The S8 is a sports sedan which is a luxury 4 door car and is available in only one trim which is the Sedan. This car can seat 5 passengers and is a 2007 model carryover into 2008. This S8 has a 450 horse power engine with 5.2 liter, V10 capacity which makes it achieve 19 mpg on a highway and 13 mpg on a city drive. It has an overdrive automatic transmission with 6 speed of a standard type.
The interiors and seating
The interiors and seating are of a rich finish which gives the vehicle an ambience of luxury and comfort combined. The seats are upholstered with perforated leather of the Valcona type; there is a lumbar support in the front which is powered; the rear seats have adjustable headrests and a center armrest which is fold down; the passenger seat in front can be adjusted 16 ways and so is the driver’s seat. The seats are of the sports bucket type and have adjustable height and head rests which are powered and have a dual memory power of 4 positions.
Storage space in the sedan
There is storage space in every conceivable nook where it is possible in this vehicle. Storage space is there in the rear armrest with tie downs and nets in the cargo area; a covered console on the lower part with storage on the floor; a glove box which is illuminated, mounted storage space on the rear door and the front door and 4 cup holders in the front and rear.
The exterior paint and design
The exterior of the vehicle is as elegant as the interiors with a V10 badging, front and rear air dam and body color which include the bumpers, a rear spoiler and the choice of metallic paint if wanted.
Safety equipment which is fitted on the Sedan
There are air bags which are mounted on the seats on the front and rear sides; curtain bags on the sides for head protection; a shut off device for the fuel in an emergency; dual airbags for the knees in front; driver and passenger airbags with deployment in dual stages; crumple zones; 3 point seat belts on the rear, center and front outboard; anti trap system for the trunk; a kit for first aid; cut off sensor for passenger airbag; rear and front passenger locking retractors which are automatic; powered seatbelts with height adjusters in the front; door beams on the side guards and pretensioners which have force limiters on the rear and front.
Locks and Anti-Theft devices
For the security and safety of the vehicle there are electronic devices with remote control to manage the locking and releasing facilities from the outside of the vehicle as well as facilities to enable them on the inside of the vehicle. The deck lid can be locked or unlocked with the powered control device; glass which is break resistant for security; the rear doors have child safety locks on the doors; a fuel filter door which locks; a valet lockout; door locks which are powered and engine immobilizer and alarm system.
Technical specifications
Standard Engine: 5.2L V10
Standard Transmission: 6 Speed Automatic
Cylinders: 10
Horsepower @ RPM: 450@7000
Torque @ RPM: 398@3500 (foot-lbs)