The updated model Audi A8 2017

The long-awaited new Audi A8 in 2017 will be released after the modification. The manufacturer has promised to submit this year a unique model with "autopilot" system, but delayed the release, to perfect its development. The developers said that soon will be ready to submit a substantially updated and incredibly intelligent Audi A8. Unfortunately, the official premiere will have to wait until the autumn of 2017.

Interior design and technology

Major changes await us in the cabin of a sedan, the driver's seat. In addition to the noise which caused the development of "autopilot", the designers changed the appearance of the dashboard, making it more rigorous and fully digital. Console they have identified, presenting her eyes of the driver in the form of a separate element of the interior. Change the architecture of vehicles, creating a niche for brushes. Add a stylish performance of great functionality. The armrests are wider and more comfortable. There was a multi-function tablet to manage all technological possibilities flagship. Familiar keys are replaced with small touch screens.

Unfortunately, to make a presentation of new items this year will not be possible, the developers are working on more perfected semi-automatic technology, including the "autopilot". Recently conducted tests revealed some shortcomings that Audi engineers plan to eliminate within 11-12 months. But we already know that the first of its kind machine with innovative technology of autonomous driving - a new model of Audi A8 2017, stunned the world its appearance in the photo - will be sold at affordable prices and thereby bypass similar models of competitors in the future.

Will please fans and other changes inside the sedan.

1. Salon will gain a more luxurious look thanks to the highest quality finishes and decorative inserts.
2.  Chairs will be more convenient, will gain a new form (in the form of buckets), a plurality the ability to adjust the position and deeper support on the sides.
3.  Add space for rear passengers.

Update and list of standard equipment for the Audi A8. The basic version provides such useful options as a 4-zone climate control, entertainment system monitors for rear passengers, a panoramic sunroof, gestures and voice control (and now touching the touch "keys"). As the news unique electronic board system will be offered. It collects data about road and infrastructure offers an optimal trajectory, takes into account the speed that the driver always drove only to the "green" traffic lights.

Safety indicators also increased: due to a large number of airbags, radar equipment, ultrasound and laser sensors, cameras to display the traffic situation in real time and other latest electronics. According to one of the Group's branch managers, company news is a hundred times better than many of today's drivers: they do not talk on the phone while driving, do not try to light a cigarette and do other foreign stuff.

After completion of all completions automatic piloting will provide an opportunity to move in the car without the driver. Speed ​​of up to 60 kilometers per hour and will vary depending on the situation. The machine is running "autopilot", if necessary, will be reconstructed lanes, maneuvering, parking in a convenient location to choose and move easily in traffic. To implement this technology significant changes in steering and braking system are not required. But innovation will completely abandon the electronic assistants.

Exterior

Externally the new model Audi significantly changed:

• on the front of a new design of the radiator grille, chrome strips and edging;
• attract the attention of new horizontal slits on the sides of the bumper, fog lamps are recessed into them;
• LED head optics got stuffing;
• looking at the side, insiders have noticed the impressive dimensions of the mirrors and appeared on their repeater turn signals;
• Increase font size wheel arches;
• preserved sloping shape of the roof and the sharp bend to the luggage compartment, but the top line is visually lowered;
• Bumper rear began to look more modest;
• exhaust pipe hidden;
• lights reduced in size.

 Experts pointed out several conceptual devil in the guise of the Audi A8, borrowed from other models of the versatile Pologue Avant and Coupe Pologue. This information was confirmed by representatives of the group during the conference. The new model Audi, 2017, received a less conservative, but all the same a serious look of business class car. The sloping roof and flowing lines of the body have improved the aerodynamics of the sedan.

Engineers also equipped the car with air suspension, due to which the driver can adjust the ground clearance:. From 105 to 150 cm They succeeded in significantly (200 kg) to reduce the weight of the Audi A8 in 2017, and to achieve greater manageability

Specifications

Application of modern technologies allowed to reduce fuel costs. Flow rate is adjusted due to optimal speed and consumption. If gasoline predecessor expended 8 liters per 100 kilometers, the new model will please even the lower figure.

A number of advanced powertrains is presented: a turbocharged diesel engine 286 hp (6 liters) and gasoline - 580 hp (4 L) and 585 hp (6 L). Manufacturer and release a hybrid version, consisting of a diesel engine (3 L) and the electric motor.

The engines will be equipped, as before, the 8-step "automatic" and the all-wheel drive (Quattro system).

Independent suspension front and rear with transverse arms and light pneumatic struts make it possible to adjust the rigidity for comfortable movement on the road.