Audi R8
Audi R8 is the second edition of the supercar by Audi & it is the only car that rivals the Porsche 911. Learn about the Audi R8'S top speed, full specifications, plus its release date and price. Also, learn why Audi is such a great car maker! The Audi R8 has been redesigned and in the next approaching years we will see a convertible (2016), a V8 model or maybe even V6 versions, however, for the present time this is the beautiful redesign of the R8 legacy. Believe, it's very nice to drive, plus, feels so exact & slotted, most people will think it feels like a fun fairground ride at certain intervals, that's why it's fair to say Audi have got the new Audi R8 perfected. THE FACTS Audi R8 V10 Plus The Audi R8 has been tested and has: 5.2-litre V10 petrol engine, seven-speed double clutch automatic gearbox, plus, four-wheel drive Price/on sale: From £119,500 (£134,500 as tested)/now Power/torque: 602bhp at 8,250rpm/413lb ft at 6,500rpm. The Audi R8 has a top speed of 205mph It has an overall acceleration of 0-62mph 3.2sec Fuel economy: 16.1mpg/23mpg (EU Urban/Combined); on test 16.4mpg It contains CO2 emissions of 287g/km VED band: M (£1,100 first year, £505 thereafter) Verdict: Be sure to stay tuned for next year's Audi R8 convertible and bigger engines. The Audi R8 has an amazing performance, smooth handling and far from an uncomfortable ride quality, it is recommended to opt for the standard steering system, though! RIVALS Aston Martin V12 Vantage from £138,000 The new Aston two seater seems very old fashioned, it is also a bit heavy, and however, it is still a show stopper, has a finely tuned engine fit for any occasion and sets a great impression. The Austin Martin has a top speed of 205mph, 0-62mph in 3.8sec, 19.2mpg and 343g/km of CO². The McLaren 570S from £143,250 The McLarens differential model strategy begins here with a weird and almost over excited mid-engine design. If you buy the McLaren you will find that the performance, road handling, plus, at least 30 percent of the cars body come directly out of the £195,250 650S coupe! So when opting for the McLaren you should think 204mph, 3.2sec, 25.5mpg and 258g/km. The Porsche 911Turbo S from £142,720 The new Porsche 911 is hard to beat, and oddly enough, the Audi R8 shouldn't even try. Porsche's 911 blower is adapted from the Nissan GTR quick, it is breathtakingly simple to operate and drive, plus, beautifully crafted. Overall it still remains similar to original a 911's, but this has got to be the ultimate 911. Anyone who is thinking about buying the new 911 should expect to reach speeds of 197mph in 3.1sec, 29.1mpg and 227g/km. The Audi R8 is forecasted to hit the roads by the end of 2015 and fully released by January 2016, plus the Audi R8 will be part of the F1 Team with Red Bull has their backers.
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