All new A8 being revealed live - link in thread

Year's_End · 11-30-2009, 07:02 PM

http://www.worldcarfans.com/10912012...eal--watch-now

Lucy Liu?

Year's_End · 11-30-2009, 07:28 PM

So the F01's interior just had its ass handed to it. Wow.

Exterior looks...awkward. Cool headlights. Front end reminds me of an alien. Rear is cool.

MCMLXXXIX · 11-30-2009, 07:33 PM

awkward is the exact word i was thinking of. i didnt get to see the interior, unless i wasnt paying attention

Scorpion · 11-30-2009, 07:36 PM

Jumped in right when they were bringing it out, not to bad.

Schn3ll · 11-30-2009, 09:48 PM

weird angular light design on the DRL's... Doesn't really fit with the rest of the car. Kinda bland too, would much rather do the new 7 series. I dont know about everyone else here but Audi is really taking this LED lighting thing a little too far, its on the mirror caps now too, you know what they say, too much of a good thing...

domobrown · 11-30-2009, 10:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Nikkahtropolis

So the F01's interior just had its ass handed to it. Wow.

Exterior looks...awkward. Cool headlights. Front end reminds me of an alien. Rear is cool.

I thought that the rear was more of a widened A4, but nothing too wild. Actually, this is more of a facelift to me. As for the interior, I really like the ambient lighting. But I have to say, after sitting in a 750LI, I was blown by the interior design and quality. I'd say they are about even. Also, they need to give the V8 a boost, or actually boost it. Their flagship should have a more powerful engine. That 4.2 needs a rest after being used 11+ years

.:bHd:. · 11-30-2009, 10:31 PM

Wow that thing is hideous. Looks more like a facelift than a new car. Not feelin it. Audi has been using that same horseshoe grill for too long I think time to change up the shape. Interior is pretty slick though

Rick Hunter · 11-30-2009, 10:49 PM

WOW that's so *yawn*

And WTF is with the DRLs? Makes it look so Emo (yuck)

bunnn · 11-30-2009, 10:57 PM

the concept rear looks much better

overall a really awkward car as most described...least they live up to the interior standards... i like the current gen A8/S8 a lot more..

Year's_End · 11-30-2009, 11:22 PM

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Originally Posted by domobrown

I thought that the rear was more of a widened A4, but nothing too wild. Actually, this is more of a facelift to me. As for the interior, I really like the ambient lighting. But I have to say, after sitting in a 750LI, I was blown by the interior design and quality. I'd say they are about even. Also, they need to give the V8 a boost, or actually boost it. Their flagship should have a more powerful engine. That 4.2 needs a rest after being used 11+ years

Well I've driven a 750i (and sat in a 750li), and think it has a solid interior with great materials and build quality, however I think the design isn't fitting for a luxury sedan. I feel like they took the traditional BMW layout too far, making it simply feeling like a tarted up 5 series cabin. This A8's layout seems more fitting for a large cruiser. The touch pad is extremely interesting too, even if it might turn out to be a gimmick.

I think the headlights are another point of interest, and not because of their design. It seems that this is Audi's second all-LED offering; a sign that all-LED headlamps are slowly making their way into more mainstream offerings (note how the traditional xenon lamps are still available, and without the awkward cubic secondary row of LEDs).

The rear is underwhelming. The concept sketches looked perfect though. Check out the plaid seat patterns while you guys browse through the gallery.

One thing you have to note is this: this A8 is at least offering some features that pique our interest. The F01 impressed me with one new feature: the side view cam.

shiggy · 12-01-2009, 12:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Schn3ll

weird angular light design on the DRL's... Doesn't really fit with the rest of the car. Kinda bland too, would much rather do the new 7 series. I dont know about everyone else here but Audi is really taking this LED lighting thing a little too far, its on the mirror caps now too, you know what they say, too much of a good thing...

completely agree with all of the above! the front end looks...ummmm....weird...

Garduna · 12-01-2009, 01:38 AM

Not bad looking but definately weird.

footie · 12-01-2009, 07:14 AM

It's too conservative for an Audi. I saw the early prototypes drawings and that plus the concept of the A7 give the opinion of something exciting but alas it couldn't be further from the truth.

Interior quality is top draw, think Bentley and you wouldn't be far wrong.

P.S.
Did you all notice the weight advantage against the main competition.

200lbs lighter the equivalent 7 series RWD and 400lbs than the x-drive version, 50lbs light than the S-class RWD and 200lbs light than the AWD version. Audi's quattro system is not only more advantage than both these but it's also much lighter.

DougLikesBMW · 12-01-2009, 11:07 AM

Wow, exterior design is extremely weak. I am disappoint, Audi.

Interior is nice, touchpad seems neat...whole interior looks like it'd be in a Bentley or something. Audi finally cleared up that mess of buttons that all of their interiors have, or at least made it look better.

footie · 12-01-2009, 12:02 PM

I honestly prefer the styling of recent Audis but of late, namely the A4 and now the A8 I actually prefer BMW once again. Isn't it amazing how the departure of Bangle has changed one person's opinion.

Audi A8

BMW 7 series

BMW 5 series

Year's_End · 12-01-2009, 12:57 PM

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Originally Posted by footie

I honestly prefer the styling of recent Audis but of late, namely the A4 and now the A8 I actually prefer BMW once again. Isn't it amazing how the departure of Bangle has changed one person's opinion.

lol, that's actually a fake rendered 5 Series. I think the real deal looks even better.

keanu1 · 12-01-2009, 01:40 PM

I can't say that it looks better or worse than the 7 series!! They are both beautyful!!

Ender514 · 12-01-2009, 01:52 PM

not bad....the LEDs in the head lights are odd looking

footie · 12-01-2009, 02:59 PM

Yeah I knew it wasn't exact but was pretty close to the real deal and was a more side on shot then most others that are genuine.

Still a much better looking car.

CPI · 12-01-2009, 03:06 PM

The A8 is ok. Nothing that amazing. I guess the right word is conservative.

EmPower · 12-01-2009, 03:25 PM

will have to see it in person. Love the interior and Iam sure will eventually mellow towards the exterior, but IMHO, nothing comes close to the W221 S-class in terms of road presence. The only way that I notice an F01 or this A8 would be at night with their splendid display of LED lights. But in all honestly, the refreshed W221 also comes quite close.

MidwestBimmerFan · 12-01-2009, 04:13 PM

That thing just looks weird. Audi's lights look horrible!!! They don't flow with the rest of the car's design theme at all.

11-30-2009, 07:02 PM	#1
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11-30-2009, 07:28 PM	#2
Year's_End Cpt. Buzzkill Drives: '08 E92 335i Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: St. Pete, FL Posts: 11,786 iTrader: (0)	So the F01's interior just had its ass handed to it. Wow. Exterior looks...awkward. Cool headlights. Front end reminds me of an alien. Rear is cool. __________________ _.[In a love/hate relationship with...] E92 335i: Space Grey\|Coral Red\|Aluminum Trim _________VMR V710s\|M-Sport Rear Bumper & Rockers\|M3 Spoiler\|Golf-T__________Moved on to the misc. Later, brahs.

11-30-2009, 09:48 PM	#5
Schn3ll Lieutenant Drives: '08 Z4MC Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: La Jolla Posts: 572 iTrader: (3) Garage List 2009 135 [0.00]	weird angular light design on the DRL's... Doesn't really fit with the rest of the car. Kinda bland too, would much rather do the new 7 series. I dont know about everyone else here but Audi is really taking this LED lighting thing a little too far, its on the mirror caps now too, you know what they say, too much of a good thing... __________________ Stubby / Custom K&N intake / CDV / ZHP lighted knob / 20%'s

11-30-2009, 10:31 PM	#7
.:bHd:. Major Drives: E92 335i MT Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: So Cal Posts: 1,149 iTrader: (0)	Wow that thing is hideous. Looks more like a facelift than a new car. Not feelin it. Audi has been using that same horseshoe grill for too long I think time to change up the shape. Interior is pretty slick though __________________

11-30-2009, 10:49 PM	#8
Rick Hunter Skull Squadron Leader Drives: '07 Imola Red ///M Coupé Join Date: May 2007 Location: The Emerald City Posts: 1,807 iTrader: (15)	WOW that's so yawn And WTF is with the DRLs? Makes it look so Emo (yuck) __________________

11-30-2009, 07:33 PM	#3
MCMLXXXIX wat Drives: a gr3at whit3 5hark Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Oct 2008 Posts: 3,410 iTrader: (0)	awkward is the exact word i was thinking of. i didnt get to see the interior, unless i wasnt paying attention

11-30-2009, 07:36 PM	#4
Scorpion Major Drives: Nothing Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Nowhere Posts: 1,215 iTrader: (0)	Jumped in right when they were bringing it out, not to bad.

11-30-2009, 10:57 PM	#9
bunnn Colonel Drives: like a grandma Join Date: May 2009 Location: Toronto Posts: 2,199 iTrader: (12)	the concept rear looks much better overall a really awkward car as most described...least they live up to the interior standards... i like the current gen A8/S8 a lot more.. __________________ Cheers Ben

12-01-2009, 01:38 AM	#12
Garduna Brigadier General Drives: 128i Sedona Red Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Toronto Posts: 3,904 iTrader: (3)	Not bad looking but definately weird.

12-01-2009, 07:14 AM	#13
footie Major General Drives: ???????????? Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: BMW M3 will get a V6TT Posts: 7,508 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 E92 M3 [0.00]	It's too conservative for an Audi. I saw the early prototypes drawings and that plus the concept of the A7 give the opinion of something exciting but alas it couldn't be further from the truth. Interior quality is top draw, think Bentley and you wouldn't be far wrong. P.S. Did you all notice the weight advantage against the main competition. 200lbs lighter the equivalent 7 series RWD and 400lbs than the x-drive version, 50lbs light than the S-class RWD and 200lbs light than the AWD version. Audi's quattro system is not only more advantage than both these but it's also much lighter.

12-01-2009, 11:07 AM	#14
DougLikesBMW Fapmin Drives: '09 Jetta SE MT Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Plano, Texas Posts: 2,636 iTrader: (0)	Wow, exterior design is extremely weak. I am disappoint, Audi. Interior is nice, touchpad seems neat...whole interior looks like it'd be in a Bentley or something. Audi finally cleared up that mess of buttons that all of their interiors have, or at least made it look better. __________________ Gilt Groupe and Jackthreads invites.

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footie Major General Drives: ???????????? Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: BMW M3 will get a V6TT Posts: 7,508 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 E92 M3 [0.00]	I honestly prefer the styling of recent Audis but of late, namely the A4 and now the A8 I actually prefer BMW once again. Isn't it amazing how the departure of Bangle has changed one person's opinion. Audi A8 BMW 7 series BMW 5 series

12-01-2009, 01:40 PM	#17
keanu1 tiamat Drives: 525 d Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: romania Posts: 1,269 iTrader: (0)	I can't say that it looks better or worse than the 7 series!! They are both beautyful!!

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Ender514 General Drives: 2009 E92 335i Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Philly Posts: 20,978 iTrader: (0)	not bad....the LEDs in the head lights are odd looking __________________ 09' E92 335i \| 6MT \| Montego Blue \| Black Dakota Leather \| Dark Burl Walnut \| Premium \| Sport \| Cold Weather \| Nav \| Sirius \| Comfort Access \| iPod and USB adapter

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footie Major General Drives: ???????????? Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: BMW M3 will get a V6TT Posts: 7,508 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 E92 M3 [0.00]	Yeah I knew it wasn't exact but was pretty close to the real deal and was a more side on shot then most others that are genuine. Still a much better looking car.

12-01-2009, 03:06 PM	#20
CPI 403_e39 Drives: 2003 ///M5 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Calgary, AB Posts: 1,814 iTrader: (7) Garage List 2008 E92 335 [0.00]	The A8 is ok. Nothing that amazing. I guess the right word is conservative. __________________ \|\|KWVI Coilovers\|\|Matte Black Grille\|\|28% Tint\|\|Iforged Daytona\|\|19X8 19X10\|\|H&S Exhaust\|\|Exotics Tuning Lip\|\|Slimmbones Rear Diffuser II\|\|AngelIBright V3 Angel Eyes\|\| Fog light covers\|\|UUC RK6 Shift Knob\|\|

12-01-2009, 03:25 PM	#21
EmPower Captain Drives: in an infinite loop Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: USA Posts: 773 iTrader: (0)	will have to see it in person. Love the interior and Iam sure will eventually mellow towards the exterior, but IMHO, nothing comes close to the W221 S-class in terms of road presence. The only way that I notice an F01 or this A8 would be at night with their splendid display of LED lights. But in all honestly, the refreshed W221 also comes quite close. __________________ e92 Schwartz/Koralle Rot/Pappel Grau/ZSP/Sitzheizung Real Men drive BMW

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MidwestBimmerFan Private First Class Drives: E92 M3, 1995 E36 M3, 1976 2002 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Willowbrook, IL Posts: 148 iTrader: (0)	That thing just looks weird. Audi's lights look horrible!!! They don't flow with the rest of the car's design theme at all.

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