PerformanceThe new Audi R8 combines the time-honoured hallmarks of the best of the classic sports cars with futuristic construction, transmission and suspension technologies. All this is underpinned by the steadfast reassurance of the quattro® four-wheel-drive system | |
V8 engine
The high-revving V8 petrol engine delivers 309 kW, spontaneous response and a thrilling engine sound. It punches the R8 through the 100 km/h barrier in just 4.6 seconds. | |
| quattro®
The R8’s unique engine position, together with quattro® permanent
all-wheel drive, results in outstanding dynamic performance with very high directional stability and enormous lateral acceleration | |
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Transmission
You can choose a 6-speed manual transmission to channel the 430Nm of torque, or the race-inspired R tronic sequential shift gearbox with joystick and paddle control, which offers exceptionally fast gear changes.
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| Audi Magnetic Ride
Audi Magnetic Ride, optional on the R8, is an adaptive suspension system with two selectable modes: Normal and Sport. Sensors in the car monitor the road conditions and adjust the damping effect by varying a magnetic charge that passes through a fluid-based shock absorber, delivering improved road handling, outstanding chassis control and excellent driving comfort. | |
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FSI®
Audi’s exclusive FSI® technology means a higher power output, higher torque, lower fuel consumption and reduced exhaust emissions | |
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