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Old October 8th 12, 09:31 PM posted to alt.autos.audi
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Audi has made its R8 high-performance sports car even more attractive
and dynamic. The R8 V10 plus is a new top model in the model series,
with a totally new 7-speed S tronic. The LED headlights and the new
rear indicator lights with dynamicized display are standard equipment
on all variants.

4.44 meters (14.44 ft) long, 1.90 meters (6.23 ft) wide and only 1.25
(4.10 ft) meters high (Spyder: 1.24 meters (4.07 ft)) – the broad Audi
R8, developed and built by quattro GmbH, stands firmly on the road,
ready to pounce. New details lend its design even more acuity. The
single-frame grille with the beveled upper corners is painted
high-gloss black, with horizontal chrome inserts adorning the struts
on the V10 variants. The bumper is also new, with the air inlets
bearing three crossbars each. As an option, Audi installs a front
splitter made of carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP). The splitter
is standard on the new R8 V10 plus.

LED headlights with a new technology are now standard on all variants
of the Audi R8. The light-emitting diodes for the high and low beams
have been placed above and below the strip-shaped daytime running
lights, which are specially actuated to serve as indicators. In
addition, static turning lights are integrated in the headlights.

The housings of the outside mirrors and the side blades, the lateral
air inlets on the Coupé, are made from CFRP on the new R8 V10 plus top
model. In the 10-cylinder variants the blades extend outwards farther
than on the V8 and have special edging; small marks of distinction
also occur at the sills. The vent louvers next to the rear window have
an aluminum look on the R8 V10 Coupé (matt black on the R8 V8 Coupé
and R8 V10 plus). As an option, LEDs illuminate the engine
compartment; in the R8 V10 plus this illumination as well as a partial
CFRP lining for the engine compartment are standard.

The LED lights dominate the rear of the Audi R8. One innovation from
Audi is the indicator light with dynamic display at the bottom edge of
the lamp – its light always proceeds towards the outside, in the
direction the driver wishes to turn. Above the high-gloss black area
between the vent openings sits the new badge – the letter
"R" resting partly on a red diamond, the Audi Sport
signature. The large diffusor, optionally CFRP (standard on the R8 V10
plus), has been pulled far upwards. In all engine versions the exhaust
system terminates in two round, glossy tailpipe trim sections, painted
black on the R8 V10 plus.

Audi offers the R8 in the two solid colors Ibis White and Brilliant
Red, in four metallic shades and with five pearl effect / crystal
effect coatings. For the R8 V10 plus a matt effect color is available
as an exclusive feature. The side blades on the Coupé come in eight
colors, while the soft top of the R8 Spyder comes in black, red or
brown.

The R8 embodies Audi's full expertise in ultra-lightweight design. The
aluminum body with the Audi Space Frame (ASF) weighs only 210
kilograms (462.97 lb) on the Coupé, and 216 kilograms (476.20 lb) on
the Spyder. The unladen R8 V8 Coupé with manual transmission registers
just 1,560 kilograms (3439.21 lb) on the scales, while the open-top
sports car weighs 1,660 kilograms (3659.67 lb). The R8 V10 plus,
available only as a coupé, brings the needle to 1,570 kilo*grams
(3461.26 lb). Adjustable bucket seats with glass fiber reinforced
plastic (GFRP) chassis, less use of insulating materials, special
light alloy wheels and chassis components, including the standard
ceramic brakes, as well the CFRP add-on parts at the body all
contribute to lowering the weight.

On the Audi R8 Spyder the lid on the soft top compartment and the side
parts are also CFRP. The elegant, lightweight fabric top, with its
largely aluminum and magnesium linkage, is the crowning touch to the
ultra-lightweight design. The top opens and closes
electrohydraulically in 19 seconds, and during driving at up to 50
km/h (31.07 mph). The heated window pane in the bulkhead between the
passenger and engine compartments stands apart from the soft top; the
window can be retracted and extended by a switch and also serves as a
wind deflector. In case of a pending rollover, two strong,
spring-tensioned sections shoot upwards from the seats.

As in car racing, the aerodynamics of the Audi R8 has been optimized
for propulsion. The underfloor contains five NACA nozzles, along with
two diffusors in the front section, which increase the propulsion at
the front axle. The drag coefficient is 0.35 or 0.36 depending on the
engine version and body shape; the frontal area measures 1.99 m2
(21.42 ft2).

The engines are assembled by hand. The V8 with 4,163 cc displacement
and the V10 with its 5,204 cc displacement are captivating, naturally
aspirated heavy-duty engines packed with power. The interplay with the
new 7-speed S tronic has reduced CO2 emissions by up to 22 grams/km
(35.41 g/mile) and decreased the sprint from zero to 100 km/h (62.14
mph) by three-tenths of a second. Both engines are compact and
comparatively lightweight. The crankcase is an aluminum-silicon alloy;
the bed plate structure provides high rigidity. The dry-sump
lubrication allows low positioning of the engines; the pressure
recirculation pump operates load-dependently, for increased
efficiency.

The FSI direct fuel injection system allows a high compression of 12.5
: 1. Four adjustable camshafts control the valves. At low load and
engine speed, flaps in the intake ducts bring about a precise,
cylindrical rotation of the incoming air. The exhaust system is
designed for low back pressure. The two tailpipes contain flaps; they
open during sharp acceleration to produce a fuller sound.

The 4.2 FSI engine produces 316 kW (430 hp) at 7,900 rpm, with a
torque of 430 Nm (317.15 lb-ft) between 4,500 and 6,000 rpm. The unit
accelerates the R8 Coupé with S tronic from rest to 100 km/h (62.14
mph) in 4.3 seconds and to a top speed of 300 km/h (186.41 mph) (with
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 coupé with S tronic consumes 12.4 liters of fuel per 100
km (18.97 US mpg).

The V10 engine provides a torque of 530 Nm (390.91 lb-ft) at 6,500
rpm, with 386 kW (525 hp) at 8,000 rpm. Its crankshaft is a common-pin
design, yielding alternating ignition intervals of 54 and 90 degrees.
This design combines maximum rigidity and low weight, while at the
same time generating the unique car racing-like sound of the V10.

The Audi R8 V10 Coupé with S tronic accelerates 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 has a top speed of 311 km/h (193.25 mph)
(with manual transmission: 4.1 seconds and 313 km/h (194.49 mph)). The
average consumption rate of the R8 V10 Coupé with S tronic lies at
13.1 liters of fuel per 100 km (17.96 US mpg).

The new top model of the model series is the Audi R8 V10 plus.
Developing 404 kW (550 hp), its maximum torque is 540 Nm (398.28
lb-ft) at 6,500 rpm. With S tronic, the R8 V10 plus, available only as
a coupé, catapults from zero to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) in 3.5 seconds
and achieves a top speed of 317 km/h (196.97 mph); the average fuel
consumption rate is 12.9 liters per 100 km (18.23 US mpg). The key
data with manual transmission are 3.8 seconds, 319 km/h (198.22 mph)
and 14.9 liters (15.79 US mpg).

Two power transmission systems are available for the overhauled Audi
R8. The manual 6-speed transmission, with its lever leading into an
open stainless steel gate, is standard on the V8 and optional on the
V10. The new 7-speed S tronic – optional on the V8 and standard on the
V10 – spaces the gears closely in a sporty mode; the final drive
position has a wide gear ratio. The dual clutch transmission can be
shifted at the selector lever or at the steering wheel paddles; a
sports mode is alternatively available. At the press of a button the
launch control manages starting at an increased initial engine speed
and with optimal tire slip.

The new 7-speed S tronic, with a three-shaft layout, is less than 60
centimeters (23.62 inches) in length. Two multi-plate clutches lying
behind one another (a new feature), serve two mutually independent
sub-transmissions; gears are shifted directly as the clutches
alternately open and close. Gearshifting occurs practically without
interruption of tractive power within hundredths of a second, and so
dynamically, smoothly and comfortably as to be hardly noticeable.

From the 7-speed S tronic the propeller shaft runs through the
crankcase of the engine to the front axle, where a viscous coupling
distributes the torque. In normal operation the coupling directs about
15 per cent of the torque to the front axle; when the rear wheels
start to spin, a maximum additional 15 per cent flows to the front. A
mechanical locking differential operates at the rear axle. The
rear-load distribution of the forces ideally harmonizes with the
mid-engined concept of the Audi R8. The axle-load distribution is 43 :
57 (front : rear), with small differences between the individual
variants.

The chassis of the high-performance sports car employs technologies
from car racing. Double wishbones forged from aluminum guide all four
wheels. On the R8 V10 plus the springs and shock absorbers have been
specially tuned and the camber values at the front axle adapted
accordingly. The Audi magnetic ride adaptive damping is standard on
the R8 V10 and optional for the V8 variants; it offers a normal mode
and a sports mode. The power steering delivers finely differentiated,
super-sensitive feedback, with sporty, direct gear ratios.

The overhauled R8 rolls along on large wheels. The V8 engine versions
have the standard wheel dimensions of 8.5 J x 18 at the front and 10.5
J x 18 at the rear, with tire sizes 235/40 and 285/35. On the V10
versions Audi mounts 19-inch wheels of widths 8.5 and 11 inches; the
tires come in the sizes 235/35 and 295/30 respectively. The optional
wheels have especially attractive designs – polished to a high gloss,
with a titanium look or (on the R8 V10 plus) in black gloss.

The steel brake disks of the high-performance sports car are
internally ventilated, perforated and joined to the aluminum disk
bowls by pins. The new "Wave" design of the disks – the wavy
exterior contour – lowers the weight overall by about two kilo*grams
(4.41 lb) compared with round disks of the same dimensions. The
aluminum brake calipers operate at the front wheels with eight pistons
each, and at the rear wheels with four pistons each. In combination
with the 19-inch wheels, Audi can provide optional carbon fiber
ceramic brake disks (standard on the R8 V10 plus). The electronic
stabilization control system ESC offers a sports mode and can also be
fully deactivated.

The Audi R8 is a sports car with excellent practical skills. The front
luggage compartment has a capacity of 100 liters (3.53 cubic ft); the
Coupé accommodates an additional 90 liters (3.18 cubic ft) behind the
seats. The long wheelbase of 2.65 meters (8.69 cubic ft) affords
generous space. The interior conveys a car racing atmosphere on the
luxury level; its dominant feature is the monoposto – the long arc
curve running around the cockpit in the area of the driver. The
flattened rim of the optional, more contoured R8 leather-covered
multifunction sports steering wheel bears the new R8 badge, which also
appears at the gearshift or selector lever, at the door sill trims, in
the instrument cluster and on the start screen of the on-board
monitor.

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

Numerous control and trim elements shine with subdued chrome strips or
with black paint; the needles in the instrument cluster and the shift
paddles have been slightly modified. The center console and the
handbrake lever are covered with leather, adorned by delicate seams;
in the V10 models the molding around the standard navigation system
plus is also leather-covered.

With the diamond-stitched, Fine Nappa full-leather equipment level,
the seats and the door trim feature quilted upholstery; for the R8
Coupé a quilted Alcantara headlining is also available. More
individualistic customers can choose between leather items in
different colors, inlays in Carbon Sigma (standard on the R8 V10 plus)
and piano finish black. A wide range of design, styling and leather
packages from the Audi exclusive customization line is also
available.

The R8 V10 and the R8 V10 plus come with the navigation system plus
and the Bang & Olufsen Sound System as standard on-board features.
Other options for all R8 variants include a high-beam assistant, a
stowage package, various travel case sets, a cell phone preparation,
with belt microphone and voice control, and the parking system plus
with reversing camera.

The overhauled Audi R8 will roll off the line to European customers at
the end of the year.

The base price is EUR 113,500 for the V8 Coupé, and EUR 124,800 for
the Spyder. The V10 variants are listed at EUR 154,600 and EUR 165,900
respectively, while the R8 V10 plus costs EUR 173,200.

News Source: Audi

Category: Coupe, Performance, Audi

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true_enthusiast

No turbo?
1 hour ago
Banf_1

No word on the e-tron variant?
1 hour ago
over9000

wow! It looks like the first generation heh
3 hours ago +1
NBor101

Those rear turn signals are sweet!
3 hours ago +3
Luciano

Hello beautiful. Best looking car on the planet... I only wish they
would have made the exaust tips in a more non-conservative shape...
But I guess they anchor the circles in the audi logo.
3 hours ago
Storm

Manual
5 hours ago
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Autoblogist

Damn shame, that gated manual was nice.
4 hours ago
John Blaze

The way that these cars are holding their value, I regret not
purchasing one. You can't find one under $80,000.
6 hours ago
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Agilis

The same goes for the S5. It retains it's value really well.
3 hours ago +1
Lance Burley

I don't like those new LED's are nasty looking........and takes away
from the "look" audi were known for.....same can be said
about the update A5....the pre lift model looked stunning, now it
looks incoherent.....
7 hours ago
1 reply to Lance Burley's comment
Banf_1

Well everybody already copied them, so I don't think Audi can continue
down that route without looking old. For heaven's sake even the
Mercedes CL has them
52 minutes ago
Julle85

The R8 facelift looks damn good.
9 hours ago
Sukairain

Thank you - the R-Tronic transmission was crap.
11 hours ago +4
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