Elegant and Dynamic... Launch of the 'The New Audi A8 L 60 TFSI Quattro'

[Asia Economy Reporter Kiho Sung] Audi announced on the 1st that it will launch the flagship prestige large sedan, ‘The New Audi A8 L 60 TFSI Quattro,’ in the Korean market on the 4th.

The newly released ‘The New Audi A8 L 60 TFSI Quattro’ features a more elegant yet dynamic design with the application of a chrome exterior package and Nappa leather package, and it comes standard with active suspension, significantly enhancing ride comfort and safety. It is available in two models: a 4-seater and a 5-seater. With the addition of these two models, Audi has expanded its A8 lineup.

‘The New Audi A8 L 60 TFSI Quattro’ is equipped with a 4.0L V8 gasoline direct injection turbocharger (TFSI) engine and an 8-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission, delivering a maximum output of 460 horsepower and a peak torque of 67.3 kg.m. The top speed is 250 km/h (safety limited), and it accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds. Fuel efficiency is rated at 7.7 km/l combined (6.7 km/l city, 9.6 km/l highway). Additionally, Audi’s unique permanent all-wheel-drive system, Quattro, is combined to provide Audi’s dynamic driving performance.

The exterior of ‘The New Audi A8 L 60 TFSI Quattro’ is characterized by prominently emphasized wheel arches that express Audi’s distinctive sportiness. The chrome exterior package is standard, including chrome surrounds on the front air intakes, chrome inserts on the door handles, and a chrome strip on the rear bumper, adding a sharp image to the sophisticated design.

The interior offers a comfortable and cozy space with meticulous attention to even the smallest details. With a long overall length of 5300mm, a wheelbase of 3128mm, a width of 1945mm, and a height of 1520mm, it boasts a spacious interior not only in legroom but also in headroom. Additionally, a black Alcantara headlining adds a luxurious touch, and the Nappa leather package is applied to the center console, steering wheel aircap, upper and lower dashboard, door armrests, door pockets, and shoulder backrests.

‘The New Audi A8 L 60 TFSI Quattro’ comes standard with active suspension that works in conjunction with front cameras to pre-identify road surfaces and actively adjust the suspension through an electronic chassis platform, enabling both dynamic driving and comfortable sedan rides while allowing safer and more effective vehicle control. It is equipped with various advanced safety features that consider the safety of passengers and pedestrians, including an exit warning system, adaptive cruise assist, Audi Side Assist that detects vehicles approaching from blind spots or rear during driving and sends warning signals via side mirrors, and ‘Pre Sense 360°.’ Front and rear parking assist systems, surround view display, and 360° cameras help with convenient parking.

The price of ‘The New Audi A8 60 TFSI Quattro’ is 190,528,000 KRW for the 4-seater model and 180,711,000 KRW for the 5-seater model.

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