After several teasers to build up the anticipation, Audi has fully revealed the 2014 A8 lineup which has received minor exterior tweaks to keep the model fresh and competitive in a segment where the new S-Class is considered the king. New for the mid-cycle refresh are LED matrix headlights that encompass 25 light-emitting diodes, along with sequentially-illuminated LED turn signals which pack no less than 18 LEDs in the headlights and an additional 24 LEDs at the back in the taillights. Other changes include a more sculpted bonnet, new front grille and reworked front & rear bumpers.
Depending on market, Audi is going to sell the A8 with a TFSI 3.0-liter outputting 310 HP, a beefier twin-turbo V8 4.0-liter rated at 435 HP, as well as a more economical TDI 3.0-liter mill generating 258 HP. There’s also a TDI 4.2-liter cranking out 385 HP, along with a 6.3-liter W12 offering 500 HP in the A8 L W12 quattro.
Let’s not forget about the range-topping S8 with its 520 HP from the 4.0-liter TFSI. Audi can also sell you an A8 Hybrid featuring a 2.0-liter TFSI, electric motor and lithium-ion battery pack providing a combined output of 245 HP.
Source: Audi
