Audi A8 1999
Comfortable, cosy, powerfull car!
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This generation of Audi A8 has been produced from January, 1999 to November, 2002. We can provide information about 17 modifications of this generation. 1999 Audi A8 is available with four wheel (4x4) drive (10 versions) and front wheel drive (7 versions).
This Audi is available with four petrol engines with displacement from 2.8 to 6.0 litres and power of from 193 to 420 horsepower un three diesel engines with displacement from 2.5 to 3.3 litres and power of from 150 to 225 horsepower.
The car is available with both manual (4 versions), as well as automatic (13 versions) gearbox.
Audi A8 1999 average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 9.9 to 14.6 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 7.2 to 9.7 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Audi A8 1999 petrol engine version is Audi A8 2.8 5V, consuming 9.9 litres per 100km. While the most fuel efficient Audi A8 1999 diesel - Audi A8 2.5 TDI 150 Hp for 100 kilometers consumes 7.2 liters of diesel.
According to user reviews, Audi A8 real-world fuel consumption is on average the same as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy (on average the same for petrol engines and the same for diesel engines). For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Audi A8 modification.
Audi A8 1999 CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 238 to 350 grams per kilometer, whereas for diesel engine - from 193 to 261 grams per kilometer. From Audi A8 with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has Audi A8 2.8 5V which produces an average of 238 grams of CO2 per kilometer. In turn, from the Audi A8 diesels least CO2 distributes Audi A8 2.5 TDI 180 Hp - 193 grams per km.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 5.8 seconds has Audi A8 6.0 Quattro version, conversely the tardiest one is Audi A8 2.5 TDI Quattro 150 Hp Automatic reaching this speed only in 11.1 seconds. The maximum top speed is 250 km/h for the 6.0 petrol 420 hp version (Audi A8 6.0 Quattro) and 5 other versions.
Lenght of Audi A8 is 505 cm, it is large car. For comparison - Audi A8 is about 1 cm longer than BMW 7 series. Audi A8 gross weight is from 2110 to 2530 kg (depending on modification), this car is about 9 percent heavier than the average for this age and class of vehicles. Audi A8 trunk space is 525 litres.
This Audi is quite costly - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 2800 €. Users calculated Audi A8 1999 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2500 € cost per year and 0.19 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 66%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 22% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Audi A8 for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Audi A8 prices and costs.
Audi A8 modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Audi A8 1999 2.5 TDI 150 Hp
Jan 1999 — Jan 2001 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.5 Diesel | 150 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A8 1999 2.5 TDI 150 Hp Automatic Jan 1999 — Jan 2001 | 2.5 Diesel | 150 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Front wheel |
| Audi A8 1999 2.5 TDI Quattro 150 Hp Automatic 4x4 Jan 1999 — Jan 2001 | 2.5 Diesel | 150 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
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Audi A8 2001 2.5 TDI 180 Hp
Jan 2001 — Nov 2002 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.5 Diesel | 180 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
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Audi A8 2001 2.5 TDI 180 Hp Automatic
Jan 2001 — Nov 2002 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
2.5 Diesel | 180 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Front wheel |
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Audi A8 2001 2.5 TDI Quattro 180 Hp Automatic 4x4
Jan 2001 — Nov 2002 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
2.5 Diesel | 180 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
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Audi A8 1999 2.8 5V
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Audi A8 1999 2.8 5V Automatic | 2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 10.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Front wheel |
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Audi A8 1999 2.8 5V Quattro 4x4
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 11.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
| Audi A8 1999 2.8 5V Quattro Automatic 4x4 | 2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 11.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
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Audi A8 2000 3.3 TDI Quattro 4x4
Jul 2000 — Nov 2002 Most powerfull diesel version (225 HP) |
3.3 Diesel | 225 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
| Audi A8 1999 3.7 | 3.7 Petrol | 260 HP | 11.5 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Front wheel |
| Audi A8 1999 3.7 Quattro 4x4 | 3.7 Petrol | 260 HP | 12.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
| Audi A8 1999 4.2 Quattro 4x4 | 4.2 Petrol | 310 HP | 12.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
| Audi A8 2000 4.2 Quattro Long 4x4 Jan 2000 — Nov 2002 | 4.2 Petrol | 310 HP | 13.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
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Audi A8 2001 6.0 Quattro Long 4x4
Aug 2001 — Nov 2002 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.8 seconds |
6.0 Petrol | 420 HP | 14.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
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Audi A8 2001 6.0 Quattro 4x4
Dec 2001 — Nov 2002 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.8 seconds |
6.0 Petrol | 420 HP | 14.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
Audi A8 prices
Audi A8 1999 - 2002 sedan price in Latvia is from 1500 € to 4100 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Audi A8 price is entirely high - Audi A8 is approximately for 48 percents more expensive then average sedans of this age (compare sedans 1999 - 2002 prices).
| Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audi A8 2002 price | 1500 € | 2600 € | 4100 € | |
| Audi A8 1999 price | 2200 € | 2900 € | 3900 € |
Audi A8 total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own Audi A8? Users calculated Audi A8 1999 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2500 € cost per year and 0.19 € cost per one kilometer.
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Audi A8 reliability and quality
According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service Audi A8 reliability is below average. In the roadworthiness tests in 2009 defects were detected in an average of 18.3 percent of Audi A8 of this generation (on average 9 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 16.2%.
Audi A8 1999 features (options)
Percentage of Audi A8 with corresponding feature (option)
85% Conditioning
76% Metallic paint
69% Xenon headlights
66% Electrically adjustable seats
65% Leather upholstery
64% Heated seats
59% Cruise control
57% Adjustable steering wheel
51% Rear parking sensors
49% Navigation
49% Front parking sensors
45% Electrically adjustable steering wheel
42% Sunroof
38% Dimming mirrors
34% Auxiliary heating
33% Rain sensor
28% Tire pressure control
12% Bi-xenon lights
12%
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Audi A8 reviews
Total 4 Audi A8 owner reviews
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| Purchase year: | 2015 (age of car 11 years) | Owned for: | 7`000 kilometers (1 year) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 10.0 litres per 100km (40% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 350 € (~ 350 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Comfortable, cosy, powerfull car!
Cons: With weak batery does not start