Audi A8 (D4,4H facelift 2013) 4.2 TDI V8 clean diesel (385 hp) quattro Tiptronic

Diesel engine with 385 hp (283 kW) and 627 lb-ft (850 Nm), built 2013–2017, sedan body, all-wheel drive (4x4). It is the most powerful diesel version of the generation.

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Power385 hp (283 kW)
Torque627 lb-ft (850 Nm)
0–62 mph4.7 s
Top speed155 mph (250 km/h)
FuelDiesel

Specifications

Engine

Engine version4.2 TDI V8 clean diesel (385 hp) quattro Tiptronic
Engine codeCTEC
Displacement4.1 L (4,134 cm³)
Cylinders8
Cylinder layoutV-engine
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel systemDiesel common rail
Compression ratio16-5
Bore83 mm
Stroke95.5 mm
Engine oil capacity10.0 qt (9.5 l)
Engine systemsParticulate filter

Performance

Power385 hp (283 kW) @ 3750 rpm
Torque627 lb-ft (850 Nm) @ 2000-2750 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)4.7 s
Top speed155 mph (250 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelDiesel
City25 mpg (9.4 l/100 km)
Highway32 mpg (7.4 l/100 km)
CO₂ emissions312 g/mi (194 g/km)
Emission standardEuro 6
Fuel tank21.7 gal (82 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleSedan
Doors5
Length202.2 in (5,135 mm)
Width76.7 in (1,949 mm)
Height57.5 in (1,460 mm)
Curb weight4,497 lb (2,040 kg)
Gross vehicle weight5,963 lb (2,705 kg)
Cargo volume17.3 cu ft (490 l)
Drag coefficient0.27

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveAll-wheel drive (4x4)
SteeringElectric power steering
Front suspensionMulti-link
Rear suspensionIndependent, trapezoidal arm
Tires235/55 R18
Wheels8J x 18
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on an Audi A8 with this engine

  • On a diesel, check the particulate filter (DPF), the injectors and the dual-mass flywheel: they are the expensive repairs.
  • 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 (D4,4H facelift 2013) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
2.0 (245 hp) Hybrid TiptronicGasoline245 hp (180 kW)
3.0 TDI V6 clean diesel (258 hp) quattro TiptronicDiesel258 hp (190 kW)
3.0 TFSI V6 (310 hp) quattro TiptronicGasoline310 hp (228 kW)
4.0 BiTFSI V8 (435 hp) quattro TiptronicGasoline435 hp (320 kW)
3.0 TDI V6 (262 hp) quattro TiptronicDiesel262 hp (193 kW)
3.0 TDI V6 ultra (262 hp) quattro TiptronicDiesel262 hp (193 kW)

← All Audi A8 (D4,4H facelift 2013) engines

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