Audi A8 2010 4.0 TFSI V8
Audi A8 2010 4.0 petrol description
Sedan Audi A8 2010 4.0 TFSI V8 has been produced from January, 2012 to December, 2013. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.0 litres, which produces power of 420 horsepower on 5000 rpm - this is the most powerfull Audi A8 2010 - 2013 version and torque 600 Nm (Newton metres) on 1500 revolutions per minute.
This 8-cylinder 32-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and BiTurbo turbine. The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 200 000 to 340 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Audi A8 4.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 8.3 litres.
Audi A8 2010 4.0 TFSI V8 has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
Audi A8 2010 4.0 TFSI V8 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 4.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Audi A8 2010 4.0 TFSI V8 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 9.4 litres per 100km (10.6 km/l), city fuel economy - 13 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 90 litres or 23.78 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 940 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1220 kilometers on highway.

Audi A8 2010 4.0 TFSI V8 technical data
Model: | Audi A8 4.0 TFSI V8 | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 2012. January ... 2013. December | ||
Engine: | 3993 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 420 HP ON 5000 RPM | Torque: | 600 NM ON 1500 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (8 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Maximum speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 4.6 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.4 (combined) 13.0 (urban) 7.3 (highway) | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 90 litres (23.8 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 5.14m (length) 1.95m (width) 1.46m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 12.3 meters | ||
Ground clearance: | 120 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 510 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 906 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 2545 kg |
Audi A8 2010 4.0 TFSI V8 engine CEUA
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 200,000 to 340,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement | 3993 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 8 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 84.5 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 89 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.1 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Audi A8 2010 4.0 TFSI V8 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 8.3 litres (8.8 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 15 litres (15.9 quarts) |
Power | 420 HP ON 5000 RPM |
Torque | 600 NM ON 1500 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2012 |
Duration of production | 1 years |
All Audi A8 sedan [2010 - 2013] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Drive type |
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Audi A8 2012 2.0 TFSI
Jan 2012 — Dec 2013 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 211 HP | 6.3 l/100km | Front wheel |
Audi A8 2010 3.0 TFSI quattro 4x4 Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 | 3.0 Petrol | 290 HP | 9.1 l/100km | All wheel |
Audi A8 2010 3.0 TDI V6 4x4 Jan 2010 — Dec 2011 | 3.0 Diesel | 210 HP | 6.6 l/100km | All wheel |
Audi A8 2010 3.0 TDI quattro 4x4
Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
3.0 Diesel | 250 HP | 6.4 l/100km | All wheel |
Audi A8 2012 4.0 TFSI V8 4x4
Jan 2012 — Dec 2013 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds |
4.0 Petrol | 420 HP | 9.4 l/100km | All wheel |
Audi A8 2010 4.1 4.2 TDI quattro 4x4
Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 Most powerfull diesel version (350 HP) |
4.1 Diesel | 350 HP | 7.6 l/100km | All wheel |
Audi A8 2010 4.2 FSI quattro 4x4 Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 | 4.2 Petrol | 372 HP | 9.5 l/100km | All wheel |