Audi A8 (D3, 4E, facelift 2007) 4.2 FSI V8 (350 hp) quattro Tiptronic

Gasoline engine with 350 hp (257 kW) and 325 lb-ft (440 Nm), built 2007–2009, sedan body, all-wheel drive (4x4). It is the most powerful gasoline version of the generation.

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Power350 hp (257 kW)
Torque325 lb-ft (440 Nm)
0–62 mph6.1 s
Top speed155 mph (250 km/h)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine version4.2 FSI V8 (350 hp) quattro Tiptronic
Engine codeBVJ
Displacement4.2 L (4,163 cm³)
Cylinders8
Cylinder layoutV-engine
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder4
ValvetrainDOHC
Fuel systemDirect injection
Compression ratio12-5
Bore84.5 mm
Stroke92.8 mm
Engine oil capacity9.3 qt (8.8 l)

Performance

Power350 hp (257 kW) @ 6800 rpm
Torque325 lb-ft (440 Nm) @ 3500 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)6.1 s
Top speed155 mph (250 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
City15 mpg (15.7 l/100 km)
Highway22 mpg (10.9 l/100 km)
CO₂ emissions417 g/mi (259 g/km)
Emission standardEuro 4
Fuel tank23.8 gal (90 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleSedan
Doors5
Length199.3 in (5,062 mm)
Width74.6 in (1,894 mm)
Height56.9 in (1,444 mm)
Curb weight3,968 lb (1,800 kg)
Gross vehicle weight5,291 lb (2,400 kg)
Cargo volume17.7 cu ft (500 l)
Drag coefficient0.27

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveAll-wheel drive (4x4)
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionMulti-link
Rear suspensionIndependent, trapezoidal arm
Tires235/50 R17
Wheels8J x 17
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on an Audi A8 with this engine

  • On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
  • All-wheel drive needs fresh fluid in the differentials and the coupling: ask for the service records.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Audi A8 (D3, 4E, facelift 2007) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
3.0 TDI V6 (233 hp) quattro DPF TiptronicDiesel233 hp (171 kW)
3.2 FSI V6 (260 hp) MultitronicGasoline260 hp (191 kW)
3.2 FSI V6 (260 hp) quattro TiptronicGasoline260 hp (191 kW)
4.2 BiTDI V8 (326 hp) quattro DPF TiptronicDiesel326 hp (240 kW)
2.8 FSI e V6 (210 hp) MultitronicGasoline210 hp (154 kW)
3.0 TDI V6 (233 hp) quattro TiptronicDiesel233 hp (171 kW)

← All Audi A8 (D3, 4E, facelift 2007) engines

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