Audi A8 W12 Safety
Even before it left the drawing board, the A8 was already one of the safest cars in its class. State-of-the-art digital modeling allowed designers and engineers to take into account every angle and every situation. When the real vehicle was put to the test, its performance was exactly as predicted - with outstanding levels of occupant safety.
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Air bags
Full-size airbags for driver and front passenger with two stage activation, front knee airbags, side airbags, and Sideguard™ head airbags. Optional rear side airbags help protect the driver and all passengers in a collision.
Side Airbags
Sideguard™ side airbags extend over the entire side window area to help protect front and outer rear passengers in a side collision or rollover. These are combined with dual front driver and passenger airbags.

Audi lane assist
Innovation merges with safety in this unique system that detects when the driver is outside of traffic lanes and sends a warning via a vibrating steering wheel. Using an array of sensors and video technology, this system helps drivers stay safe and on track. Easy on/off switching also adds convenience.
Audi side assist
New, first-in-class Audi side assist monitors the areas on both sides of the vehicle and behind it. When a vehicle is in your blind spot or rapidly approaching from behind, a warning light flashes in the exterior mirror.
ASF®
In its third generation, the Audi space frame (ASF®) exceeds all current industry standards. Its high torsional stiffness improves both ride and handling, making it just one more example of Audi’s innovative safety technology.
quattro®
The Audi A8 features the lastest generation of quattro® all-wheel drive: Audi’s legendary permanent all-wheel drive system for supreme dynamics. Increased traction and improved driving stability mean highly active safety.
Active head restraints
Head restraints can play an active role in reducing injury. In the event of a rear-end collision, the restraints pivot forward, reducing the risk of whiplash neck injuries.
   
 
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