How many seconds does it take for the Audi S8 to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h?

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VanJoseph
07/24/25 9:30pm
The Audi S8 accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4 seconds, which is a direct reflection of the car's power. Taking the 2021 Audi S8 as an example, it belongs to the full-size car category with body dimensions of 5302mm in length, 1946mm in width, and 1483mm in height, a wheelbase of 3128mm, a fuel tank capacity of 82 liters, and a trunk capacity of 505 liters. The 2021 Audi S8 features a multi-link independent suspension at the front and rear, and is powered by a 4.0L twin-turbocharged engine that delivers a maximum horsepower of 571 PS, a maximum power of 420 kW, and a maximum torque of 800 Nm, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
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AbelFitz
08/10/25 2:39pm
I drove my friend's Audi S8, and the acceleration felt like riding a rocket. The official 0-100 km/h time is just 3.8 seconds. This car uses a 4.0T V8 twin-turbo engine paired with a 48V mild hybrid system—step on the gas, and you're instantly pinned to the seat. The quattro all-wheel-drive system keeps the tires firmly gripping the road, so even rainy-day acceleration won’t cause wheelspin. But you’ll need to fill it with 98-octane fuel, and the fuel consumption isn’t exactly low—around 15 L/100 km in the city. Personally, I’d say this car is perfect for sudden bursts of speed during highway cruising when overtaking. That addictive kick of instant thrust is intoxicating, though it feels like overkill for daily commutes.
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