Fast forward to today and spy photographers might have gotten a glimpse of the upcoming sedan. While that’s just speculation, the prototype is based on the long-wheelbase A8 and features an odd piece of camouflage on the rear window trim. It could be covering an “H” badge, which indicates this is the ultra-luxury A8 Horch.
That seems like a bit of reach, but none of the previous A8 or S8 prototypes have featured camouflaged window trim and reports had suggested the ultra-luxury variant would have a Horch badge around the C-pillar. Those same reports also suggested the car could have unique wheels and it appears this particular prototype has a revised grille as well. While the model isn’t expected to grow in size, the A8 Horch is slated to have a luxurious interior. Little is known about it at this point, but we can expect premium leather and additional wood trim.
The model should cater to rear seat passengers, so we wouldn’t be surprised to find a full-length center console as well as two individual rear seats with heating, ventilation and massage functions. The car could also come equipped with a tablet, rear foot rests and rear seat entertainment system. Engine options remain unconfirmed, but reports have suggested the A8 Horch will have a twin-turbo W12. The engine will likely be borrowed from the Bentley Flying Spur, where it produces 626 hp and 900 Nm of torque.
There could also be a more affordable
variant, which trades the W12 for a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8. If that’s the
case, this version could have around 453 hp and 600 Nm of torque. The A8 Horch is expect to debut late this year, around the
same time as the facelifted A8 and S8.
