2009 Audi S8
August 9, 2009 by Jyle Dupuis
Filed under Cars
Made for life on the German Autobahn, the new 2009 Audi S8 combines the best in luxury and sports performance. The S8 features one of the best engines in it’s class, the 450-hp 5.2L V10. Despite the cars heavy frame, the S8 is able to launch from 0-60mph in just 5 seconds. Comparable performance to any sports car.
2009 Audi S8
One of the first things you notice on the Audi S8 is the front grill. The large chrome outline might take some getting used to but the rest of the car helps keep a lower profile.
The S8 has some interesting features you don’t see too often in cars these days. Like the air-suspension system that provides a firm yet powerful ride, perfect for keeping a grip on the road at high speeds. The S8 also has a solar sun roof that activates an inner circulating fan that helps normalize the internal air temperature if left in the sun on a hot day. It also comes with a Bose sound system that retracting speakers on the front dash.
If gadgets are more your thing you’ll love that the S8 comes with automatic closing trunks and a DVD navigation system. It also has rear view cameras to help the driver back out of parking spaces. A virtual line also helps guide the driver in reverse by monitoring the steering angle.
The starting price for the 2009 Audi S8 is a little high in the $90,000 price range. With all the added perks included you could be spending as much as $115,000.
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