As the global economy continues to adjust, people's consumption concepts are also quietly changing, and they are more rational while paying attention to individuality in automobile consumption. The launch of the Audi A8L 45 TFSI model not only enriches the power layout of the Audi A8L, but also allows users to have more choices and help more people get closer to their dream car.
In the luxury D-segment segment, the BMW 7 Series and Mercedes-Benz S-Class have always been two difficult competitors. However, the recent launch of the Audi A8L 45 TFSI has brought subtle changes to this market landscape. You must know that since the first generation of Audi A8 succeeded the V8 as the brand's flagship in 1994, the Audi A8 has undergone five generations of inheritance and evolution, and has become a flagship masterpiece in the luxury D-segment car market. Now, as a new member of the Audi A8 family, the 45 TFSI model not only enriches the product line, but also lowers the barrier to entry for more consumers to access this luxury D-segment.
Recently, I was fortunate to be invited to experience the charm of the Audi A8L 45 TFSI in this test drive event, so let's take a look at the performance of this car.
The exterior design of the Audi A8L 45 TFSI continues the classic elements of the Audi family, with a hexagonal grille, sharp headlight clusters and dynamic lines, all of which give the car a strong sense of technology and sportiness. At the same time, the enveloping interior design, high-end materials and delicate workmanship all demonstrate Audi's pursuit of quality.
The new S-Line exterior package is also available, which takes the A8L 45 TFSI's traditional understated business image in addition to its personal image. The front of the S-Line package is sporty and very different from the base model: the side air intakes are similar to those of the S8L model, and the black exterior package gives it a sporty look. The black grille, bodywork, interior, and other S-Line logos provide an immersive and sporty driving experience and create a dynamic driving atmosphere.
The Audi A8L 45 TFSI model is equipped with luxury features such as adaptive air suspension, automatic air conditioning in four temperature zones, fragrance and ionizer, plus extremely comfortable ergonomically designed seats, which enhance the feeling of enveloping and comfort during the ride, and can bring passengers an executive-level, comfortable and healthy riding environment. At the same time, features such as a panoramic sunroof, rear windshield and electric sunshade for the rear side windows further enhance the vehicle's sense of prestige.
The Audi A8L 45 TFSI model for this test drive is equipped with the ***EA888 20T high-power engine, maximum power up to 195kW, good acceleration performance. What's more worth mentioning is that the comprehensive fuel consumption of this car is only 6 per 100 kilometers5L, compared with competing models such as BMW 735LI has obvious advantages.
During the test drive, the Audi A8L 45 TFSI performed impressively. The addition of the quattro mechanical all-wheel drive system allows the driver to steer the vehicle as he pleases and tackle all kinds of road conditions with ease. The addition of the progressive steering system makes the vehicle more calm when turning in small increments and more agile when steering in large increments, providing the driver with a handy driving experience. The addition of OLED rear taillights and interior ambient lighting enhancements make the vehicle even cooler at night.
In addition, the Audi A8L 45 TFSI and the BMW 7 Series were compared in terms of chassis comfort, line change stability, noise levels, and acceleration and braking performance.
First, on a road full of speed bumps, where the two cars pass at different speeds, the A8L 45 TFSI performs even better. In bumpy conditions, the A8L 45 TFSI's suspension is softer, and the damping system works quickly to keep the body smooth, compared to the 7 Series' suspension tuned stiffer, transmitting more vibrations and giving the passenger a bumpy feeling. What's more, the A8L 45 TFSI's suspension adjusts automatically after a certain distance, making it more efficient. Overall, the A8L 45 TFSI has a slight edge in terms of comfort.
For large luxury cars, stable performance is especially important when changing lanes. Passing at KMH at the Elk test site, the A8L 45 TFSI showed a smaller roll angle and shock absorbers ensured a more supple stance. In contrast, the stiffness of the 7 Series' suspension fails to provide more support when changing lines, and the roll is more pronounced. The A8L 45 TFSI excels in this area.
In the noise comparison, the A8L 45 TFSI almost completely crushes the 7 Series. Despite the fact that both cars are very quiet types, the A8L 45 TFSI was around 2 decibels quieter than the 7 Series at every test speed. The A8L 45 TFSI not only leads in numbers, but also feels quieter in practice, while the 7 Series' noise is mainly from the tyres, with a slight wind noise after speeds above 80 km/h. In terms of quietness, the A8L easily wins, and the comfort is definitely a perfect score.
Experience how to go on a small go-kart track, which is 125 kilometers, a total of 14 corners, the longest straight line of the course is 150 meters. The Audi A8L 45 TFSI is equipped with a 340 hp and 500 Nm Quattro all-wheel drive system, which is impressive in terms of straight-line acceleration. The two cars were full of momentum at the moment of starting, and the performance of 100 kilometers of acceleration was between the best. In practice, the A8L 45 TFSI showed no signs of skidding from the moment it started, with the Quattro all-wheel drive system firmly holding the car on the ground. The 7 Series shows slight signs of slippage during the start because all the power is distributed through the rear wheels, but it can also maintain a good attitude to complete the start.
Audi A8L The perfect combination of youthful design and sense of science and technology, the perfect balance of strong and fuel-efficient, the comfortable and healthy cockpit, or the perfect fusion of flexibility and stability and the reshaping of the D-class car market pattern with a sense of value, compared with competing products, the Audi A8L 45 TFSI has obvious advantages in terms of power, prestige, driving feeling, etc., and truly realizes the positioning of the "entry-level" luxury D-class car. The BMW 7 Series performs better, with more speed and braking performance. Therefore, the choice between the A8L and the 7 Series will depend on the individual's different preferences for comfort and sportiness.
*In terms of the Audi A8, the Audi A8L 45TFSI Quattro Deluxe has a ** of 82980,000 yuan, while the BMW 735Lim sports package is 91900,000 yuan, the two cars have a difference of nearly 100,000 yuan, so for the entry-level luxury D-class car, it is obvious that the Audi A8L makes consumers a more affordable choice to buy a car.
Overall, at the event, we witnessed the grand event of "five generations in the same house" from the Audi V8 to the first generation Audi A8 and now the fifth generation Audi A8L, and also truly felt the unique charm of the Audi A8L 45 TFSI. With the gradual tightening of emission regulations in the future, 20T is definitely the trend for luxury D-segment cars. And now, the Audi A8L is just ahead of the curve. If you're looking for a high-quality, all-round luxury D-segment car, then consider the Audi A8L 45 TFSI, which will give you a different driving experience.