No other model of the brand with the four rings is about both the world of competition, nor is it so shocking or dynamic: at the Geneva Motor Show, Audi presents the second generation of the R8, its high-performance sports. The central engine V10 and quattro redevelopment guarantee impressive performance, especially in the top version with 610 HP, which achieves an acceleration from 0-100 km / h in 3.2 seconds and reaches a top speed of 330 km / h.
“The competition is present in the DNA of Audi, is part of the nature of the brand,” says Ulrich Hackeberg, Head of Technical Development at Audi. “With the new R8, our engineers have used their experience in competition to move it to the road circuit. None of our models is as exciting and dynamic, and is as close to a race car. The new R8 V10 Audi produced plus is the most powerful and fastest series of all time “.
The main engine of the Audi R8 represents not only a classic competition concept but also an important piece in the tradition of the brand. The powerful engines of vehicles Auto Union racing in Grand Prix of the 30 already employs this provision to be located ahead of the rear axle, which was a breakthrough for the time. In 2000, Audi won the endurance race 24 Hours of Le Mans for the first time with the prototype R8 LMP; in 2005, this car, which ultimately named the series production model, already accumulated five wins in La Sarthe circuit.
The new generation Audi R8 benefits from the latest development of the ten-cylinder engine. With its fast throttle response, ease of turns climbing up to 6,500 rpm and inimitable sound, atmospheric drive 5.2 FSI is able to awaken the sporting instincts. In the new R8, the V10 offers even more power and torque than its predecessor. Butterflies of the escape and the optional sports exhaust system make the car sound even more distinctive.
The transmissions as fast as efficient. In both versions the power is derived fast transmission S tronic seven-speed, installed behind the engine. This gearbox has three automatic modes and can also be controlled manually. Change orders are transmitted electronically (shift-by-wire). Launch control system manages the throttle acceleration from standstill.
Audi drive select: driving dynamics. The chassis of the new Audi R8, the Double wishbone made of aluminum adamant to all four wheels. The R8 V10 plus has a particularly sporting set-point. With either of the two available engines, Adaptive Variable Suspension Audi magnetic ride is available as an option. The electromechanical power steering system redevelopment improves road contact and helps reduce CO2 emissions.
New Audi Space Frame aluminum and CFRP. The Audi Space Frame in the Audi R8 is extremely lightweight and stiff, while also achieves a high degree of acoustic comfort and offers a high level of security. The outer layer is made entirely of aluminum, but optional (standard on the R8 V10 plus) Audi also offers some carbon fiber parts, for example, the front spoiler, rear diffuser and side sideblades. The long diffuser at the underbody improves downforce on the rear axle at high speeds.
Design: short, broad, muscular. The cockpit advance and relatively short distance between axles make the high performance model with central motor show your sportsmanship at first glance. With 4.42 meters long, 1.24 meters high and 2.65 battle, its dimensions have changed little over the previous model. The width now reaches 1.94 meters, representing an increase of 4 inches. The proportions are close to those of a model competition and many of the design ideas that characterize the first generation of the Audi R8, still present even more pronounced here.
As a race car: the interior and controls. Behind the wheel of the new Audi R8, the driver feels like a racing driver. All functions are oriented to him and allow easy handling, even in extreme situations, and all without the driver having to look away in no time hands hoop. The new design sports seats with integrated headrests provide excellent lateral grip. But there are other more radical, of bacquet type, which are also new and form part of the optional catalog in the R8 V10 (standard on the R8 V10 plus).
Personalization. There are numerous customization options for customers of the new Audi R8 for both the exterior and the interior. The range of body colors has been renovated and can be combined freely with the tones of the sideblades; among the latter highlights one bright color carbon. There are ten standard colors available, and the R8 V10 plus there is a new paint in matte finish.
Fully connected. In the new R8, Audi virtual cockpit replaces the analog instrumentation and MMI monitor. The driver can change the display settings and choose from two completely different views, which take center stage clocks or navigation map.
New factory of quattro GmbH: production “Böllinger Höfe”. Audi R8 is manufactured in the new production “Böllinger Höfe” belonging to quattro GmbH and located near Neckarsulm plant. The production area, covering 30,000 m2, has body shops and assembly. The entire center is highly flexible and in it some technical innovations as the construction of CFRP body materialize, which, combined with driverless transport systems, place the plant in the highest quality standards.
Electrified: Audi R8 e-tron. The main structure is enhanced with CFRP module located in the rear section, at the height of the load compartment. The walls of this component are laminated and let absorb energy more effectively in a rear collision, despite its reduced weight. Thanks to specific modifications carried out on the outside of the bodywork and wheels, the Audi R8 e-tron gets a drag coefficient (Cd) of 0.28. In terms of performance and range, the car enters a whole new dimension.
New car racing: the Audi R8 LMS. Sales of the new R8 LMS teams from around the world will begin with the 2016 season This year, the race car will be tested in different endurance and speed the international scene. Also be available to customers school courses Audi driving experience. The marketing of the new Audi R8 street begins in the summer of 2015, a price of 191,800 euros for the R8 V10 and 214,800 euros for the superior version R8 V10 plus.
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