# Luxurious Extended Sedans This Audi A8 L is a Six-Door Long Vehicle Outfitted with Ample Comforts By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-04-12 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/long-vehicle References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/audi-a8-l-extended-limousine/42755/) & [audi-mediacenter](https://www.audi-mediacenter.com/en/press-releases/representative-unique-specimen-audi-a8-l-extended-5927) The [Audi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-a6-sedan) A8 L isn't exactly a short vehicle, but a request from a European client has prompted the creation of a [long vehicle with six doors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2027-kia-telluride) over the traditional four. Looking like a stretched limo yet simply extending the size of a traditional sedan, the Audi A8 L has been created mostly from aluminum to prevent too much weight. Aside from being a long vehicle, the Audi A8 L features six individual seats that all face forward, which is a change from the traditional design of the limo. Naturally, there are [luxury appointments throughout the vehicle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modified-luxury-vehicle) to ensure the wealthy buyer and their passengers are kept comfortable. This Audi A8 L vehicle has been announced as a request made to the brand, but no information on pricing has been made available. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Extended Sedans:** Creating extended sedans with additional doors presents an opportunity for automotive manufacturers to cater to customers seeking more space and luxury. - **Individual Forward-facing Seats:** Designing vehicles with individual forward-facing seats instead of traditional limo seating offers a disruptive innovation opportunity to enhance passenger comfort and driving experience. - **Luxury Customizations:** Offering luxury appointments and customizable features in vehicles allows automakers to tap into the affluent buyer market and cater to their exclusive preferences. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive Manufacturing:** Automotive manufacturers can leverage extended sedan technology to enhance their product offerings and capture a larger market share. - **Automotive Customization:** The luxury automotive customization industry can benefit from the demand for personalized features and bespoke options in high-end vehicles. - **Limousine Services:** Limousine service providers can explore the use of extended sedans with individual forward-facing seats to offer a unique and luxurious transportation experience to their clients. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxury Aerodynamic Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-a6-sedan.md) - [Luxury-Focused Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/q8-etron.md) - [Sophisticated High-Range EV Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-audi-a6-etron.md) - [Contoured Limousine-Like Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saab-aerostream.md) - [Oversized Well-Appointed Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-urbansphere-concept.md) - [Collaborative Custom Car Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/model-a7l.md) - [Turbocharged Premium SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turbocharged-premium-suv.md) - [Lounge-Like Autonomous Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-concept-vehicle.md) - [Luxury Sleek Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/q8-55-etron.md)