJR and Porsche Panamera Turbo. Optionally you can also equip the S8 Plus with massage seats in the rear. In general the S8 Plus is very well equipped and it is the only Audi that comes with the assistance package (which includes Adaptive Cruise Control, Parking Assistance Plus, Lane Assist and Side Assist) and Audi Connect (including wifi hotspot and live traffic) as standard.
Audio wise a Bose system is standard with Bang & Olufsen as optional extra. In our test car the Bang & Olufsen system did well although it can’t quite match the excellent Burmester system available for the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. In the rear you can add rear seat entertainment which includes two 10.2 inch displays, dedicated 20gb jukebox, SD slots, usb, ipod etc, DVD player.
Driving Experience
We pick up our brand new 2016 Audi S8 Plus at the Audi factory in Neckarsulm. This is not only the place where the Audi A6 and A8 are being built but also home of Quattro GmbH, Audi’s dedicated in-house tuning firm responsible for development of all R, S and RS models. Inside the Audi Forum we had a quick look at the special R8 exhibition before heading downstairs to the main entrance where we were handed the keys to our S8 Plus for the day.
As you can expect from a car in this segment, you no longer need to take the key out of your pocket and just press of the start button to bring the V8 engine to life. I have always been a fan of the S8 and even owned a second generation S8 years ago. But sound wise the S8 has always been on the sophisticated side of the scale. That all changes with the new S8 Plus, the sports exhaust that comes standard as part of the dynamic package is properly loud and provides a delicious full-bodied V8 soundtrack.
But before we test out the dynamic mode we leave Neckarsulm in comfort mode. As already mentioned above the air suspension is fairly sporty even in comfort. On road surfaces that are not very smooth you will clearly feel the bumps. Comfort wise Audi did add active noise cancelation that helps reduce the level of noise you register at certain rev ranges.
Out of the city and with a warm engine we change from comfort to dynamic and plant our right foot for the first time. The performance is very impressive, not just in acceleration but in braking as well. In markets where it comes standard with the dynamic package its fitted with carbon ceramic brakes which provide excellent stopping power.
About 30 minutes away from Neckarsulm we find what could be an auto journalists ideal test road. A combination of left and right hand corners in varying degrees, a proper hairpin and a few straights. And best of all its only frequented by about three cars per hour. As I steer the S8 Plus through the corners you do feel the weight of this luxury limousine, there is some body roll. Overall its handling comes much closer to a sportscar than we dared to imagine.
The sound, acceleration and braking exceeds our expectations, it truly is a world apart form the normal S8 and well worth the extra money. Sadly an autobahn test was not an option due to highway construction and a lot of traffic in the area but knowing what the RS6 and RS7 can do with only 560hp I’m confident the S8 Plus won’t let anyone down there either.
What to spec?
The Audi S8 Plus comes exceptionally well specced and there are only a few things we would really recommend. If the S8 Plus does not come with the Dynamic Package in your country make sure to spec that as its well worth it. The same goes for Audi Connect and the Assistance package.
Seat Cooling & Massage function: Nothing better than having a cool seat in Summer and a relaxing massage on the way to a meeting.
Rear seat entertainment: A must if you ever plan to sit in the back seat!
Matrix LED Headlights: They not only look cool but the adaptive matrix LED lights make driving in the dark much safer.
What about the Competition?
The performance limousine market is getting more crowded year after year. The benchmark is set by the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and although I do love the style and dynamics of the S8 Plus, the S63 AMG offers a wider bandwidth between comfort and performance. Also in luxury, infotainment and assistance systems the S-class is just that little bit better. Performance and handling wise the S8 Plus is the clear winner though. In this spectrum there are two other clear competitors: the Jaguar XJR, which we praised for its steering and dynamics, and the Porsche Panamera Turbo, that is as sporty as it gets with four doors. Along with the new BMW 7-Series (which we haven’t tested yet) and the Maserati Quattroporte (most stylish) it is very hard to pick a clear winner. But if you prefer to drive yourself the S8 Plus could very well be our favorite at the moment.
Conclusion
The new Audi S8 Plus is not a little plus but a very big PLUS! The 85hp more, 305 km/h top speed, ceramic brakes, sport exhaust and amazing standard equipment turns the S8 from a fast luxury limousine to a sportscar rivaling four-door. The only thing we don’t really like is the analogue Audi clock in the dashboard and the firm ride in comfort mode. After our test drive we have to conclude the S8 Plus would be a RS badge worthy.
The first Audi S8 Plus customer cars will be delivered from November 2015 in Germany.
http://gtspirit.com/2015/10/26/2016-audi-s8-plus-review/
Always thought the Audi S8 is a bit slow and too quiet? Audi comes to your rescue with the new Audi S8 Plus! Its Audi’s ultimate performance limousine based on the A8. We had the exclusive opportunity to test the Audi S8 Plus and it didn’t let us down.
The Audi S8 Plus is based on the third generation S8 which was first introduced in 2012. The S8 has built a solid reputation since its inception in 1996 and true to the original it still combines luxury with performance. One of its signature features is Audi’s Quattro all-wheel-drive and after a generation equipped with a V10 engine, the latest S8 once again uses a V8 power plant.
Engine & Performance
The new Audi S8 Plus comes with the same 4.0-liter V8 Biturbo engine under the bonnet as the ‘normal’ Audi S8. However, thanks to a raised red line, higher boost levels of both turbos and some other modifications, the V8 engine produces 605hp (between 6,100-6,800 rpm). That is a whopping 85hp more than regular S8 and only 5hp shy of Audi’s halo sportscar the R8 V10 plus.
The S8 Plus also has more torque as the regular S8: 700Nm between 1,750-6,000 rpm and 750Nm for short bursts in overboost mode between 2,500-5,500 rpm. That is also significantly more than the 650Nm of torque of the S8.
This gives the Audi S8 Plus some pretty impressive acceleration figures: 0-100 km/h in just 3.8 seconds and 0-200 km/h 12.3 sec. The top speed is raised to 305 km/h with the dynamic packages which comes standard in Germany and some other markets. In other markets the S8 Plus is limited to 250 km/h as standard but that can be lifted to 305 km/h as well by ticking the Dynamic Package on the option list.
Chassis, Suspension & Gearbox
The S8 uses a full aluminum chassis which helps to keep the dry weight to 2,065 kilograms. The standard air suspension allows the driver to change between comfort and sport, although even in comfort the ride is fairly firm. The suspension received specific ‘S’ tuning to make sure it not only goes fast in a straight line but also manages to tackle corners quickly. It is only available as short wheel base version which aids the driving dynamics but may leave some customers that want the extra space in the back combined with the best performance left wanting more.
The engine is paired with a 8-speed tiptronic gearbox developed by ZF. Although this is a single clutch gearbox it provides solid performance and quick shifts and it is no wonder that its used by many other high torque cars like the Bentley Continental GT and Range Rover Supercharged. Only when you overrule the gearbox with the steering wheel mounted paddles it sometimes finds itself a little flustered. The paddles are sadly the same as in many other Audis, our GTspirit SQ5 included. It would have been nicer if the S8 Plus came with some solid aluminum or carbon fibre paddles.
Design
Our test car is finished in the stunning matt Silver dubbed Florett Silver. It clearly shows the subtle but cool design changes the S8 Plus received over the S8. These include a carbon front splitter, carbon air intake inlets and a black grill. On the rear the changes are more significant with a carbon boot lip, smoked rear lights, black diffuser and two black twin pipes of the sports exhaust system.
In this config the S8 Plus is a clear eye catcher. Where ever we go the luxury limousine turns heads and during our shoot people frequently stopped to find out more about the car.
Interior
Inside you find lots of leather, alcantara and S8 Plus specific red stitching throughout the cabin. We particularly like the standard alcantara roof trim. In both the front and the rear you find S8 signage but a reference to the Plus is nowhere to be seen. Seating position behind the wheel is very good, seats are comfortable yet offer good side support even for a taller driver as myself.
In the back leg space is obviously not as plentiful as in a long wheel base limousine but is still sufficient. Headroom is better than in some of its sporty competitors like the Jaguar XJR and Porsche Panamera Turbo. Optionally you can also equip the S8 Plus with massage seats in the rear. In general the S8 Plus is very well equipped and it is the only Audi that comes with the assistance package (which includes Adaptive Cruise Control, Parking Assistance Plus, Lane Assist and Side Assist) and Audi Connect (including wifi hotspot and live traffic) as standard.
Audio wise a Bose system is standard with Bang & Olufsen as optional extra. In our test car the Bang & Olufsen system did well although it can’t quite match the excellent Burmester system available for the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. In the rear you can add rear seat entertainment which includes two 10.2 inch displays, dedicated 20gb jukebox, SD slots, usb, ipod etc, DVD player.
Driving Experience
We pick up our brand new 2016 Audi S8 Plus at the Audi factory in Neckarsulm. This is not only the place where the Audi A6 and A8 are being built but also home of Quattro GmbH, Audi’s dedicated in-house tuning firm responsible for development of all R, S and RS models. Inside the Audi Forum we had a quick look at the special R8 exhibition before heading downstairs to the main entrance where we were handed the keys to our S8 Plus for the day.
As you can expect from a car in this segment, you no longer need to take the key out of your pocket and just press of the start button to bring the V8 engine to life. I have always been a fan of the S8 and even owned a second generation S8 years ago. But sound wise the S8 has always been on the sophisticated side of the scale. That all changes with the new S8 Plus, the sports exhaust that comes standard as part of the dynamic package is properly loud and provides a delicious full-bodied V8 soundtrack.
But before we test out the dynamic mode we leave Neckarsulm in comfort mode. As already mentioned above the air suspension is fairly sporty even in comfort. On road surfaces that are not very smooth you will clearly feel the bumps. Comfort wise Audi did add active noise cancelation that helps reduce the level of noise you register at certain rev ranges.
Out of the city and with a warm engine we change from comfort to dynamic and plant our right foot for the first time. The performance is very impressive, not just in acceleration but in braking as well. In markets where it comes standard with the dynamic package its fitted with carbon ceramic brakes which provide excellent stopping power.
About 30 minutes away from Neckarsulm we find what could be an auto journalists ideal test road. A combination of left and right hand corners in varying degrees, a proper hairpin and a few straights. And best of all its only frequented by about three cars per hour. As I steer the S8 Plus through the corners you do feel the weight of this luxury limousine, there is some body roll. Overall its handling comes much closer to a sportscar than we dared to imagine.
The sound, acceleration and braking exceeds our expectations, it truly is a world apart form the normal S8 and well worth the extra money. Sadly an autobahn test was not an option due to highway construction and a lot of traffic in the area but knowing what the RS6 and RS7 can do with only 560hp I’m confident the S8 Plus won’t let anyone down there either.
What to spec?
The Audi S8 Plus comes exceptionally well specced and there are only a few things we would really recommend. If the S8 Plus does not come with the Dynamic Package in your country make sure to spec that as its well worth it. The same goes for Audi Connect and the Assistance package.
Seat Cooling & Massage function: Nothing better than having a cool seat in Summer and a relaxing massage on the way to a meeting.
Rear seat entertainment: A must if you ever plan to sit in the back seat!
Matrix LED Headlights: They not only look cool but the adaptive matrix LED lights make driving in the dark much safer.
What about the Competition?
The performance limousine market is getting more crowded year after year. The benchmark is set by the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and although I do love the style and dynamics of the S8 Plus, the S63 AMG offers a wider bandwidth between comfort and performance. Also in luxury, infotainment and assistance systems the S-class is just that little bit better. Performance and handling wise the S8 Plus is the clear winner though. In this spectrum there are two other clear competitors: the Jaguar XJR, which we praised for its steering and dynamics, and the Porsche Panamera Turbo, that is as sporty as it gets with four doors. Along with the new BMW 7-Series (which we haven’t tested yet) and the Maserati Quattroporte (most stylish) it is very hard to pick a clear winner. But if you prefer to drive yourself the S8 Plus could very well be our favorite at the moment.
Conclusion
The new Audi S8 Plus is not a little plus but a very big PLUS! The 85hp more, 305 km/h top speed, ceramic brakes, sport exhaust and amazing standard equipment turns the S8 from a fast luxury limousine to a sportscar rivaling four-door. The only thing we don’t really like is the analogue Audi clock in the dashboard and the firm ride in comfort mode. After our test drive we have to conclude the S8 Plus would be a RS badge worthy.
The first Audi S8 Plus customer cars will be delivered from November 2015 in Germany.
http://gtspirit.com/2015/10/26/2016-audi-s8-plus-review/
JHF
Driving Dynamics Pro
2015 Audi S8 Plus review
The new 597bhp Audi S8 Plus is the fastest-accelerating limo in town. We've been to Germany to put it through its paces
What is it?:
That question is best answered with a quick test. Sit yourself in the new Audi S8 Plus’s driving seat, start the 4.0-litre bi-turbo V8 and select Drive.
Next shout 'ready, steady, go', plant your foot to the floor and begin counting the seconds: 'one, two, three, three-and-a-bit', and boom - that’s 62mph, right there.
To be scientific about it, the exact time is 3.8sec, which ladies and gents, makes it the fastest-accelerating limo you can buy.
What's it like?:
We once described the standard S8’s potency in the realms of ‘lunacy’, for it’s no sloth - not with 513bhp. But somehow that wasn’t enough for the chaps at Ingolstadt (or Audi's Neckarsulm plant, where the S8 is built), and I think you have to admire delusion on such an epic scale.
Don’t think they’ve thrown in another piffling 10bhp as a marketing ploy to lever a few extra sovereigns out of perennially late plutocrats; the Plus adds a hefty 84bhp, with peak torque boosted to 516lb ft, or 553lb ft if you count the overboost function.
It’s a feat achieved by re-mapping the engine to increase boost pressure and stretching the rev limiter by 200rpm. To cope with the extra stress there’s been some beefing-up of the internals, including stronger head gaskets and modified exhaust valves.
Fundamentally the drivetrain remains the same. The engine’s mighty output is distributed to all four wheels through an eight-speed Tiptronic automatic gearbox. From there, and under normal circumstances, a central differential sends 40% of the drive to the front axle and 60% to the rear - where it’s divided once more by an electronic limited-slip diff. But, if needs be, up to 100% of the drive can go to the rear.
As the standard S8 has been known to cook its brakes when driven hard, we'd opt for the Dynamic Pack. It includes fade-resisting 19in carbon-ceramic brake discs and swaps the 155mph limiter for one that pegs things at 189mph instead.
The result is brutal acceleration accompanied by a gloriously deep baritone rumble from the quad tailpipes – which for S8 Plus spotters, are painted black instead of the standard car's chrome.
One Audi engineer told me this car should crack 200mph with no restrictor, and they’d only limited it because of the tyres - or perhaps to spare the blushes of the Bentley Flying Spur? Judging by the phenomenal rate at which the S8 Plus keeps pulling, even when it’s already at mammoth speeds on a de-restricted autobahn, I feel no reason to doubt the claim.
In these situations I found Dynamic mode works best. It stiffens the suspension and helps keep the big Audi planted even as you motor past trundling HGVs. It also weights up the Dynamic Steering, which otherwise feels a bit insubstantial, albeit quick.
Our test route didn’t take in many twisty roads, but preliminary analysis indicates that for its size, the S8 is pretty wieldy. Traction is epic and it manages to resist rolling much on its uprated air springs, even as you pile on more cornering speeds and lateral g.
However, all this agility isn’t at the expense of the S8’s other role as a cosseting chariot for the well-heeled. Yes, it has smoother-riding peers, but switch to the softer Comfort mode and it floats along without much fuss, even on the standard 21in rims.
Whether it’s because of the trick noise-cancelling software or layers of old-school sound deadening, the road and wind noise never startle, even at very startling three-figure speeds.
If you’ve had a particularly stressful day, you can ensconce yourself in the big, quilted leather seats with contrasting red piping and stitching. You may choose to unwind further with the massage feature, or maybe fire-up the Bang & Olufsen stereo, both of which are on the options list. Whatever your pleasure, you can bask in the glory of one of the most solidly built interiors that money can buy.
Should I buy one?:
You may think this car is pointless, bonkers and unnecessary, and to be honest you’re probably right. So maybe a more fitting question is: ‘do I want one?’ Well, I do, very much as it happens. The S8 Plus made me smile. A lot.
However, I’m not in the fortunate position of being able to shell out this sort of cash for a car, but if you are, go for it. Just don’t baulk at the £16k premium over the standard S8 – the Plus is actually a bargain next to the pricier and slower Mercedes-AMG S63.
Audi S8 Plus
Location Germany, Frankfurt; On sale Now; Price £97,700; Engine8 cyls, 3993cc, twin-turbocharged, petrol; Power 597bhp at 6100-6800rpmrpm; Torque 553lb ft at 2500-5500rpm (on overboost);Gearbox 8-spd automatic; Kerb weight 2065kg; 0-62mph 3.8sec;Top speed 189mph (derestricted); Economy 28.2mpg (combined);CO2/tax band 231g/km, 37%
http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/audi/s8/first-drives/2015-audi-s8-plus-review
The new 597bhp Audi S8 Plus is the fastest-accelerating limo in town. We've been to Germany to put it through its paces
What is it?:
That question is best answered with a quick test. Sit yourself in the new Audi S8 Plus’s driving seat, start the 4.0-litre bi-turbo V8 and select Drive.
Next shout 'ready, steady, go', plant your foot to the floor and begin counting the seconds: 'one, two, three, three-and-a-bit', and boom - that’s 62mph, right there.
To be scientific about it, the exact time is 3.8sec, which ladies and gents, makes it the fastest-accelerating limo you can buy.
What's it like?:
We once described the standard S8’s potency in the realms of ‘lunacy’, for it’s no sloth - not with 513bhp. But somehow that wasn’t enough for the chaps at Ingolstadt (or Audi's Neckarsulm plant, where the S8 is built), and I think you have to admire delusion on such an epic scale.
Don’t think they’ve thrown in another piffling 10bhp as a marketing ploy to lever a few extra sovereigns out of perennially late plutocrats; the Plus adds a hefty 84bhp, with peak torque boosted to 516lb ft, or 553lb ft if you count the overboost function.
It’s a feat achieved by re-mapping the engine to increase boost pressure and stretching the rev limiter by 200rpm. To cope with the extra stress there’s been some beefing-up of the internals, including stronger head gaskets and modified exhaust valves.
Fundamentally the drivetrain remains the same. The engine’s mighty output is distributed to all four wheels through an eight-speed Tiptronic automatic gearbox. From there, and under normal circumstances, a central differential sends 40% of the drive to the front axle and 60% to the rear - where it’s divided once more by an electronic limited-slip diff. But, if needs be, up to 100% of the drive can go to the rear.
As the standard S8 has been known to cook its brakes when driven hard, we'd opt for the Dynamic Pack. It includes fade-resisting 19in carbon-ceramic brake discs and swaps the 155mph limiter for one that pegs things at 189mph instead.
The result is brutal acceleration accompanied by a gloriously deep baritone rumble from the quad tailpipes – which for S8 Plus spotters, are painted black instead of the standard car's chrome.
One Audi engineer told me this car should crack 200mph with no restrictor, and they’d only limited it because of the tyres - or perhaps to spare the blushes of the Bentley Flying Spur? Judging by the phenomenal rate at which the S8 Plus keeps pulling, even when it’s already at mammoth speeds on a de-restricted autobahn, I feel no reason to doubt the claim.
In these situations I found Dynamic mode works best. It stiffens the suspension and helps keep the big Audi planted even as you motor past trundling HGVs. It also weights up the Dynamic Steering, which otherwise feels a bit insubstantial, albeit quick.
Our test route didn’t take in many twisty roads, but preliminary analysis indicates that for its size, the S8 is pretty wieldy. Traction is epic and it manages to resist rolling much on its uprated air springs, even as you pile on more cornering speeds and lateral g.
However, all this agility isn’t at the expense of the S8’s other role as a cosseting chariot for the well-heeled. Yes, it has smoother-riding peers, but switch to the softer Comfort mode and it floats along without much fuss, even on the standard 21in rims.
Whether it’s because of the trick noise-cancelling software or layers of old-school sound deadening, the road and wind noise never startle, even at very startling three-figure speeds.
If you’ve had a particularly stressful day, you can ensconce yourself in the big, quilted leather seats with contrasting red piping and stitching. You may choose to unwind further with the massage feature, or maybe fire-up the Bang & Olufsen stereo, both of which are on the options list. Whatever your pleasure, you can bask in the glory of one of the most solidly built interiors that money can buy.
Should I buy one?:
You may think this car is pointless, bonkers and unnecessary, and to be honest you’re probably right. So maybe a more fitting question is: ‘do I want one?’ Well, I do, very much as it happens. The S8 Plus made me smile. A lot.
However, I’m not in the fortunate position of being able to shell out this sort of cash for a car, but if you are, go for it. Just don’t baulk at the £16k premium over the standard S8 – the Plus is actually a bargain next to the pricier and slower Mercedes-AMG S63.
Audi S8 Plus
Location Germany, Frankfurt; On sale Now; Price £97,700; Engine8 cyls, 3993cc, twin-turbocharged, petrol; Power 597bhp at 6100-6800rpmrpm; Torque 553lb ft at 2500-5500rpm (on overboost);Gearbox 8-spd automatic; Kerb weight 2065kg; 0-62mph 3.8sec;Top speed 189mph (derestricted); Economy 28.2mpg (combined);CO2/tax band 231g/km, 37%
http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/audi/s8/first-drives/2015-audi-s8-plus-review
JHF
Driving Dynamics Pro
Audi S8 Plus 2015 review
The Audi S8 Plus is the fastest accelerating Audi ‘S’ model ever, with nearly as much power as seven A1 hatchbacks
Verdict
4
The Audi S8 remains a niche option but – considering its competition – this new Plus variant could almost be described as good value. It’s blisteringly quick and remarkably poised for such a big car. It’s starting to feel its age alongside cars like the all-new BMW 7 Series and established Mercedes S-Class, but it’s hard to ignore its brutish, muscle car charm.
Audi sells about 1,000 A8 saloons every year in the UK - something that's easy to forget when all the attention is on the new BMW 7 Series and the class-leading Mercedes S-Class. The Audi's 3.0-litre TDI makes up the bulk of sales, but an intriguing 10 per cent are accounted for by the 513bhp S8 super saloon.
With a new A8 not due until 2017, Audi has upped its game by introducing the fastest accelerating and most powerful S model ever. Driven here for the first time, the S8 Plus is about as close as we’ll get to an RS8 this decade, but with 597bhp a tweaked chassis and optional carbon ceramic brakes, we’re not complaining.
The S8 Plus is a brute: a European muscle car aimed squarely at the Mercedes-AMG S 63. It commands a premium of £16,315 over the current S8 and will be sold alongside it with first deliveries in the spring.
Along with the 84bhp boost over the standard car, it also gets an extra 100Nm of torque (up to 750Nm). That’s not only more than a diesel-powered Q7, but a whopping 160Nm over and above what’s available in the new R8 V10.
That means 0-62mph takes just 3.8 seconds (versus 4.1 seconds in the standard S8), and it feels every bit as fast on the road as it seems on paper.
Acceleration from a standstill is relentless. If you’ve got the means to do so, it’ll surge straight through the national speed limit, past the standard car’s 155mph limiter and on towards 200mph, keeping you pinned in your seat all the way. Where some supercars would tail off, the S8 just keeps on pulling.
In fact, even with the optional Dynamic Package selected, Audi engineers have had to restrict the S8’s top speed to 189mph due to tyre and drivetrain restraints. Peak power is delivered from 6,100rpm, but all 750Nm of torque comes in on overboost from just 2,500rpm.
While it’s relatively sedate in Comfort, switch through the driving modes to Dynamic and it sounds like a hurricane at full chat. Plant the throttle and the active exhaust opens wide to unearth a deep V8 bellow as you pass slower moving traffic with ease.
Despite all this, it’s magnificently quiet at normal motorway speeds thanks to clever sound cancellation technology. Yes, if you regularly steam down the autobahn at 150mph you’ll notice a bit of tyre roar and some wind whistle around the door mirrors, but at 70mph it’s surprisingly compliant. As a result – and just like the rest of the A8 range – it should prove enormously easy to live with day-to-day.
While the S8 Plus may accelerate as fast as a previous-generation Audi R8 V10, we wouldn't expect it to handle like one. It’s noPorsche Panamera, but there’s very little body roll and turn-in is sharp. The steering could do with a little more weight and feel, but it belies its size and grip is good thanks to the all-wheel drive system.
The gearbox is a single clutch eight-speed tiptronic, and while it isn’t super-smooth, it’ll change quickly in either direction with a pull of the steering wheel-mounted paddles. There’s no Audi TT-style parp on full-throttle upshifts, but it’ll allow the V8 to burble on the overrun when you lift off the gas.
But that’s not all. Cylinder-on-Demand trickery should mean it’s one of the more affordable super saloons to run, too. Ok, so 28.2mpg and 231g/km is hardly frugal – but it’s only 1.2mpg down on the standard car and that’s despite the significant power hike. A Jaguar XJR falls someway short of the S8 Plus, even though it is significantly down on power.
Standard kit is good too, with Matrix LED headlights, Bose stereo, Nappa leather seats and double glazed rear windows all included. The Plus is distinguishable by its high-gloss detailing, darkened rear light clusters and it undercuts its main rival – the Mercedes-AMG S 63 by a full £23,990. For that, you could buy a well-specced Audi A3 TDI for less exuberant trips to the shops.
Key specs
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/audi/s8/93257/audi-s8-plus-2015-review
The Audi S8 Plus is the fastest accelerating Audi ‘S’ model ever, with nearly as much power as seven A1 hatchbacks
Verdict
4
The Audi S8 remains a niche option but – considering its competition – this new Plus variant could almost be described as good value. It’s blisteringly quick and remarkably poised for such a big car. It’s starting to feel its age alongside cars like the all-new BMW 7 Series and established Mercedes S-Class, but it’s hard to ignore its brutish, muscle car charm.
Audi sells about 1,000 A8 saloons every year in the UK - something that's easy to forget when all the attention is on the new BMW 7 Series and the class-leading Mercedes S-Class. The Audi's 3.0-litre TDI makes up the bulk of sales, but an intriguing 10 per cent are accounted for by the 513bhp S8 super saloon.
With a new A8 not due until 2017, Audi has upped its game by introducing the fastest accelerating and most powerful S model ever. Driven here for the first time, the S8 Plus is about as close as we’ll get to an RS8 this decade, but with 597bhp a tweaked chassis and optional carbon ceramic brakes, we’re not complaining.
The S8 Plus is a brute: a European muscle car aimed squarely at the Mercedes-AMG S 63. It commands a premium of £16,315 over the current S8 and will be sold alongside it with first deliveries in the spring.
Along with the 84bhp boost over the standard car, it also gets an extra 100Nm of torque (up to 750Nm). That’s not only more than a diesel-powered Q7, but a whopping 160Nm over and above what’s available in the new R8 V10.
That means 0-62mph takes just 3.8 seconds (versus 4.1 seconds in the standard S8), and it feels every bit as fast on the road as it seems on paper.
Acceleration from a standstill is relentless. If you’ve got the means to do so, it’ll surge straight through the national speed limit, past the standard car’s 155mph limiter and on towards 200mph, keeping you pinned in your seat all the way. Where some supercars would tail off, the S8 just keeps on pulling.
In fact, even with the optional Dynamic Package selected, Audi engineers have had to restrict the S8’s top speed to 189mph due to tyre and drivetrain restraints. Peak power is delivered from 6,100rpm, but all 750Nm of torque comes in on overboost from just 2,500rpm.
While it’s relatively sedate in Comfort, switch through the driving modes to Dynamic and it sounds like a hurricane at full chat. Plant the throttle and the active exhaust opens wide to unearth a deep V8 bellow as you pass slower moving traffic with ease.
Despite all this, it’s magnificently quiet at normal motorway speeds thanks to clever sound cancellation technology. Yes, if you regularly steam down the autobahn at 150mph you’ll notice a bit of tyre roar and some wind whistle around the door mirrors, but at 70mph it’s surprisingly compliant. As a result – and just like the rest of the A8 range – it should prove enormously easy to live with day-to-day.
While the S8 Plus may accelerate as fast as a previous-generation Audi R8 V10, we wouldn't expect it to handle like one. It’s noPorsche Panamera, but there’s very little body roll and turn-in is sharp. The steering could do with a little more weight and feel, but it belies its size and grip is good thanks to the all-wheel drive system.
The gearbox is a single clutch eight-speed tiptronic, and while it isn’t super-smooth, it’ll change quickly in either direction with a pull of the steering wheel-mounted paddles. There’s no Audi TT-style parp on full-throttle upshifts, but it’ll allow the V8 to burble on the overrun when you lift off the gas.
But that’s not all. Cylinder-on-Demand trickery should mean it’s one of the more affordable super saloons to run, too. Ok, so 28.2mpg and 231g/km is hardly frugal – but it’s only 1.2mpg down on the standard car and that’s despite the significant power hike. A Jaguar XJR falls someway short of the S8 Plus, even though it is significantly down on power.
Standard kit is good too, with Matrix LED headlights, Bose stereo, Nappa leather seats and double glazed rear windows all included. The Plus is distinguishable by its high-gloss detailing, darkened rear light clusters and it undercuts its main rival – the Mercedes-AMG S 63 by a full £23,990. For that, you could buy a well-specced Audi A3 TDI for less exuberant trips to the shops.
Key specs
- Model: Audi S8 Plus
- Price: £97,700
- Engine: 4.0-litre V8 twin-turbo
- Power: 597bhp/750Nm
- Transmission: Eight-speed auto, four-wheel drive
- 0-62mph: 3.8 seconds
- Top speed: 189mph (with Dynamic Package)
- Economy/CO2: 28.2mpg/231 g/km
- On sale: Now
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/audi/s8/93257/audi-s8-plus-2015-review
Rainer271
Kraftwagen König
2016 Audi S8 Plus priced from $114,900
Audi has announced the 2016 S8 Plus will cost $114,900 when it goes on sale in the United States in December.
Set to celebrate its North American debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show next week, the S8 Plus is a high-performance flagship sedan that features a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 engine with 605 bhp (451 kW) and 516 lb-ft (698 Nm) of torque - this is 85 bhp (63 kW) and 73 lb-ft (98 Nm) more the standard S8. This enables the sedan to accelerate from 0-60 mph in an impressive 3.7 seconds before hitting an electronically-limited top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h) or 190 mph (305 km/h) when equipped with the optional Dynamic package.
Besides the upgraded engine, the S8 Plus comes equipped with an adaptive sport air suspension, a dynamic steering system and a torque vectoring rear differential.
On the styling front, there isn't much to report as the model features silver mirror caps, a body-color rear spoiler and 21-inch alloy wheels with a titanium finish.
Buyers looking for a more unique appearance can order the Black Optic package which adds a black Singleframe grille, carbon fiber mirror caps, a carbon fiber rear diffuser and tinted taillights.
Customers can also order the aforementioned Dynamic package which boasts ceramic brakes, a carbon fiber rear spoiler and a sports exhaust system that produces an even more powerful sound.
http://www.worldcarfans.com/1151112100974/2016-audi-s8-plus-priced-from-114-900
Audi has announced the 2016 S8 Plus will cost $114,900 when it goes on sale in the United States in December.
Set to celebrate its North American debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show next week, the S8 Plus is a high-performance flagship sedan that features a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 engine with 605 bhp (451 kW) and 516 lb-ft (698 Nm) of torque - this is 85 bhp (63 kW) and 73 lb-ft (98 Nm) more the standard S8. This enables the sedan to accelerate from 0-60 mph in an impressive 3.7 seconds before hitting an electronically-limited top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h) or 190 mph (305 km/h) when equipped with the optional Dynamic package.
Besides the upgraded engine, the S8 Plus comes equipped with an adaptive sport air suspension, a dynamic steering system and a torque vectoring rear differential.
On the styling front, there isn't much to report as the model features silver mirror caps, a body-color rear spoiler and 21-inch alloy wheels with a titanium finish.
Buyers looking for a more unique appearance can order the Black Optic package which adds a black Singleframe grille, carbon fiber mirror caps, a carbon fiber rear diffuser and tinted taillights.
Customers can also order the aforementioned Dynamic package which boasts ceramic brakes, a carbon fiber rear spoiler and a sports exhaust system that produces an even more powerful sound.
http://www.worldcarfans.com/1151112100974/2016-audi-s8-plus-priced-from-114-900
hoffmeister_fan
Kraftwagen König
The performance is blisteringly insane...yet, it holds no appeal to me. Then again, my interest in Audi has waned significantly over the last year.
klier
Premium
What an absolute rocket ^^^
Good looking, too.
I hope so, because Audi design appears to be hit or miss these days. The new A4 looks even more plain, the R8 and Q7 look 'okay', and that little SUV they made is simply vomit-worthy.
The current A8 actually looks better than ever before imo. Like a good wine that needs aging.
Good looking, too.
I hope so, because Audi design appears to be hit or miss these days. The new A4 looks even more plain, the R8 and Q7 look 'okay', and that little SUV they made is simply vomit-worthy.
The current A8 actually looks better than ever before imo. Like a good wine that needs aging.
JHF
Driving Dynamics Pro
2016 Audi S8 Plus review
This is our first go in the storming Audi S8 Plus in the UK, where it has clear merits in this niche class but is still hard to recommend
What is it?
Spare a moment to wrap your mind around the facts of the new Audi S8 Plus. This car is more than 5.1 metres long and weighs a moderate grocery shop short of two tonnes. It probably has more leather and electric motors in it than Air Force One, yet it will strop to 62mph in 3.8sec. That’s (officially) the same as a Porsche 911 R. It’s actually within a blink of the Audi R8. It’s 0.5sec faster than the S8’s nemesis, the Mercedes-AMG S 63. That’s mental. Just mental. A decade or so ago, that would have been about as extraordinary as the moon landings.
The magic happens courtesy of the same twin-turbocharged 4.0-litre V8 that you get in the standard S8, but the ‘Plus’ treatment includes new engine mapping with a limiter stretched upwards by another 200rpm, and new geometry for the turbochargers’ innards, among other tweaks. This boosts power and torque to a shocking 597bhp and up to 553lb ft (the latter while on overboost).
What's it like?
Fast luxury limos like this always warp your perspective of speed - an inevitable side effect of being so faultlessly hushed and isolating by nature, yet simultaneously banzai-rapid. The national speed limit suddenly feels like walking pace. With the Audi being the most ludicrous of this breed in terms of performance, that characteristic is only enhanced. Put bluntly, on UK roads the S8 Plus is a licence-loser of the first order, so you spend a lot of time keeping an eye on the speedo.
Regardless of the actual relevance, or even advisability of cars like this, the big Audi is a truly fine example of the breed. That engine is an absolute peach. Yes, it’s monstrously powerful, but more to the point it’s virtually silent when you want it to be and then emits a subtle yet cheekily raucous V8 bellow if you really go for it. The eight-speed automatic gearbox delivers silky changes, and this - mated to the predictable power delivery, smooth step-off and easily modulated brakes – makes the S8 an appropriately easy thing to drive with exacting, lurch-free precision around town.
Ride comfort is also very impressive, even on UK roads. A8s and S8s of old have always been criticised for falling short of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class’s cushioned yet controlled ride and handling balance, but it does seem to have improved with time. Even on the 21in standard alloys of the S8 Plus, the standard air suspension does a good job of ironing out the road’s imperfections. Yes, you’ll still be aware of a thump and dip over bigger potholes, and it isn’t quite as remarkably well judged as the Merc, but it would take a scruffier road than we could find to make the suspension feel jarring.
What’s less ideal is the steering. The S8 Plus comes as standard with a variable-ratio ‘Dynamic’ rack, which is a shame as a normal rack would be preferable. This one feels simultaneously light and inconsistent in its responses, whether you’re in town or on a B-road, lacking initial bite as you turn in and then seeming to suddenly wake up and deliver a heavier weight and sharper response than you probably expected. It’s all quite unnatural, which is a shame in a car that is otherwise quite intuitive and well judged. The only time the steering feels well sorted is on the motorway, where the S8 Plus is, as you’d expect, an impeccable long-distance cruiser.
Of course, with such wonky steering weight and response at play, handling is never going to be as organic and sweet as that of the S-Class. Still, the rear-biased, active four-wheel drive of the S8 Plus endows it with stoic grip, and while there is plenty of body roll, you can still enjoy the incongruousness of how quickly you can hammer down a B-road in this huge, supercar-fast saloon.
The interior of the S8 Plus isn’t much different from that of the standard S8, although you do get 22-way adjustable sports seats (if you can’t get comfortable in them, you won’t get comfortable in anything), and lashings of carbonfibre trim, along with the white-on-grey S dials to remind you of what you’re in. The big, retractable colour screen and multimedia system may be a bit old now, but they remain easy to use and replete with all the convenience functions you could want, as well as a 14-speaker Bose sound system. Automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise are also thrown in.
Rear passenger space is adequate (you can’t get the Plus in long-wheelbase form) but actually not what you’d expect of a big barge like this - a flaw in the arsenal of a car that is, at heart, a chauffeur’s car – albeit less so in S8 guise. Even so, most adults will be more than comfortable in the back. And while the boot is smaller than that of some rivals, it’ll still serve the purposes of most S8 buyers.
Should I buy one?
The S8 Plus is an astonishing piece of engineering - oddly intoxicating to drive, thanks to that potent mix of over-indulgent comfort and ludicrous pace. We’re glad it exists as a bullet point in the history of what man can achieve with the modern saloon car.
It’s also comparatively good value next to the £30k more expensive Mercedes-AMG S 63, so if you are set on a storming luxo-barge, there’s clear merit to the S8 Plus. However, the S 63 has the better cabin, better rear passenger space and better handling. A Jaguar XJRis also better handling by some distance and a bit cheaper again than the Audi.
On top of all that, it’s worth pointing out that anyone wanting a fast, fun-to-drive saloon would be better served by smaller and cheaper options such as the BMW M5 and Audi RS6, while those after a good chauffeur’s car should look to the hardly tardy and much better value diesel offerings.
So, realistically, no - you shouldn’t buy one. Admire it and walk away, or wait a few years and buy a used one when the resale values – which will have the buoyancy of a lead balloon – have dropped. Still, there clearly is demand for these super-limos, and if you're set on one, the four-wheel drive and stratospheric pace of the S8 Plus make it a compelling option in this niche class.
Audi S8 Plus
Location Surrey; On sale Now; Price £98,395; Engine V8, 3993cc, twin-turbo, petrol; Power 597bhp at 6100-6800rpm; Torque 516lb ft at 1750-6000rpm (553lb ft at 2500-5500rpm on overboost); 0-62mph3.8sec; Top speed 155mph; Gearbox 8-spd automatic; Kerb weight2065kg; Economy 28.2mpg (combined); CO2 231g/km, 37%
http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/audi/s8/first-drives/2016-audi-s8-plus-review
This is our first go in the storming Audi S8 Plus in the UK, where it has clear merits in this niche class but is still hard to recommend
What is it?
Spare a moment to wrap your mind around the facts of the new Audi S8 Plus. This car is more than 5.1 metres long and weighs a moderate grocery shop short of two tonnes. It probably has more leather and electric motors in it than Air Force One, yet it will strop to 62mph in 3.8sec. That’s (officially) the same as a Porsche 911 R. It’s actually within a blink of the Audi R8. It’s 0.5sec faster than the S8’s nemesis, the Mercedes-AMG S 63. That’s mental. Just mental. A decade or so ago, that would have been about as extraordinary as the moon landings.
The magic happens courtesy of the same twin-turbocharged 4.0-litre V8 that you get in the standard S8, but the ‘Plus’ treatment includes new engine mapping with a limiter stretched upwards by another 200rpm, and new geometry for the turbochargers’ innards, among other tweaks. This boosts power and torque to a shocking 597bhp and up to 553lb ft (the latter while on overboost).
What's it like?
Fast luxury limos like this always warp your perspective of speed - an inevitable side effect of being so faultlessly hushed and isolating by nature, yet simultaneously banzai-rapid. The national speed limit suddenly feels like walking pace. With the Audi being the most ludicrous of this breed in terms of performance, that characteristic is only enhanced. Put bluntly, on UK roads the S8 Plus is a licence-loser of the first order, so you spend a lot of time keeping an eye on the speedo.
Regardless of the actual relevance, or even advisability of cars like this, the big Audi is a truly fine example of the breed. That engine is an absolute peach. Yes, it’s monstrously powerful, but more to the point it’s virtually silent when you want it to be and then emits a subtle yet cheekily raucous V8 bellow if you really go for it. The eight-speed automatic gearbox delivers silky changes, and this - mated to the predictable power delivery, smooth step-off and easily modulated brakes – makes the S8 an appropriately easy thing to drive with exacting, lurch-free precision around town.
Ride comfort is also very impressive, even on UK roads. A8s and S8s of old have always been criticised for falling short of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class’s cushioned yet controlled ride and handling balance, but it does seem to have improved with time. Even on the 21in standard alloys of the S8 Plus, the standard air suspension does a good job of ironing out the road’s imperfections. Yes, you’ll still be aware of a thump and dip over bigger potholes, and it isn’t quite as remarkably well judged as the Merc, but it would take a scruffier road than we could find to make the suspension feel jarring.
What’s less ideal is the steering. The S8 Plus comes as standard with a variable-ratio ‘Dynamic’ rack, which is a shame as a normal rack would be preferable. This one feels simultaneously light and inconsistent in its responses, whether you’re in town or on a B-road, lacking initial bite as you turn in and then seeming to suddenly wake up and deliver a heavier weight and sharper response than you probably expected. It’s all quite unnatural, which is a shame in a car that is otherwise quite intuitive and well judged. The only time the steering feels well sorted is on the motorway, where the S8 Plus is, as you’d expect, an impeccable long-distance cruiser.
Of course, with such wonky steering weight and response at play, handling is never going to be as organic and sweet as that of the S-Class. Still, the rear-biased, active four-wheel drive of the S8 Plus endows it with stoic grip, and while there is plenty of body roll, you can still enjoy the incongruousness of how quickly you can hammer down a B-road in this huge, supercar-fast saloon.
The interior of the S8 Plus isn’t much different from that of the standard S8, although you do get 22-way adjustable sports seats (if you can’t get comfortable in them, you won’t get comfortable in anything), and lashings of carbonfibre trim, along with the white-on-grey S dials to remind you of what you’re in. The big, retractable colour screen and multimedia system may be a bit old now, but they remain easy to use and replete with all the convenience functions you could want, as well as a 14-speaker Bose sound system. Automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise are also thrown in.
Rear passenger space is adequate (you can’t get the Plus in long-wheelbase form) but actually not what you’d expect of a big barge like this - a flaw in the arsenal of a car that is, at heart, a chauffeur’s car – albeit less so in S8 guise. Even so, most adults will be more than comfortable in the back. And while the boot is smaller than that of some rivals, it’ll still serve the purposes of most S8 buyers.
Should I buy one?
The S8 Plus is an astonishing piece of engineering - oddly intoxicating to drive, thanks to that potent mix of over-indulgent comfort and ludicrous pace. We’re glad it exists as a bullet point in the history of what man can achieve with the modern saloon car.
It’s also comparatively good value next to the £30k more expensive Mercedes-AMG S 63, so if you are set on a storming luxo-barge, there’s clear merit to the S8 Plus. However, the S 63 has the better cabin, better rear passenger space and better handling. A Jaguar XJRis also better handling by some distance and a bit cheaper again than the Audi.
On top of all that, it’s worth pointing out that anyone wanting a fast, fun-to-drive saloon would be better served by smaller and cheaper options such as the BMW M5 and Audi RS6, while those after a good chauffeur’s car should look to the hardly tardy and much better value diesel offerings.
So, realistically, no - you shouldn’t buy one. Admire it and walk away, or wait a few years and buy a used one when the resale values – which will have the buoyancy of a lead balloon – have dropped. Still, there clearly is demand for these super-limos, and if you're set on one, the four-wheel drive and stratospheric pace of the S8 Plus make it a compelling option in this niche class.
Audi S8 Plus
Location Surrey; On sale Now; Price £98,395; Engine V8, 3993cc, twin-turbo, petrol; Power 597bhp at 6100-6800rpm; Torque 516lb ft at 1750-6000rpm (553lb ft at 2500-5500rpm on overboost); 0-62mph3.8sec; Top speed 155mph; Gearbox 8-spd automatic; Kerb weight2065kg; Economy 28.2mpg (combined); CO2 231g/km, 37%
http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/audi/s8/first-drives/2016-audi-s8-plus-review
Rainer271
Kraftwagen König
ABT turns the Audi S8 Plus into a 705PS cruise missile
If the regular 605PS Audi S8 Plus seems a bit sluggish to you, ABT will happily add an extra 100 horses in there to satisfy your supercar-crushing needs.
In addition to the 640PS and 675PS upgrades for the regular S8, ABT introduced their options for the Plus version, making the already ridiculous figures of the German flagship even more insane at 705PS (696hp).
The 0-100km/h (0-62mph) now drops from 3.8 to 3.5 seconds with the top speed taken from 305km/h (189mph) up to 320km/h (199mph). As for the torque, there is plenty of it: ABT’s update offers a breathtaking 840Nm (619lb ft) of it, up from the regular’s 700Nm (516lb ft).
“The Biturbo-V8 is actually designed to be eligible for another upgrade without compromising its incredible features in regard to performance and applicability for everyday life,” explains Hans-Jürgen Abt.
ABT has also lowered the suspension by more than 25mm and added their own four-pipe muffler system, measuring 89mm in diameter. Customers will be able to choose the brand’s DR and FR alloys, sized between 20, 21 and 22 inches in diameter.
Feeling angry at Audi because they’ve never made you an RS8? Well, at least ABT has you covered – in every, possible way.
Source: Carscoops
If the regular 605PS Audi S8 Plus seems a bit sluggish to you, ABT will happily add an extra 100 horses in there to satisfy your supercar-crushing needs.
In addition to the 640PS and 675PS upgrades for the regular S8, ABT introduced their options for the Plus version, making the already ridiculous figures of the German flagship even more insane at 705PS (696hp).
The 0-100km/h (0-62mph) now drops from 3.8 to 3.5 seconds with the top speed taken from 305km/h (189mph) up to 320km/h (199mph). As for the torque, there is plenty of it: ABT’s update offers a breathtaking 840Nm (619lb ft) of it, up from the regular’s 700Nm (516lb ft).
“The Biturbo-V8 is actually designed to be eligible for another upgrade without compromising its incredible features in regard to performance and applicability for everyday life,” explains Hans-Jürgen Abt.
ABT has also lowered the suspension by more than 25mm and added their own four-pipe muffler system, measuring 89mm in diameter. Customers will be able to choose the brand’s DR and FR alloys, sized between 20, 21 and 22 inches in diameter.
Feeling angry at Audi because they’ve never made you an RS8? Well, at least ABT has you covered – in every, possible way.
Source: Carscoops
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