Audi A8 2010 4.2 FSI quattro
Audi A8 2010 4.2 petrol description
Sedan Audi A8 2010 4.2 FSI quattro has been produced from January, 2010 to January, 2013. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.2 litres, which produces power of 372 horsepower on 6800 rpm and torque 445 Nm (Newton metres) on 3500 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, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 240 000 and 400 000 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 4.2 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.7 litres.
Audi A8 2010 4.2 FSI quattro has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
Audi A8 2010 4.2 FSI quattro accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Audi A8 2010 4.2 FSI quattro fuel consumption is 9.5 litres per 100km (10.5 km/l), city fuel economy - 13.3 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.2 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 1240 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Audi real everyday fuel consumption is 11.6 litres per 100 km, which is 22% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Audi A8 fuel consumption.

Audi A8 2010 4.2 FSI quattro technical data
Model: | Audi A8 4.2 FSI quattro | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 2010. January ... 2013. January | ||
Engine: | 4163 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 372 HP ON 6800 RPM | Torque: | 445 NM ON 3500 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (8 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.7 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.5 (combined) 13.3 (urban) 7.2 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 11.6 l/100km (20.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
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: | 2525 kg |
Audi A8 2010 4.2 FSI quattro engine CDRA
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 240,000 to 400,000 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 | 4163 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 8 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 84.5 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 92.8 mm |
Compression ratio | 12.5 : 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 4.2 FSI quattro oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 7.7 litres (8.1 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 11.5 litres (12.2 quarts) |
Power | 372 HP ON 6800 RPM |
Torque | 445 NM ON 3500 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2009 |
Duration of production | 3 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 |