Audi R8 2013

Audi  has made its high-performance R8 sports car even more attractive and dynamic. The R8 V10 Plus is a new high-end model series model with a new 7-speed S tronic. LED headlights and rear lights new dynamicized screen lights are standard on all variants.


Meters 4.44 meters (14.44 feet) long, 1.90 meters (6.23 ft) wide and only 1.25 (4.10 ft) high (Spyder: 1.24 m (4.07 ft)) - the large Audi R8, developed and built by quattro GmbH, is firm on the road, ready to pounce. New design details make new ideas. The single-frame grille with beveled upper corners is painted in gloss black with chrome accents horizontal variants V10 Struts. The bumper is also new, with air intakes each with three bars. As an option, Audi installs a front splitter reinforced plastic carbon fiber (CFRP). The separator is standard on the new R8 V10 more.

LED headlights with a new technology are now standard on all variants of the Audi R8. Light emitting diodes for the high and low beams are placed above and below the daytime running strip, which are actuated directly for use indicators. In addition, static turning lights integrated into the headlights.

The exterior mirror housings and side blades, side vents in the Coupe, are made of carbon fiber in the new R8 V10 Plus supermodel. Variations in the cylinder 10 to the sheets extending over the outside and V8 have special edges, short identifiers also occur on the supports. The winds near the rear window has a aluminum design of the R8 V10 Coupe (black mat on the R8 V8 and R8 V10 Coupe more). Optional LED lights in the engine compartment in the R8 V10 on the illumination as well as a partial coating CFRP engine compartment are standard.

LED dominate the rear of the Audi R8. An innovation from Audi is the indicator of the dynamic display on the bottom edge of the lamp - its light always proceeds outward to the desired by the driver turning direction. Above the high-gloss black area between the vents is the new logo - the letter "R" based in part on a red diamond, the Audi Sport signature. The largest broadcaster, CFRP option (standard on the R8 V10 plus), is drawn from the top. In all versions of the engine exhaust system ends in two sections of finishing, exhaust pipes, painted black on the R8 V10 more.

Audi offers the R8 in the two solid colors Ibis bright red and white, in four metallic colors and effects of five crystal / pearl effect paint. For the R8 V10 plus a matt effect color is available exclusively. The side blades on the Coupé come in eight colors while the hood of the R8 Spyder is available in black, red or brown.

The whole experience includes R8 Audi ultra-lightweight. Aluminum body with the Audi Space Frame (ASF) weighs only 210 kilograms (462.97 pounds) in the Coupe and 216 kilograms (476.20 pounds) in the Spyder. The empty R8 V8 Coupe with manual records only 1560 kg (3439.21 pounds) in the balance, while the convertible sports car weighs 1660 kg (3659.67 pounds). The R8 V10 Plus, available only as a coupe, the needle 1570 kg (3461.26 pounds). Adjustable seats with glass fiber reinforced plastic chassis (FRP), less use of insulating materials, special alloy wheels and chassis components, including ceramic brakes standard and carbon fiber parts mounted on the body all help to reduce weight.

The R8 Spyder hood compartment and hood sides Audi are also CFRP. The elegant lightweight fabric top, with its link largely of aluminum and magnesium, is the finishing touch to ultra-lightweight design. The top opens and closes in 19 seconds electro, while driving at speeds up to 50 km / h (31.07 mph). Window glass heated to the bulkhead between the passenger compartment and the engine is distinguished from the hood, the window can be extended and retracted by a switch and also serves as a wind deflector. In the case of a pending bearing two sections closure strong pull spring seats.

As in car racing, the aerodynamics of the Audi R8 has been optimized for propulsion. Radiant floor contains five NACA nozzles with two diffusers in the front part, which increases the drive to the front axle. The drag coefficient is 0.35 or 0.36 depending on the version of the engine and shape of the body, the front surface measuring 1.99 m2 (21.42 m2).

The engines are assembled by hand. The 4163 cc V8 and V10 with displacement of 5204 cc displacement are captivating, powerful naturally aspirated engines power packed. The interaction with the new 7-speed S tronic has reduced its CO2 emissions by 22 g / km (35.41 g / mile) and a decrease in acceleration from zero to 100 km / h (62.14 mph) in three-tenths secon. Both engines are compact and relatively lightweight. The crankcase is an aluminum-silicon, the bed structure provides high rigidity. Dry sump lubrication allows low engine positioning, the recirculation pump pressure dependent functions of the office to increase efficiency.

FSI direct injection system allows a high compression ratio of 12.5: 1. Four adjustable camshafts control valves. At low engine load and speed, the vanes in the entry for an accurate rotation, the cylindrical inlet air. The exhaust system is designed for low-pressure against. The two exhaust pipes containing shutters open during hard acceleration to produce a richer sound.

The 4.2 FSI engine producing 316 kilowatts (430 hp) at 7900 rpm with a torque of 430 Nm (317.15 pounds ft) between 4500 and 6000 rpm. The unit accelerates the Audi R8 Coupe with S tronic rest to 100 km / h (62.14 mph) in 4.3 seconds and a top speed of 300 km / h (186.41 mph) (manual transmission: 4 6 seconds and 302 km / h (187.65 mph)). For the R8 V8 Spyder the corresponding values ​​are 4.5 and 4.8 seconds respectively, and also 300 km / h (186.41 mph). On average, the R8 V8 quattro as a coupe with S tronic consumes 12.4 liters per 100 km (18.97 U.S. mpg).

The V10 engine delivers a torque of 530 Nm (390.91 pounds ft) at 6500 rpm with 386 kilowatts (525 hp) at 8000 rpm. Its design is common crankshaft pin, causing alternating intervals of ignition 54 and 90 degrees. This design combines maximum rigidity and low weight, while at the same time generate competition as the only noise the V10 car.

The Audi R8 V10 Coupe with S tronic sprints from zero to 100 km / h (62.14 mph) in 3.6 seconds and reaches a top speed of 314 km / h (195.11 mph). With manual transmission, the values ​​are 3.9 seconds and 316 km / h (196.35 mph). The R8 V10 Spyder with S tronic completes the standard sprint in 3.8 seconds and reaches a top speed of 311 km / h (193.25 mph) (manual transmission: 4.1 seconds and 313 km / h (194.49 mph) ). The average consumption rate of the R8 V10 Coupe with S tronic is 13.1 liters of fuel per 100 km (17.96 U.S. mpg).

Two power transmission systems are available for the Audi R8 reconditioned. The manual 6-speed transmission with a lever that leads to an open door, stainless steel is standard on the V8 and optional on the V10. The new 7-speed S tronic - optional on V8 and standard on the V10 - narrow spaces gears in Sport mode, the final drive position has a wide gear ratio. The dual clutch transmission can be shifted into the shift lever or the paddles on the steering wheel, sport mode is available as an alternative. By pressing a launch control button operates from an initial speed of the engine and a shift of the optimal tires.

The new 7-speed S tronic, with a design of three axes is less than 60 centimeters (23.62 inches) in length. Two disc clutches behind the other (new functionality) are two mutually independent sub-transmissions, the speed that the clutches are directly open and close alternately. Gear changes occur virtually without interrupting the tractive force in hundredths of a second, and so dynamically, smoothly and comfortably as to be hardly noticeable.

7 the S-tronic transmission shaft passes through the motor housing to the front axle, wherein a viscous coupling distributes torque. In normal operation, the coupling is approximately 15 per cent of torque to the front wheels when the rear wheels begin to turn up to 15 percent of additional stream before. Mechanical locking differential at the rear axle works. Force rear load distribution fits perfectly with the concept mid-engine Audi R8. The distribution of axle load is 43: 57 (front: rear), with small differences between the individual variants.

The chassis of the car high performance sport racing technology. Forged aluminum double wishbones guide all four wheels. In the R8 V10 on the springs and shock absorbers have been specially calibrated and adjustable camber on the front axle adapted accordingly. The standard Audi magnetic ride adaptive damping on the R8 V10 and optional for V8 versions, which offers a normal mode and sport mode. Management gives finely differentiated feedback, high sensitivity, with, sports reports direct ratio.

The revised R8 rolls along large wheels. Versions of the V8 engines have the dimensions of standard wheels 8.5 J x 18 at the front and 10.5 J x 18 at the rear, with tire size 235/40 and 285/35. In versions tires mounted V10 Audi 19 8.5 inch wide and 11 inch tires come in sizes 235/35 and 295/30 respectively. Optional wheels are particularly interesting models - polished to a high gloss, with a look of titanium or (in the R8 V10 plus) in gloss black.

The brake discs steel high-performance sports car are ventilated, drilled and mounted bowls aluminum disc bolts. The new design "Wave" discs - the corrugated outer contour - reduces the overall weight of about two kilograms (4.41 pounds) compared with round disks of the same size. Aluminum calipers brakes of the front wheels to operate with eight pistons each, and the rear wheels to each four pistons. Combined with 19-inch wheels, Audi can offer ceramic disc brake carbon fiber as an option (standard on the R8 V10 plus). System Electronic Stability Control ESC offers a sport mode and can also be deactivated entirely.

The Audi R8 is a sports car with excellent practical skills. The front trunk has a capacity of 100 liters (3.53 cubic feet), the coupe can accommodate an additional 90 liters (3.18 cubic feet) behind the seats. The long wheelbase of 2.65 meters (8.69 cubic feet) offers a generous space. The interior exudes an atmosphere of racing cars in the level of luxury and its dominant feature is the car - curved arc running around the cabin in the driver's area. The sleeker option R8 leather multifunction steering wheel, sport edge blade brings new R8 badge, which also appears in the gear lever or selector lever in the door sill trim in the dashboard and viewing the appearance of the screen.

Electrically adjustable sports seats are optional on the V8 engine versions and standard on V10 versions. Depending on the model variant, the upholstery is a combination Alcantara / Nappa leather or, for the R8 Spyder special pigmentation reduces heating from direct sunlight. Audi also offers optional seats with prominent side sections for better lateral support (standard on the R8 V10 plus).

Adjustment of many control and shine with paint or black chrome trim subtle elements, the needles on the dashboard and change paddles have been slightly modified. The center console and handbrake lever are covered in leather, decorated with delicate stitching on the V10 model is also the molding around the standard navigation system plus the leather cover.

With diamond stitching, full level Nappa leather equipment, seats and have padded seat door trim, because the R8 Coupé upholstery Alcantara headlining is also available. Customers can choose from more individualistic leather in different colors, inlays Carbon Sigma (standard on the R8 V10 plus) and piano black finish. A wide range of design packages, the style and leather line Audi exclusive customization is also available.

The R8 V10 and R8 V10 Plus come with the navigation system plus and the Bang & Olufsen audio standard on board. Other options for all R8 variants include beam assistant, a set of storage, several sets travel case, mobile phone preparation with belt microphone and voice control and parking system with rearview camera more.

The revised version of the Audi R8 will be out of line with European customers later this year.

The base price of € 113,500 for the V8 Coupe and Euro 124,800 for the Spyder. V10 variants € 154.600 and € 165.900 listed respectively, while the R8 V10 More 173 200 EUR.

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