2020 Audi A8 L Plug-in Hybrid Sedan

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Rating8.2

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Fullsize Sedan
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$94,000
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on July 21, 2022

ProsConsWhat's New

Extremely luxurious cabin

Average cargo space takes away some points

New for the 2020 model year

Sturdy build quality with premium materials

Superb ride and handling with standard AWD

Plenty of standard features to ensure safety and comfort of the occupants

Specs & Features

$94,000

price

443 hp @ 516 rpm

horsepower

516 lb.-ft.

torque

8-Speed Automatic

transmission

3.0L 6cyl AWD 8A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Armed with a 3.0L Turbocharged V6 engine and a 14.1 kWh battery, fused to a 8-speed automatic transmission, the 2020 Audi A8 L Plug-In Hybrid makes 443 horsepower and 516 lb-ft of torque. Standalone, the engine makes 335 horsepower while the electric motor manages 141 horsepower. This powertrain helps the 2020 Audi A8 L Plug-In Hybrid cover 0-60 in 4.9 seconds. You can drive the A8 L Plug-In Hybrid for 17 miles on the electric system alone, making it good for small trips in the city. Combined, the Audi A8 L Plug-In Hybrid achieves an impressive 54 MPGe combined while getting 21 MPG from the traditional engine alone. With a base price of MSRP $94,995, the Audi A8 L Plug-In Hybrid makes a formidable competitor in the fullsize sedan segment, competing with the likes of the BMW 7 Series PHEV. Apart from this, the MHEV segment offers the Lexus LS500h for more performance and no compromise in the low emission status of the car.

Buying Advice

Plug-In hybrids are available only in a single trim level, however Audi offers a number of customization options that can enhance the overall luxury experience

Trims

    Base
    $94,000 onwards
    • Engine: 3.0L 6cyl AWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 443 hp @ 516 rpm hp
    • Torque: 516 lb.-ft.
    • 0-60 mph: 4.9 sec
    • Top Speed: 130 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 23 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$94,000

Engine

plug-in-hybrid

Rating

8.23

Horsepower

443 hp @ 516 rpm

Torque

516 lb.-ft.

Capacity

5

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$95,550

plug-in-hybrid

8.31

389 hp @ 5000 rpm

443 lb.-ft.

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2020 Audi A8 L Plug-in Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
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    4.9 sec13.4 sec130 mph
    3.9 sec11.7 sec-

    2020 Audi A8 L Plug-in Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      21 mpg27 mpg23 mpg17.2 gal.361.2/464.4 mi.
      19 mpg26 mpg22 mpg12.1 gal.229.9/314.6 mi.

      2020 Audi A8 L Plug-in Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        208.7 in.83.9 in.58.5 in.4.8 in.123.2 in.
        207.4 in.85.4 in.58.2 in.5.3 in.126.4 in.

        2020 Audi A8 L Plug-in Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
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          10.4 cu.ft.104.8 cu.ft.10.4 cu.ft.
          14.8 cu.ft.96.9 cu.ft.14.8 cu.ft.

          2020 Audi A8 L Plug-in Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            SourceCompare
            64 cu.ft.10.4 cu.ft.10.4 cu.ft.
            20.8 cu.ft.14.8 cu.ft.14.8 cu.ft.

            2020 Audi A8 L Plug-in Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              970 lbs.5335 lbs.
              833 lbs.4848 lbs.

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