Audi A8 1999 3.3 TDI Quattro
Audi A8 1999 3.3 diesel description
Sedan Audi A8 1999 3.3 TDI Quattro has been produced from July, 2000 to November, 2002. It has eight-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 3.3 litres, which produces power of 224 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 480 Nm (Newton metres) on 1800 revolutions per minute.
This 8-cylinder 32-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and Garrett GTA1749V turbine. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 220 000 and 370 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Audi A8 3.3 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 6 litres.
Audi A8 1999 3.3 TDI Quattro has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Audi A8 1999 3.3 TDI Quattro accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 242 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Audi A8 1999 3.3 TDI Quattro fuel consumption is 9.7 litres per 100km (10.3 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 13.8 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 90 litres or 23.78 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 920 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1220 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Audi is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Audi A8 fuel consumption.

Audi A8 1999 3.3 TDI Quattro technical data
Model: | Audi A8 3.3 TDI Quattro | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 2000. July ... 2002. November | ||
Engine: | 3328 cm3 Diesel, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 261 g/km |
Power: | 224 HP ON 4000 RPM | Torque: | 480 NM ON 1800 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Top speed: | 242 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.2 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.7 (combined) 13.8 (urban) 7.3 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 9.9 l/100km (23.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 90 litres (23.8 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 5.03m (length) 1.88m (width) 1.44m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 12.3 meters | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 525 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 2460 kg |
Audi A8 1999 3.3 TDI Quattro engine AKF
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 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 | 3328 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 8 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 78.3 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 86.4 mm |
Compression ratio | 18 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
Fuel system | Common Rail Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair. |
Audi A8 1999 3.3 TDI Quattro oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 6 litres (6.3 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 8 litres (8.5 quarts) |
Power | 224 HP ON 4000 RPM |
Torque | 480 NM ON 1800 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2000 |
Duration of production | 2 years |
All Audi A8 sedan [1999 - 2002] 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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |