Audi A8 D2
The Audi A8 D2 (1994–2002): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 14 versions in the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada.
Model codes: 4D
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 5,030–5,160 mm Traficom | – | 5,138–5,164 mm |
| Width | 1,880 mm Traficom | – | 1,880 mm |
| Height | 1,420 mm Traficom | – | 1,438 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,880–2,940 mm RDW | – | 2,882–3,010 mm |
| Front track | 1,588–1,606 mm ASTRA | – | – |
| Rear track | 1,575–1,598 mm ASTRA | – | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,475–1,840 kg RDW | – | 1,540–1,980 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,575–1,940 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,100–2,380 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,750–2,300 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 750 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 4–5 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 510 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,832–2,945 L EPA | – |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 213–250 km/h ASTRA | – | – |
| Torque | 280–480 Nm ASTRA | – | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 245/45R18, 225/55R17, 225/60R16, 235/45R18
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Traficom type approvals (Finland), Wikipedia, RDW type approvals (Netherlands), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 years and older | 74.7% (72.4–76.8) | 69.2% | 1,445 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 38.0% | 41.6% |
| Brakes | 32.3% | 36.4% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 28.1% | 17.1% |
| Tyres | 20.8% | 31.2% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 17.5% | 18.6% |
| Lights and electrics | 17.2% | 28.8% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
34 complaints for model years 1996–2002. 3 crashes · 2 fires · 1 injury
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 14 versions of the Audi A8 D2
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United Kingdom 7 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001–20022.8 V6 Quattro (194 bhp) · 2.8 V6 Quattro Tiptronic (194 bhp) | 2.8 L | 145 kW (197 PS) | Petrol | – | 11.9 L/100 km NEDC | 286 g/km |
| 2000–20023.7 V8 Quattro 260bhp · 3.7 V8 Quattro & Sport Tiptronic (260 bhp) · 3.7 V8 Quattro (260 bhp) and 1 more trim | 3.7 L | 194 kW (264 PS) | Petrol | – | 12.4 L/100 km NEDC | 298 g/km |
| 2001–20024.2 V8 Quattro (LWB) Tiptronic (310 bhp) · 4.2 V8 Quattro (310 bhp) · 4.2 V8 Quattro (LWB) (310 bhp) and 1 more trim | 4.2 L | 231 kW (314 PS) | Petrol | – | 13.1 L/100 km NEDC | 314 g/km |
| 20012.8 Sport Quattro & Sport Tiptronic (194 bhp) | 2.8 L | 145 kW (197 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 11.8 L/100 km NEDC | 283 g/km |
| 20014.2 V8 Quattro Tiptronic (310 bhp) | 4.2 L | 231 kW (314 PS) | Petrol | – | 13.0 L/100 km NEDC | 312 g/km |
| 20002.8 V6 193bhp | 2.8 L | 144 kW (196 PS) | Petrol | – | 10.8 L/100 km NEDC | 259 g/km |
| 20004.2 V8 Quattro 310bhp · 4.2 V8 LWB Quattro 310 bhp | 4.2 L | 231 kW (314 PS) | Petrol | – | 13.2 L/100 km NEDC | 317 g/km |
United States 5 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001–2003CLKUP · 3MODE CLKUP | 4.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 2001–2002GUZZLER, CLKUP | 4.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 368 g/km |
| 2000CLKUP | 4.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 1997–1999(FFS), CLKUP · CLKUP | 3.7 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 1997–1999(FFS), CLKUP · CLKUP | 4.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
Canada 2 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001–2003Full-size · Mid-size | 4.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 13.1 L/100 km 5-cycle | 301 g/km |
| 1997–2002Mid-size | 4.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 13.0–15.1 L/100 km 5-cycle | 299–347 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.