The A8's cavernous trunk is the largest in its class. The Audi Space Frame is designed for controlled deformation in a crash, so it serves as a safety cell around the occupants. Side airbags are mounted in all four doors, and supplement the now lower-powered dual frontal airbags. The Audi A8's rigid aluminum space frame construction allows for a supple, compliant suspension tuning. Ride comfort and handling are both very good, and the A8 is very quiet on the road thanks to its rigidity, excellent soundproofing, and clean aerodynamics.
Torque steer can be a major problem in high- horsepower applications.
Not in the A8. Audi has been making front- wheel drive automobiles for well over 60 years. The Audi A8 is a long-legged touring machine. But, when conditions or driving enthusiasm require, simply move the shift lever over to Tiptronic mode for easy manual control. The Audi A8 is a most unusual, technically- advanced luxury car.