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Audi S8 D2 (4D)

Full-Size Sedan

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Audi S8 D2 (Typ 4D) is a full-size luxury sedan in production from 1996 to 1998, whereupon it received a facelift. It was powered by a single naturally-aspirated V8 engine that displaced 4.2 liters.

Best known for its appearance in the film Ronin, the original D2 S8 featured Audi's trademark symmetric AWD paired to a 6-speed manual transmission. With the extensive use of aluminum in the form of "Audi Space Frame", the D2 S8 had handling characteristics that was unrivaled at the time for its class, despite being rather nose-heavy.

In some markets, the original D2 S8 used a 5-speed ZF 5HP24A automatic transmission. This was a rather weak unit, which did not match the characteristic of the car. Enthusiasts will find that current markets value the 6-speed manual much more as well.

Audi has made a good effort in aerodynamics, with a decent 0.28 coefficient of drag to show for it.

Drivers who appreciate handling will be pleased to know that the D2 S8 comes with multi-link suspensions at all four corners. This provides the best cornering performance and tunability, at the expense of cost and a little bit of durability.

Ratings

What we found

Neofiliac score 79%

Pros

Superb exterior styling
Wonderful 6-speed manual transmission
Audi Space Frame chassis
Great suspension setup
Good 0.28 drag coefficient
Good towing capacity

Cons

Very nose-heavy
Weak automatic transmission

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