Audi S8 Plus (Photo : Reuters)
Audi introduces the latest version of the S8 full-size performance sedan, the S8 Plus. This new version was believed to be better and faster than Mercedes AMG's S63 and Ferrari F40.
The new S8 Plus packs twin-turbo 4-litre V8 engine exactly the same the regular S8. It has an increased power and torque outputs. Vmax is part of its dynamic package that brings a set of carbon ceramic brakes and quattro-fettled sports exhaust.
According to TopGear, Audi's S8 Plus has an enhanced S8 that can hit 60 miles per hour in as little as 3.8 seconds. Audi is quiet not popular when it comes to acceleration but the Audi S8 Plus is faster compared to a twin-turbo V8--the Ferrari F40.
S8 has matrix LED headlights and an option of a matte silver paint which is only available with the A8's shorter wheelbase option. This made the car perfect for a simple car to drive that is not luxurious yet elegant and powerful.
Audi's head Dr. Ulrich Hackenberg, said that they have sharpened their large sport sedan. The word "Plus"means the top of the the sub-RS Audi heap. It was made with lots of go-fast hardware and has an option to remove the standard 155-mph top-speed governor that unlocks the full 190-mph potential, Car and Driver revealed.
The internal design showcases an Arras Red seat piping and contrast faux-suede headliner. Exterior trim is glossy-black, matte-black grille mesh and a choice of Plus-exclusive matte silver paint.
S8 Plus has 275/35 tires installed on specially designed wheels of 21 inches. There is no big difference on the front end compared to the base sedan.
Audi S8 Plus will be launched first in Germany and will be available in the market on November 2016. The Audi S8 Plus price starts at $161,324.
