Luxury cars always seem to maintain their own class and despite the price tag they are never out of demand. However, to keep offering the best of the best, the luxury brand manufacturers keep on experimenting and incorporating performance and power in their luxury line-up. Same can be said about the Audi.
When it comes to luxury, Audi has only a few competitors. Yet, this luxury brand is facing challenges by the likes of BMW and Mercedes, who have found the formula for success in incorporating luxuries in their sporty cars. It seems like Audi has finally risen up to the challenge with their new 2012 Audi S8 by incorporating sports cars in their luxury line up.
Sneak Peak
From the pictures that were secretly and unofficially revealed on the internet, what seems most striking about the new 2012 Audi S8 is its grille. Some would say that Audi surely does need to tone it down a bit before they officially reveal it at Frankfurt, but we say it seems to be the perfect compliment for the rest of the aggressive makeover.
From the pictures that were secretly and unofficially revealed on the internet, what seems most striking about the new 2012 Audi S8 is its grille. Some would say that Audi surely does need to tone it down a bit before they officially reveal it at Frankfurt, but we say it seems to be the perfect compliment for the rest of the aggressive makeover.
Looking at the pictures of the new S8, it is easy to tell that there are probably a few finishing touches and trimmings remaining. We are quite positive that it will all be done before the final showdown, but one thing is confirmed- we are expecting a sportier Audi next year.
Other aspects we know about the upcoming Audi’s look is a new integrated spoiler, four-outlet exhaust system and its large S wheels that distinctly set it apart from the A8 line up.
Engine Details
Too many speculations were around about the engine in the 2012 Audi S8 unless Audi went official with their announcement. Following the traits of its competitors, Audi also decided to kiss the V10 goodbye. Instead, they decided to go real sporty in terms of specification this time. Coming for sure now is a Bentley-sourced 4.0L twin turbo V8 that will be able to produce up to 520 hp.
Too many speculations were around about the engine in the 2012 Audi S8 unless Audi went official with their announcement. Following the traits of its competitors, Audi also decided to kiss the V10 goodbye. Instead, they decided to go real sporty in terms of specification this time. Coming for sure now is a Bentley-sourced 4.0L twin turbo V8 that will be able to produce up to 520 hp.
No wonder Audi was aspiring to beat the competition, the BMW B7 Alpina and the Mercedes S63 AMG, in terms of power and performance. So, the V8 engine seems like the best choice they could have made. Talking about performance, one thing that really disappointed us in the past few models of the S8 was the torque. Producing 398 ft-lbs, the new V8 engine is said to have taken good care of that problem as well.
Mated with the V8 power will be an eight speed automatic transmission, but the rumors of seven speed double clutch S tronic are also around. In any case, what is needed here is anything that can enhance the performance of the 2012 Audi S8 up to the standards of much sportier brands.
Foreword
Since we haven’t had the chance of getting our hands on the 2012 S8, we cannot present any conclusion but just a foreword for the upcoming Audi S8. The reason why we haven’t talked much about the interior and features is not because nothing has been revealed, but because it’s Audi and we can’t expect anything less than perfection. While the performance of the last few Audis might have been a disappointment, it always did mange to lead the pack in terms of comfort, luxuries and amenities. If the 2012 Audi S8 does manages to deliver the performance that is anticipated, there is no reason why it shouldn’t be the best luxury car of 2012.
Since we haven’t had the chance of getting our hands on the 2012 S8, we cannot present any conclusion but just a foreword for the upcoming Audi S8. The reason why we haven’t talked much about the interior and features is not because nothing has been revealed, but because it’s Audi and we can’t expect anything less than perfection. While the performance of the last few Audis might have been a disappointment, it always did mange to lead the pack in terms of comfort, luxuries and amenities. If the 2012 Audi S8 does manages to deliver the performance that is anticipated, there is no reason why it shouldn’t be the best luxury car of 2012.
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