Audi R8 V10

October 30th, 2014 | Comments Closed | Audi

The Audi R8 V10 is the highest performance version of Lamborghini Gallardo supercar based on Audi. Share your voluptuous veneer and easy use nature of the standard V8 model but packs significantly more muscle – 525 horsepower, to be exact. For the last model year, gains Audi R8 V10 available brake calipers painted red, a package of quilted leather silver a headlining diamond-stitched Alcantara and sports exhaust option. Although it is starting to rise in years, the Audi R8 remains one of the most desirable supercars on the market due to a mixture of dynamic driving excitement, surprising practicality and, of course, the double take-inducing good looks.

The last point is especially true in the Audi R8 V10 is based on appearance and exotic mid-engine V8 model proportions with large side air intakes, side skirts and more aggressive wheels upsized. Headlights, revised taillights, bumpers and other minor stylistic changes help connoisseurs say the latest model, apart from its predecessor. Like many other things in the Audi R8 V10, arresting plate is made of aluminum in order to keep performance-sapping mass to a minimum – Audi says the car checks in at just under 3,500 pounds.

As the name suggests supercar, it is powered by a 5.2-liter V10 engine. From Lamborghini, the factory produces 525 horsepower at 8,000 rpm and 391 pound-feet of torque at 6,500 rpm, plus exciting noise throughout the rev range Maximum engine speed is a staggering 8,700 rpm. A manual six-speed closed it clacks its way through the gears like an Italian sports car glorious harvest is standard, but the times of maximum performance is achieved with available seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox. With the dual clutch mounted, the R8 is capable of reaching 60 mph from a standstill in just 3.4 seconds. Top speed is listed at 195 mph.

Audi R8 V10 Interior

The cabinet matches the visual drama of the exterior thanks to features like adjusting sweep and flat-bottomed steering wheel,  high quality materials are used throughout. Shoppers looking for an even more luxurious experience can choose from a long list of optional equipment, including Nappa leather upholstery flexible head poster Alcantara and carbon fiber trim. While there is plenty of room for driver and passenger, the Audi R8 V10 is not blessed with an excess of space in the trunk. The front luggage compartment (known as frunk) measures just 3.5 cubic feet and is a strange way; Audi says that a couple of golf bags can be mounted behind seats, although that might not be achievable for taller drivers.

Navigation features and entertainment is accessed via Audi MMI system, which is one of the settings more intuitive information and entertainment market. However, unlike other models of Audi R8 MMI controls are not in a central position for easy access – instead, they are somewhat awkwardly mounted on the board. Fortunately, a set of standard voice command eliminates this problem.

Audi R8 V10 Features

Standard features on the Audi R8 V10 include Nappa leather upholstery flexible navigation system with SiriusXM Traffic, one of seven speakers, 12-speaker, 465-watt Bang & Olufsen system, AM / FM / CD stereo with satellite radio SiriusXM , heated seats, Bluetooth connectivity, automatic climate control, rearview camera, sensors front and rear ultrasonic parking and full LED exterior lighting. Storage Package, optional on the V8 is standard here; adds two networks at the back of the seats, a network of luggage in the rear tray and a folding compartment under the passenger seat. Available options include full Fine Nappa Leather Package, treatment Nappa seats panel door inserts, dash and instrument extends. It is also the diamond stitch full leather package, which adds a stitch pattern exquisite diamonds seats and door inserts.

Audi R8 V10 Engine

A derivative Audi R8 V10 Plus ups the largest count even faster horsepower at 550. Perhaps even, yielding 150 lbs through the use of carbon fiber for the side blades, splitter front, rear diffuser and spoiler. Which contributes to weight reduction are smaller tank fuel reduces manual isolation and sound seats thrones instead of setting the standard electric car. Conservatively Audi claims 3.4 second sprint mph zero-to-60.

Audi R8 V10 all models make the most of its capacity with a system of four-wheel drive quattro variably distributing output to the front and rear axles through a viscous clutch. It is a great help for acceleration and also ensure better fuel efficiency while many other luxury cars. Fuel economy – rarely a point of interest for the supercar buyers – suffers because of the powerful V10 and all-wheel drive. The stick model shifted back 12/19 city / highway mpg, while the dual-clutch equipped variant is good for 13/22 mpg.

Together with aluminum Double wishbone front and rear suspension system features a ‘Audi magnetic ride’ adaptive damper that can be configured to provide sporty driving dynamics and a smoother ride. The latter is comfortable enough for the V10 R8 possibly could be used as a daily driver. Directing hydraulic rack and pinion Direct offers a full feedback, counterpoint character to numb power systems help offered in many modern performance machines.

Audi R8 V10 Safety

The Audi R8 V10 Dual front, side / thorax and knee airbags are standard. Traction and stability control systems and electronic brake assist are also included.

Audi R8 V10 Competitors

Rivals in the Audi R8 V10 include exotic species such as blindingly fast Porsche 911 Turbo S, the elegant, old-school Aston Martin V12 Vantage and the Formula 1 inspired Ferrari 458 Italia.

Audi R8 V10 Plus White

Audi R8 V10 Plus White