2013 New Audi R8 with 550hp

Audi sharpens his supersport: Release the end of 2012 Audi R8 gets a facelift. The optical changes remain marginal, important innovations are a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission and the flagship R8 V10 plus. Its 5.2-liter ten-cylinder engine delivering 550 hp and maximum torque of 540 Newton meters at 6,500 rpm to. The sprints only available as a coupe R8 V10 Plus in combination with the S tronic in 3.5 seconds from zero to 100 kph and a top speed of 317 km / h As Audi's consumption of 12.9 liters per 100 kilometers, with a manual transmission, there are two more liters.

In 3.6 seconds to 100
The other two engines - available for the Coupe and Spyder - remain as before. In the second, slightly weaker performance level of the V10 engine 525 hp and a maximum torque of 530 Newton meters is available. The Audi R8 V10 Coupe accelerates in 3.6 seconds with S tronic from zero to 100 km / h and up to 314 km / h. Acts as an introduction of the R8 with a 430-hp 4.2-liter V8. The maximum torque of 430 Newton meters at 4500-6000 rpm. The sprint from zero to 100 km / h, the Coupe done in combination with the dual-clutch transmission in 4.3 seconds, and acceleration continues at pace 300th The average consumption will be 12.4 liters.

For the first time with a double clutch transmission
In addition to the six-speed gearbox for the R8 is the first time, a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission available. In the ten-cylinder models is the newly developed S tronic as standard on board. Audi promises sporty, closely graded courses and a long last designed gear. About the selector lever in the center console and paddles allows the driver to change gears and independently. In addition to a sport mode can also be a Launch Control is activated, which brings about a button to start with increased starting speed and optimum tire slippage. Audi speaks of up to 22 grams less CO2 per kilometer - - except for reduced emissions could be reduced with the double clutch transmission, the sprint times from 0 to 100 km / h by up to three tenths of a second. The mid-engined R8 sports comes as standard with quattro all-wheel drive. Under normal driving conditions around 15 percent of the torque can be directed to the front axle. Begin spinning the rear wheels, a maximum of another 15 percent are sent to the front. At the rear of the R8 does a mechanical limited slip differential.

New front end with LED lights
From the outside, the R8 has been changed only with caution. The modified front section is identified by a new bumper, radiator grille with angled top corners now, differently shaped air intakes as well as the future standard LED headlights. Optionally, a front splitter made of carbon fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP), mounted on the R8 V10, plus it is always there. In the ten cylinders are the side blades exhibited more than the V8 and equipped with a special edge. There is a modified rear diffuser and new rear lights with LED technology. A special feature is the turn signal indicator with dynamized - its light passes from inside to outside in turning direction. The tail also adorns the new red and silver R8 logo. The exhaust system flows to all engine variants in two round, shiny tailpipes. These are held on the Audi R8 V10, plus black. The top model is exclusively available on request in a matt finish paint.

New R8 logo is also found inside
The optional multi-function sports leather steering wheel with flattened lower rim also helps the new R8 logo. It is also found on the selector lever or switch, the door sills, back in the instrument cluster and on the home screen of the monitor board. The sports seats are optional on the V8 engines in the V10 and set options as standard electric. Depending on the model are the covers from an Alcantara / leather combination or in Fine Nappa leather. As an extra bucket seats with more pronounced side bolsters are available.

Market launch of the revised Audi R8 end is 2012. Standard equipment on all models include a navigation system and a sound system from Bang & Olufsen. As an extra element, a high beam assistant, different complete sets, including a mobile phone preparation and voice control belt microphone and a parking aid with rearview camera are available.

2013 Audi R8

In the life of a bread-and-butter cars pass three, maximum four years, is to a facelift for the second period of life of the program. The optical and technical refresher to keep the model attractive and the level of sales curve. Of this revision is also a sports car like the Audi R8 is not spared. Although the flat racing with the distinctive sign in the carbon-edge today in no way affects old or unfashionable. Also, the paragraph is correct. Average of 4 000 customers opt for the annual high-tech two-seater. The sales people are satisfied. "Since its debut in 2007, we sold more than 20 000 units," says Audi Chairman Rupert Stadler, "within the life cycle, we plan 30 000 units."

2013 audi r8

As is common with most facelifts, limited and the audi R8 on the cosmetic front and rear. Sheet structure and the body remained intact. Visible is the new version mainly changes to the headlights. They are flatter and have wider and deeper the R8 front on the street. At the rear are new LED lights. For never before in the automotive industry, there has been a "wiping" indicator. Audi has it. The light yellow band at the bottom of the lamp flashes, not just move from the inside outward. A very cool effect, and somehow fits Audi's claim, all to be a bit better than the competition. "For this deal, we had over a year with the European authorities," says Rupert Stadler, "but now we are the only world that offer such a feature is." Additional paint colors and new alloy wheels complete the exterior design features.

The major changes to the new audi R8 are happening under the hood glass. Since 85 percent of customers opt for the 2009 program taken to the ten-cylinder petrol engine, Audi offers the 385 kW/525 hp V10 engine, an uprated version called R8 V10 Plus page. The "Plus" means the R8 403 kW/550 hp, 540 Nm of torque and an acceleration in just 3.7 seconds from zero to 100 km / h What the V10 Plus is only slightly below the values ​​of limited to 333 units R8 GT.

The Ingolstadt donated the R8 also have a new switch box, the most important point of the model update. Many customers have been previously used with the sequential six-speed manual transmission (R tronic) in terms of shifting is not really satisfied. The criticism, Audi has taken to heart. The completely newly developed seven-speed dual-clutch transmission with two wet clutches to the gears move now with optimal dynamic promised Stadler. It celebrates its debut in the R8. But it would not be long before it is even with Audi Italian sister Lamborghini in the options list.

Continues to excel is the interior of the R8. A feel-good sports aluminum mix of leather, carbon fiber and brushed. The workmanship is excellent. And even though chief designer Egger has changed the layout of the cockpit anything, the audi R8 driver may continue to enjoy some new controls and the state of the art infotainment. There was definitely still need to catch up.

Will be debuting his 2013 Audi R8 V10 Plus public at the International Motor Show in late August in Moscow. Then prices will also be announced. As a small orientation may help advance the price of the current flagship model R8: start at $ 115,400.