Audi V8 (D11) 4.2 V8 (280 hp) quattro Automatic

Gasoline engine with 280 hp (206 kW) and 295 lb-ft (400 Nm), built 1991–1994, sedan body, all-wheel drive (4x4). It is the most powerful gasoline version of the generation.

Power280 hp (206 kW)

Torque295 lb-ft (400 Nm)

0–62 mph7.7 s

Top speed155 mph (249 km/h)

FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine version	4.2 V8 (280 hp) quattro Automatic
Displacement	4.2 L (4,172 cm³)
Cylinders	8
Cylinder layout	V-engine
Engine position	Front, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder	4
Fuel system	Multi-point indirect injection
Compression ratio	10-6
Bore	84.5 mm
Stroke	93 mm

Performance

Power	280 hp (206 kW) @ 5800 rpm
Torque	295 lb-ft (400 Nm) @ 4000 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)	7.7 s
Top speed	155 mph (249 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

Fuel	Gasoline
Fuel tank	21.1 gal (80 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body style	Sedan
Doors	5
Length	191.9 in (4,874 mm)
Width	71.4 in (1,814 mm)
Height	55.9 in (1,420 mm)
Curb weight	3,770 lb (1,710 kg)
Gross vehicle weight	5,093 lb (2,310 kg)
Cargo volume	20.1 cu ft (570 l)
Drag coefficient	0.35

Drivetrain and chassis

Drive	All-wheel drive (4x4)
Tires	215/60 R15
Wheels	R15

What to check on an Audi V8 (D11) 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 V8 (D11) engines

Engine	Fuel	Power
3.6 V8 (250 hp) quattro Automatic	Gasoline	250 hp (184 kW)
3.6 V8 (250 hp) quattro	Gasoline	250 hp (184 kW)
4.2 V8 (280 hp) quattro	Gasoline	280 hp (206 kW)
3.6 V8 (245 hp) quattro Automatic	Gasoline	245 hp (180 kW)

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