2015 Audi R8 V10 plus - Top Auto Review

2015 Audi R8 V10 plus

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Extremely snappy, up to 610 horsepower, and now even faster than the Lamborghini Huracán: Audi places the new Audi R8 over backward - and that is the most powerful and fastest production Audi of all time. Also on board: the impressive laser beam. The launch of the second generation R8 takes place in the summer of 2015. The prices are not called Audi.

2015 Audi R8 V10 plus

Audi R8 V10 plus

Design: Flat, wide and a laser on board
A wide front-mounted cabin, a long back and a relatively short wheelbase - the exterior design makes the mid-engine design of the Audi R8 V10 2015 visible at first glance. In length (4.42 meters), height (1.24 meters) and wheelbase (2.65 meters), the dimensions changed compared to the previous model only minimally. However, the Audi R8 grew by about four centimeters to 1.94 meters in width, so that the German supercar is still rich in the street.

The wide and low single-frame grille in honeycomb appearance seems to want to soak up the asphalt, flanking the flat, sharply drawn headlights. LED headlights are standard. Audi offers the laser spot, which doubles the range of the high beam to 600 meters.

The laser beam light are each a laser module per headlamp generates a cone of light. Four high-performance laser diodes per module for use. A phosphor converter converts the blue laser beam in a traffic-grade white light. The laser spot, which is active from 60 km / h complements the LED high beam of the R8 and brings the driver due to the tremendous reach a big plus in sight. A smart camera sensor also detects other road users and hides them active.

The two exhaust tailpipes are trapezoidal drawn, while the rear window provides a view of the illuminated engine compartment free. A long, increasing diffuser in the underbody generates output to the rear axle at high speeds. The Audi R8 has an electrically outgoing spoiler Audi R8 V10 plus a fixed blade made of carbon. Also cool: the front, optional dynamic flashing light, the series is back.

Series equips the Audi R8 V10 with 19-inch wheels and tires in size 245/35 front and 295/35 rear. On request, the first time for the R8 20-inch wheels with tires in size 245/30 and 305/30 at the rear axle. The steel brake discs are made in the weight-saving wave design, the calipers painted red on request. The Audi R8 V10 plus take from carbon-ceramic discs for the delay (option in the conventional 2015 Audi R8 V10).

Engine: Two strong versions to choose from
With a spontaneous throttle response, a fast revving up to 6,500 tours and a roaring sound of the 5.2-liter normally aspirated V10 engine for goose bumps to ensure that even more efficient and torque more than ever presents itself in the new Audi R8. Switchable flaps in the exhaust and an optional sports exhaust system make his sound more distinctive.

The ten-cylinder is available in two versions to choose from. The Audi R8 V10 engine that generates 540 hp and 540 Nm of torque at 6,500 rev / min (previous 525 hp and 535 Nm). Thus equipped, the Sprint runs from 0 to 100 km / h, 3.5 seconds. The top speed at 323 km / h. The COD System (Cylinder on Demand) switches operating at partial load from one of the two cylinder banks to lower the fuel. Thus, the average fuel consumption is 11.8 liters per 100 kilometers, which is / km corresponds to CO2 emissions of 275 g. For the consumption reduction of up to 10 percent compared to the previous model, the new start-stop system plays an important role.

2015 Audi R8 V10 plus

2015 Audi R8 V10 plus

The Audi R8 V10 plus has a dry weight of 1,454 kilograms and comes to a whopping 610 hp and a maximum torque of 560 Nm at 6,500 trips (previous 550 hp and 540 Nm). The performance figures are impressive: 0 to 100 km / h in 3.2 seconds, 0 to 200 km / h in 9.9 seconds and a top of 330 km / h. In the middle of also equipped with COD Audi R8 V10 takes up 12.4 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers (CO2 emissions 289 g / km). Thus, the new Audi R8 V10 shows even the Lamborghini Huracán the taillights, which has the same power: While the Italians also sprints in 3.2 seconds from 0 to 100 km / h but only achieved a top speed of 325 km / h.

The decisive advantage with all-wheel drive
A lightning-fast "seven-speed S Tronic" (dual clutch gearbox) and a newly developed quattro all-wheel drive bring the power of the key advantages of stability and traction compared to the two-wheel drive competitors on the road. The distribution of drive torque adapts to the prevailing driving conditions - in the normal operating currents up to 100 percent to the rear wheels, where required, the clutch steplessly up to 100 percent to the front in order. By a mechanical limited slip differential on the rear axle, the driver experiences maximum traction without slippage. A Launch Control manages beyond the maximum acceleration from a standstill.

LG: More driving pleasure and the new performance mode
The chassis of the new Audi R8 double wishbones made of aluminum lead all four wheels. When Audi R8 V10 plus 2015 put the setup exceptionally sporty. The switchable adaptively controlled dampers with the name "Audi Magnetic Ride" are optionally available for both engines. The newly developed electromechanical power steering gives Meanwhile, a close contact with the road. Optionally, there is a dynamic steering system in which the translation "Audi Drive Select" depends on the driving speed and the settings in the system dynamics.

About the dynamics system "Audi Drive Select," the driver in the four modes "comfort," "auto", "Dynamic" and "Individual" customize the way important technology building blocks. As standard, the system integrates the engine characteristics, the steering, the "S Tronic" and quattro drive and optional modules such as "Audi Magnetic Ride", the exhaust valves and dynamic steering.

In addition, there is the new "performance" mode (option on the V10, the V10 series plus) in which the driver can choose between programs "Dry", "wet" and "Snow" and according to the dynamic handling on dry, wet and snow-covered ground support. In the "Performance" mode "Audi Drive Select" also accesses the stabilization control ESC.

Another function of the "S Tronic" will enter into force when the driver at speeds over 55 km / h of gas. In this case, open both clutches and the car sails to reduce consumption.

Interior: Audi Virtual Cockipt - the perfect complement
The newly designed sports seats with integrated head restraints are designed to provide excellent lateral support. Even more radical are the new R8 bucket seats with a statement for the combination of lightweight design and comfort (option on the V10, the V10 series plus). For reference materials to customers between "Alcantara / leather Pearl Nappa" and "Fine Nappa leather" can choose, there are apertures in carbon, leather packages and a dynamic diamond quilting.

2015 Audi R8 V10 plus

2015 Audi R8 V10 plus interior

The new Audi R8 the "Audi Virtual Cockpit" replaces the analog instruments and the MMI monitor. The driver can fully digital, 12.3-inch screen (31.2 inches measured diagonally) on two viewing modes switch. So come either with the virtual round instruments or the large navigation map in focus. In the "Performance" mode information about driving programs, the acceleration, deceleration and lateral forces as well as power and torque appear beyond. Likewise visualizes the "Audi Virtual Cockpit" a shift light, indicating the achievement of the speed limit.

The "MMI Navigation plus" series, the touch wheel with the label "MMI touch" meanwhile, serves as a central control element. In addition to the "MMI Navigation plus" passes "Audi Connect" used on its integrated Wi-Fi hotspot to be the passenger smartphone or tablet can connect it. For the driver, there are meanwhile customized online services such as traffic information, "Google Earth" and "Google Street View" and messages. Optional items such as the finely tuned sound system from Bang & Olufsen with a system output of 500 watts complete the infotainment system.

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