JE Design special A8 prowling in Dubai
Audi A8: supercharged 500hp V8, 188 mph, 
Electronic body-lowering module... and more

MT, PR,
12th June 2006.

It was the first tuning firm to present a complete upgrade program for the premium class Audi A8 sedan (F segment category), in what was then the new single-frame grille version.

Now, JE Design is launching yet another, further improved version of its A8.

But this time, it's totally awesome in the engine department.

It starts with a supercharger conversion based on the 4.2-liter V8, for which the first customer is a Sheikh from the United Arab Emirates, and for whom the emblem-free radiator grille was also created to individual specifications (see photographs).

Two tons of unladen weight are not that easy to gloss over. With that much weight, every scrap of power and every Newton meter of torque counts.

The basic specifications of the 4.2-litre Audi A8 do indeed make quite an impressive read. After all, 246 kW / 334 bhp, 430 Nm at 3500 rpm, a top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h) and 6.3 seconds for the sprint from 0 – 62 mph (0-100 km/h) are not exactly chicken feed.

But for those who still want more, JE Design turns the A8 into real high-flyer, with no less than 500 supercharged horses (368 kW) rearing and bucking under the hood. 600 Nm of torque, available at 3,850 rpm, propel this heavyweight from a standstill to 62 mph in just 5.2 seconds... on its way to an impressive 188 mph (302 km/h).

The supercharger conversion includes a water-cooled intercooler, an exhaust system from the manifold, special forged pistons and modified electronic engine management. The Leingarten tuning specialist also takes care to ensure that the A8 still complies with the emissions regulations. The conversion also includes TÜV certification.

As essential as it might be for those who like it, power on its own remains short of something else, something equally important: grace and visual identity.

That's why, such extra power simply cries out for an appropriate visual transformation.

At the front JE Design fits a "W12-style" front panel (matt black). The also available front spoiler from JE Design has enlarged air intakes, plus additional lateral ventilation channels. The aerodynamic section delivers an impressive front end as well as additional downforce, for improved driving stability.

The pair of side sills with air intakes improve airflow into the wheel arches and lower the A8 visually.

The rear-end view is enhanced by a rear spoiler on the trunk lid, exerting more downforce on the rear axle, and a rear skirt extension with diffuser.

Twin headlight units (a set for left and right), including fog light and headlight, make the front view even more striking.

A four-pipe rear silencer equipped with 101 mm-diameter chrome tailpipes bears witness to the mega-power under the hood, with the appropriate "audio" signature of such a cavalry.

On the wheels side, JE Design fits a set of 10 x 21 wheels – the two-piece rims are gray-painted on the inside – complete with 285/30 ZR 21 tires front and rear.

Last but certainly not least, the final touch is provided by an electronic lowering module, which brings the car closer to the road by approx. 35 mm.

All JE Design components are suitable for all the A8 engine options, as well as for the short and long-wheelbase versions, and come with a TÜV certificate.

For market specific prices, shipping costs and other Audi tuning solutions, you can visit JE Design website directly.