Buyers of the Audi S8 are aware of the reputation of the car they are purchasing. The S8 has been one of the premier vehicles of the Audi line for over ten years. It is an important car and the 2002 model is no exception. The Audi S8 falls into the sedan for the family category. The S8 inspires brand loyalty, and it’s not unusual to have a buyer purchase Audis year after year
Performance
Standard equipment in the S8 for 2001 and 2002 includes the 4.2 liter engine by Audi, weighing in at 8 cylinders and fourty valves. A 5-speed Automatic Transaxle puts the power of the engine to the pavement. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Audi.
Fuel is handled for the S8 is a Bosch ME-7 design, running on gasoline . The fuel is handled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 23.80 gallons.
The S8 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.
Vehicle Statistics
The S8 is 198.20 inches long, 79.00 inches wide, and 55.80 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 113.40 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.
The listed retail price in 2002 (MSRP) was $72,500, with an invoice cost of $64,870. This price is on target the industry average price for a four-door Sedan.
A powertrain warranty is provided (50,000 miles/48 months), and a 50,000 mile, 48 month guarantee also comes with the Audi S8. This is standard for the price range.
Fuel Efficiency
The 2002 S8 gets 21 miles/gallon on the highway and only 15 in the city. This is exceptional for a sedan car.
Conclusion
The 2002 model year was telling year for the Audi S8. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Base version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.
The S8 is a fine example of a German sports car. Read more about German sports cars at my new Squidoo Lens.
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