- Refined 3.6-litre V8 engine
- Quattro system provides traction and secure handling
- Spacious interior
- Dated styling
- Durability concerns
Overview
Released in November 1990, the Audi D1 V8 was a large, luxury sedan. Manufactured in Neckarsulm, Germany, the Audi V8 was powered by a 3.6-litre V8 petrol engine with four valves per cylinder and twin double overhead camshafts (per cylinder bank). Driving all four-wheels via its ‘quattro’ four-wheel drive system, the engine was mated to a four-speed ZF 4HP24A automatic transmission with Sport, Economic and Manual modes.
The Audi V8 had a galvanized steel body that was 4861 mm long, 1814 mm wide, 1420 mm tall and had a 2703 mm long wheelbase. Furthermore, the V8 had MacPherson strut front suspension and independent rear suspension with trapezoidal links.
| Engine | Trans. | Peak power | Peak torque | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V8 | 3.6-litre PT petrol V8 | 4sp auto | 184 kW at 5800 rpm | 340 Nm at 4000 rpm |
quattro
The Audi V8 was fitted with a permanent four-wheel drive ‘quattro’ system. In normal conditions, the system provided a 50:50 front:rear torque split. However, up to 80 per cent of the engine’s torque could be directed to either axle via an electronically-controlled multi-plate hydraulic transfer clutch. The rear axle was also fitted with a torque sensing (‘Torsen’) differential.
Safety equipment
Standard safety equipment for the Audi V8 consited of a driver’s airbag and ABS.
Brakes
The Audi V8 had ventilated 310 mm by 25 mm front brake discs (with the caliper inside the disc) and 269 mm by 20 mm rear discs.
Features
Standard features for the Audi V8 included 15-inch alloy wheels, an eight speaker sound system with a radio and cassette player, climate control air conditioning, power adjustable front seats, leather upholstery, cruise control, front and rear fog lights, central locking, power windows and mirrors, a power sunroof, trip computer and an alarm system.
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