2018-07-11 13:50:12

Audi R8 slightly improved

Audi presented a special version of R8 V10 plus. Company added to the car Performance Parts prefix.

Coupe got a lightweight design, improved aerodynamics and some stylistic changes.

The new aerodynamics of a composite material has a different front splitter, other air intakes, side skirts and rear diffuser. Another novelty is distinguished by a large rigid fixed rear wing.

A supercar will be pleased with the improved suspension with adjustable shock absorbers, ceramic front brakes with titanium supports, as well as new light alloy wheels with Michelin Pilot Cup 2 tires.

The powerplant of Performance Parts did not change. Audi R8 V10 take a 5.2-liter atmospheric 10-cylinder engine for 610 "horses" and 560 Nm.

There will be only 44 Audi R8 V10 plus Performance Parts. The cost of the car in the UK is 176,560 pounds sterling.

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