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12/06/2021
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Audi R8 Coupé V10 performance RWD

Engine

  • 5.2-liter, high-revving, naturally aspirated, V10 engine with gasoline direct injection, with further increased power and torque
  • Maximum power of 419 kW (570 PS) and maximum torque of 550 newton meters – 30 PS and 10 newton meters more than in the base Audi R8 V10 RWD
  • Dry sump lubrication as used in racing
  • Lightning-fast response, immense accelerating power, signature V10 sound
  • Increased efficiency: cylinder deactivation, dual injection, coasting at idle with engine running, gasoline particulate filter
  • Acceleration: from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.7 seconds (3.8 seconds for the R8 Spyder)
  • Maximum speed: 329 km/h (327 km/h for the R8 Spyder)

Transmission

  • Extremely fast-shifting, compact S tronic dual-clutch transmission with seven gears

Suspension and steering

  • RWD sport suspension with double wishbone and passive differential lock
  • Axle distribution of 40:60
  • Chassis setup allows controlled drifts in ESC “Sport” mode
  • CFRP stabilizer on the front axle in conjunction with the sport suspension result in neutral self-steering behavior in combination with rear-wheel drive
  • Audi drive select with four modes: auto, comfort, dynamic, individual
  • Electromechanical power steering standard; free from drive influences for precise handling
  • Optional dynamic steering that adjusts the gear ratio depending on the speed.
  • Compared with the electromechanical steering system, the dynamic steering system requires significantly less steering wheel rotation, especially in the low speed range below 100 km/h, i.e., when driving on winding serpentine roads, narrow hairpin bends, but also in city traffic or when parking
  • An 18-inch high-performance steel brake system in wave design and an optional 19-inch high-performance ceramic brake system
  • 19-inch/20-inch cast aluminum wheels ensure that the car handles precisely and stays on track during fast cornering maneuvers

Body

  • Ultra-light Audi Space Frame made of aluminum and carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP) for precise handling and high crash safety
  • Coupé version of the R8 V10 performance RWD weighs a mere 1590 kilograms, the Spyder version weighs 1695 kilograms
  • Lightweight, electro-hydraulic soft top: can be folded down and stowed in the cover flap made of carbon fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP) in 20 seconds at speeds of up to 50 km/h
  • Aerodynamic concept with focus on maximum downforce values

Exterior design

  • Distinctive Audi mid-engine sports car design
  • Wide and flat Singleframe radiator grille in matte black with R8 emblem
  • Front bumper with wide front spoiler and side air intakes (matte black) in a design that exudes power, divided in two parts by distinctive winglets
  • Rear bumper with wide air intakes, front splitter, and full-length air outlet grille
  • Painted sideblades: upper glossy sideblade in Mythos black, lower sideblade in body color
  • Exterior color Ascari Blue Metallic available for the first time, a color previously reserved for the R8 V10 performance quattro
  • Standard LED headlights; darkened LED headlights similar to RS models with dynamic turn signals, optional Audi laser light including high-beam assist
  • Engine compartment with air filter under plastic or carbon cover
  • Exhaust system with glossy black elliptical tailpipe trim
  • Three soft top colors for R8 Spyder: fabric in black, brown, and red

Interior and controls

  • Race car cockpit with “monoposto” arch and pronounced focus on the driver
  • Audi virtual cockpit in freestanding housing
  • Leather sports steering wheel with multifunction plus and two control satellites, “performance version” featuring four control satellites
  • Electric and pneumatically adjustable R8 bucket seats or sport seats in fine napa leather; optional fine napa leather with diamond stitching and Alcantara
  • High gloss emblem with RWD lettering in front of passenger seat
  • 112 liters of luggage compartment volume, supplemented by 226 liters of storage space behind seats; optional storage package
  • LED interior lighting, optional interior light package with footwell, ambiance, and engine compartment lighting
  • The “R8 performance” design package offers black Alcantara leather, contrast stitching in Mercato Blue, and carbon-fiber trim

Infotainment and Audi connect

  • Audi virtual cockpit with 12.3-inch display
  • MMI Radio plus with Bluetooth interface, aux-in port, and DAB
  • MMI Navigation plus with MMI touch
  • Bang & Olufsen sound system with headrest speakers, Audi Music Interface (AMI)
  • Connectivity via Audi phone box and Audi smartphone interface

Driver assistance systems

  • Park assist plus; optional park assist plus with rear-view backup camera
  • Cruise control
  • Anti-theft alarm system
  • Comfort key with safelock

The equipment, data and prices specified in this document refer to the model range offered in Germany. Subject to change without notice; errors and omissions excepted.