Model Year | 2011 | 2014 | |
Model | Audi A4 / S4 | Audi A8 / S8 | |
Engine | supercharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 333 hp@5500 325 lb-ft@2900 |
turbocharged 4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 420 hp@5000 442 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 117.8 in | -7.2 in |
Length | 185.2 in | 202.2 in | -17 in |
Width | 71.9 in | 76.7 in | -4.8 in |
Height | 56.2 in | 57.5 in | -1.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3637 lb. | 4508 lb. | -871 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 23.8 gal. | -6.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 37.2 in | 2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 59.1 in | -3.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.4 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 38.1 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.3 in | 57.8 in | -3.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.2 in | 37.7 in | -2.5 in |
Total Legroom | 76.5 in (over 2 rows) | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | -2.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.4 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | -0.8 ft3 |
2011 Audi A4 / S4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 333hp 3.0L V6 7-speed automated manual AWD |
Without question, the most comfortable car for long road trips that I've ever owned. Our family of four took a road trip of ~2000 miles, longest single-day drive was 11 hours, and never felt any fatigue or discomfort from the seating. Seats are firm and supportive but not harsh or uncomfortable. see full Audi A4 / S4 review |
2011 Audi A4 / S4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
Like German cars, the seats are quite hard. see full Audi A4 / S4 review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 333hp 3.0L V6 7-speed automated manual AWD |
Padding a bit stiff see full Audi A4 / S4 review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 333hp 3.0L V6 7-speed automated manual AWD |
Too narrow see full Audi A4 / S4 review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Huh, never have, never will sit in the back of this car...It is a hoot to drive see full Audi A4 / S4 review |
2014 Audi A8 / S8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The A8's seats can be adjusted just about every way its possible to adjust a seat. While they do provide proper support, they're firm and don't mold themselves to the human form, at least not mine. They are very good seats, but those in the Jaguar are better and those in the BMW are best of all, both more supportive and more luxurious. see full Audi A8 / S8 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Audi A8 / S8.