Audi R8 V10 RWD: rear-wheel drive - sports cars - Icon wheels
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Audi R8 V10 RWD: rear-wheel drive - sports cars - Icon wheels

Audi R8 V10 RWD: rear-wheel drive - sports cars - Icon wheels

The new generation Audi R8 expands its family with the introduction of a new variant. V10 rear wheel drive 2020... This is version a rear drive, which this time will remain in the price lists of the House Ingolstadt and will not be produced only in a limited edition, as was the case with the previous version.

Identification marks

This will become an offer entry level of the R8 range and will hit the market early next year with both bodies Coupe e Spyder. Aesthetically, distinguishing it from other R8s is the coloring of the side air intakes in body color. Besides, new Audi R8 V10 RWD it also has a high-gloss black finish, a color available (optionally) also for the Quattro Anelli logo. Finally, you can also choose a new color from among the body colors. Kemora gray.

Inside, the sports seats upholstered in leather and Alcantara stand out, while the RWD badge is prominently displayed on the dashboard in front of the passenger. To pushAudi R8 V10 rear This is ensured by Lamborghini's renowned 10-liter naturally aspirated V5,2 engine. Peak torque is 540 Nm and the powertrain is mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch S tronic automatic transmission that sends power to the rear wheels. Do not miss  mechanical limited slip differential.

Performance and weight

Regarding performance, new Audi R8 V10 RWD announces a sprint from 0 to 100 km / h in 3,7 seconds and reaches a top speed of 320 km / h (3,8 seconds and 318 km / h for the Spider). Obviously, the loss of the quattro all-wheel drive has an advantage in terms of weight, in which case the RWD saves 65kg (55kg Spider). At a 40:60 weight split, the R8 is equipped with 245/35 tires at the front and 295/35 at the rear, which span 19 "forged wheels (optional 20" with sports tires).

Finally, regarding prices Audi only disclosed data relating to the German market. In Germany, the new R8 V10 RWD will cost at least 144.000 € 157.000 (XNUMX XNUMX € Spyder).

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