2013 Audi S8 Satisfies the Need for Speed at Pinellas Park area Audi Dealer

Mar 18, 2013

One of the fastest cars on the market, the 2013 Audi S8 is a four door, five passenger sedan that will leave just about all other cars on the road in a cloud of dust! It will only take you 3.5 seconds to go from zero to 60 miles per hour – which is faster even than a Camaro Zl1 and Shelby GT500. The Audi S8 is kind of what you get when you cross an executive sedan with a Lamborghini! Want to learn more? Visit your Pinellas Park area Audi dealer and take the 2013 Audi S8 for a test drive to feel the power for yourself.

2013 Audi S8 Performance and Engine

How does the Audi S8 go so fast? It’s got a 4.0 liter twin turbo V8 engine that delivers 520 horsepower and 481 lb-ft of torque. It also has an 8-speed automatic transmission with torque converter that shifts quickly with no detection of the power interruption. The car has all-wheel-drive which means it handles just as well at faster speeds as it does at more normal, driving speeds.

Traveling at a speed of 60 miles per hour, it will take you 107 feet to come to a stop using the 15.7 inch front brake rotors which you can choose from cast iron or carbon-ceramic.

As the driver of a 2013 Audi S8, you have some options using Audi Drive Select. You get to pick your ideal steering weight, throttle sensitivity, suspension settings and behavior of the transmission.

Fuel Economy

The 2013 Audi S8 is designed for speed and handling rather than improved fuel economy. That being said, the car does get 26 miles per gallon on the highway and 15 miles per gallon in the city.

2013 Audi S8 Technology and Interior Features

You’re not trapped into the standard one-size-fits all features when you buy a 2013 Audi S8. You have options for what color leather seats your car has and the look and style of your trim options. The speedometer is sharp looking, with a gray dial and white needle, while the push button engine start is in a bright red color.

For technology, the Audi S8 is loaded with driver assistance systems, including the exterior camera with 360 degree viewing to help you see all angles around your car for parking and changing lanes. You can upgrade to a 1400 watt Bang & Olufsen audio system if you want.