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North America specification

2003 Audi S8

D2 / 4D · Sedan · S8 4.2

360 hp @ 7000 rpmHorsepower
317 lb-ft @ 3400 rpmTorque
6.3 sec0–60 mph
$72,500Original base MSRP

Engine

Engine type
DOHC aluminum alloy 90-degree V8 spark-ignition engine, variable-length intake
Displacement
4172 cc / 255 cu in
Bore
84.5 mm / 3.32 in
Stroke
93.0 mm / 3.66 in
Compression ratio
11.0:1
Horsepower
360 hp @ 7000 rpm
Torque
317 lb-ft @ 3400 rpm
Fuel requirement
Premium unleaded (91 AKI) recommended for maximum performance
Source: Audi of America, Inc. — p. 1

Drivetrain

Transmission
Electronically controlled 5-speed automatic with Tiptronic, DSP and hill detection
Drivetrain
quattro permanent all-wheel drive with Torsen center differential
Source: Audi of America, Inc. — p. 1

Performance

0–60 mph
6.3 sec
1/4 mile
13.9 sec
Top speed
155 mph / 250 km/h (electronically limited for North America)
Source: Audi of America, Inc. — p. 2

Steering

Steering
Rack and pinion, Servotronic vehicle-speed-variable power assist
Steering ratio
15.7:1
Source: Audi of America, Inc. — p. 1

Brakes

Front brakes
345 x 30 mm ventilated discs; 4-piston fixed calipers
Rear brakes
280 x 22 mm ventilated discs
Source: Audi of America, Inc. — p. 1

Wheels

Factory wheel size
8J x 18 cast aluminum
Factory tire size
245/45 ZR18 performance tires
Source: Audi of America, Inc. — p. 2

Dimensions

Wheelbase
113.4 in / 2880 mm
Overall length
198.2 in / 5034 mm
Curb weight
4068 lb / 1845 kg
Source: Audi of America, Inc. — p. 2

Capacities

Fuel capacity
23.8 gal / 90 L
Source: Audi of America, Inc. — p. 2

Economy

EPA city
15 mpg
EPA highway
21 mpg
EPA combined
17 mpg
Source: Audi of America, Inc. — p. 2

Pricing

Original base MSRP
$72,500
Source: Audi of America, Inc. — p. 8

Factory Packages

PFX Premium Package

Heated rear seats; power rear/side sunshades; ski sack; Parktronic; Navigation; TPMS

Optional · $2,440

Limited Edition Package

Special exterior/interior combinations; special wood trim; 18-inch polished 9-spoke RS wheels; Audi Exclusive headrest embossing

Standard · $0

Equipment & Options

Limited Edition

  • Brilliant Black exterior / Caramel interiorStandard
  • Ming Blue exterior / Platinum interiorStandard
  • Avus Silver exterior / Burgundy interiorStandard

Options

  • Solar Sunroof <3FR>Optional · $850
  • Audi Telematics by OnStar <9ZS>Optional · $899

Technical

  • Aluminum alloy space frame and body panel constructionStandard

Wheels / Tires / Suspension / Steering

  • Polished 9-spoke 8J x 18-inch RS wheels with 245/45 ZR18 performance tiresStandard

Sources & Provenance

2003 Audi S8 Equipment / Option Program / Technical Specifications / Retail PricesAudi of America, Inc. · Factory Technical Specifications · PrimaryEffective August 1, 2002