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Audi has long been known for its superior
handling and the A8 advances this ethos to
a new level, setting a new benchmark for the
category. Its dynamic characteristics can be
traced to a number of innovations that make
it handle like a true sports sedan.
At the heart of its remarkable handling is the
ASF ® . The aluminum space frame helps reduce
weight while offering increased stiffness
over a comparable steel frame. The ASF offers
exceptional torsional rigidity which translates
into precise handling.
The quattro ® all-wheel drive system is central to
the cornering prowess of the A8, helping instill
confidence with enhanced traction and power
delivery. For an even higher level of control
and agility, quattro with available Sport Rear
Differential varies torque between the two
rear wheels to help reduce understeer through
corners and helps create the sporty driving
experience found in an Audi vehicle. The result
is more precise, nimble handling.
The moment your hands turn the steering wheel,
you experience the technology of speed sensitive
steering. Regardless of whether you’re on the
highway or in the city, steering the A8 is always
precise and responsive. Servotronic ® steering
varies power assistance based on vehicle speed.
At low speeds, the steering operates with a
high degree of power assist, making it easier
to maneuver the car. At higher speeds on the
open road, power assist is reduced, resulting
in a high degree of straight line stability. With
Audi dynamic steering, an added layer of
performance is achieved by varying the steering
ratio up to 100 percent depending on the vehicle’s
speed and chosen drive select mode.
The A8 handling is even more evolved with
the standard adaptive air suspension. It’s
designed to react to driving forces virtually
instantaneously, producing a comfortable,
responsive ride in nearly any driving condition.
Additionally, body roll and pitch are reduced
by increasing damping through corners and
under braking, resulting in a more composed
and responsive ride. For optimal personalization,
adaptive air suspension offers four modes from
which to select: Auto, Dynamic, Comfort and
Lift. Depending on the modes from which to
select, along with vehicle speed, the suspension
can lower the body up to 20 mm.
Progressive Audi technology flourishes
with many available vehicle handling and
performance combinations thanks to Audi
drive select. Choose Comfort, Auto or Dynamic
mode, and Audi drive select helps manage the
adaptive suspension, Audi dynamic steering,
transmission shift characteristics and throttle
response. Whether you prefer the smoother,
luxurious ride of Comfort mode or the more
direct and firmer responses of Dynamic mode,
Audi drive select allows you to tailor the vehicle
to your liking. With the simple press of a button,
one of the three preset configurations can be
selected. The result is a driving experience
that helps ensure your A8 always performs
to your preferences.
confident
A8
TTS Coupe