Plug-in hybrid powertrain might be behind the times, but this big saloon delivers a wonderfully low-key performance
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More importantly, as far as modern mores are concerned, it also hits 67km — that’s the official range quoted for a full charge of its 17.9kwh battery pack. That pegs it some way behind the latest plug-in hybrid Merc S-Class but even with the realistic real-world range of about 45-50km on a charge, you’ll spend a surprising amount of time in the A8 TFSIe whooshing about in blissful silence.
Audi A8's exceptional noise suppression lets barely a whisper of air nor tyre noise penetrate the cabin. The quality levels are exceptionally good, and I’ll defy you to find more comfortable seats than these.
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