| Year
(of specifications) |
2008 |
| Engine |
4.2
litre V8 |
| Transmission |
6
spd manual / sequential AWD |
| Max
speed |
187
mph |
| 0-60
mph |
4.6
seconds |
| Horsepower |
420
hp @ 7800 rpm |
| weight |
- |
The 2008 Audi R8 developed from the 2003
Audi Le Mans concept and named after Audi's five time Le
Mans winning race car, the R8, was the first mid-engined sports
car from the German auto maker.
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The R8 takes Audi to the next level as a manufacturer |
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The Audi R8 features a 4.2 litre V8 engine and quattro permanent
all-wheel-drive slotted into an all-aluminium space frame body.
Giving the car a 0-60 mph time of just 4.6 seconds and a 187
mph top speed. And with its mid-engine layout the Audi R8 has
a weight distribution identical to that of its race car namesake,
44 percent to the front, 56 percent to the rear.
The Audi R8's designers have opted for LED lighting, these take
up less space and therefore allow for more creative positioning
on the car. As well as adding to the very slick detailing. Audi
have also delved into the world of bionics (drawing design inspiration
from nature) for the headlights and created a design inspired
by an open pine cone. Also up front the trademark Audi rings
are mounted on the hood, as opposed to the traditional position
on the grille.
The distinctive panel behind the door and side window of the
R8 is available in 3 different colors and materials including
carbon fiber
and brushed aluminium. The Aerodynamic properties of the Audi
R8 are enhanced by an automatically extending rear spoiler to
help keep the car firmly planted to the road.
Inside, the Audi R8 is characterised by a driver orientated
layout. A high center console, angled instrument panel, and
flat bottomed steering wheel all increase the race car vibe.
The supportive sports seats are trimmed in either a leather/Alcantara
combination or full leather. Or for the more hardcore racing
bucket seats can be fitted.
Similar and related vehicles:
- Audi Le
Mans concept
Audi R8 Spider
Audi R8 V10
Audi R8 V12 TDI
Audi R8 GT3
Audi RS 6 Sedan
Audi RS 6 Avant
Audi TTS (2008)
Audi TT S-Line (2007)
Audi TT V6 Quattro (2007)
Audi TT V6 Quattro
Audi TT V6 Convertible
Audi A4 Quattro S-Line (2008)
Audi RS4 Saloon
Audi RS4 Cabriolet
Audi S4 (2009)
Audi S3
Audi A5
Audi A5 Cabriolet
Audi S5
Audi S5 Cabriolet
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