It is common to find buyers of the Audi S8 enthusiastic about their purchase. The S8 has been one of the premier vehicles of the Audi line for over ten years. It is an important car and the 2002 model is no exception. The Audi S8 falls into the sedan for the family category. People who purchase the S8 have been doing so for the last few generations in a family.
2002 Audi S8 Base Specs
The S8 Base is equipped with a Audi 4.2 liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 40 valves. A 5-speed Automatic Transaxle puts the power of the engine to the pavement. This is a long-standing favorite for buyers in the Sedan arena.
The fuel system for the 2002 S8 is a Bosch ME-7 design, running on gasoline fuel. The gasoline is regulated by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design.
The S8 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.
Statistics
The S8 is 198.20 inches long, 79.00 inches wide, and 55.80 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 113.40 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.
The listed retail price in 2002 (MSRP) was $72,500, with an invoice cost of $64,870. This price is in line with the industry average price for a four-door Sedan.
A powertrain warranty is provided (50,000 miles/48 months), and a 50,000 mile, 48 month guarantee also comes with the Audi S8. This is standard for the price range.
Fuel Efficiency
The 2002 S8 gets 21 miles/gallon on the highway and only 15 in the city. This is exceptional for a sedan car.
In Summary
The 2002 model year was unsuccessful for the Audi S8. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Base version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.
The S8 is a fine example of a German sports car. Read more about Audi sports cars at my new Squidoo Lens.
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