Audi R8 Final Edition

We already know Audi is working on a brand-new R8 supercar, but that doesn't mean that Audi is neglecting the current model. As we get closer to the 2015 model year, the current R8's last year on the market, we have yet another mystery on a our hands. Our skilled spy photographers stationed in Germany have spotted yet a new camouflaged R8 prototype, and we're dead sure it has nothing to do with the upcoming second-generation model. Audi is definitely up to something, and judging by these photos it is going to be big.

You might be tempted to believe Audi is planning to retire the current R8 with some sort of special edition model in the vein of the LMX, but the spy shots you're about to see below suggest something meaner that the standard R8 is underway. By the looks of it, Audi is bringing some of its race technolgoy to the streets. Read on to find out more about this new prototype being tested on public roads.

Click past the jump to read more about the Audi R8 Final Edition.

Audi R8 Final Edition originally appeared on topspeed.com on Friday, 10 October 2014 13:00 EST.

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Join us LIVE for the TopSpeed Podcast Episode 027

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Tomorrow is the big day! It is the 27th episode of the incredibly awesome TopSpeed.com Podcast.

Thanks to the huge Miata reveal tonight, there will be a lot of Miata talk, but that won't be the whole show. Mark has been driving a big Lexus that he wants to talk about, and I want to give my thoughts on the Toyota Tundra.

After all that we are going to talk about the new Audi TT that was caught at the N rburgring, the new Dodge Viper and some Kia Optima news. I also want to take some time to talk about the just-announced Land Rover Discovery Sport.

Don't forget that we also have the viewer questions to answer, plus another Own, Drive, Burn.

We hope to see everyone tomorrow at Noon EDT so you can experience the fun, joy, and chaos of the show live as it happens.

Join us LIVE for the TopSpeed Podcast Episode 027 originally appeared on topspeed.com on Wednesday, 3 September 2014 16:00 EST.

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Audi unveils Android tablet

German car maker Audi has unveiled its Android tablet called the Audi Smart Display. The 10.2-inch tablet is specially designed to use within the car at all times. The tablet obviously serves as a large satellite navigation device, but that's not all it does. You can access the internet, watch movies and control your car's...

Audi to produce John Olsson Camo Edition A4 Avant

By Christian Moe on Tuesday, February 25th, 2014

If you have never heard of Jon Olsson, you have likely heard of his cars. Olsson is an X Games gold medalist in freestyle skiing, and he is the man that orders all those funny supercars with ski boxes you see around the internet. With Lamborghinis and GT-Rs and everything in between, Olsson has quite a collection of roofbox-supercar combos. One of his favorite brands however is Audi, and now they are teaming up to create 50 special edition cars.

The cars that are to be sold are all 2.0 TDI Quattro versions of the A4 Avant, and the exterior styling is made to match Olssons own RS6 Avant and Lamborghini Gallardo. That means a large geometric shaped arctic camo theme. Each car is equipped with extra goodies like sports seats, Xenon headlamps, the S-Line body kit, and of course, a matching roof box.

If you want one of these machines, you better start booking some plane tickets quickly. There will only be 50 of these special A4 Avants made, and they will only be sold in Olsson’s home country of Switzerland.

Audi RS5

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Audi R8 Biturbo by xXx Performance

Posted on 11.28.2013 12:00 by Simona

A few days ago xXx Performance was unveiling a very cool tuning kit based on the Lamborghini Gallardo. Now is time for another awesome update, this time based on the Audi R8, the 4.2 V-8 version. As with the previous kit, the new R8 Biturbo received a series of upgrades to both the exterior and the interior, but most of the job was made under the hood.

For the engine upgrades the tuner offers three different stages, with power increased to 590 horsepower and 486 pound-feet of torque in stage 1; 640 horsepower and 497 pound-feet in stage 2 and an astonishing 707 horsepower and 596 pound-feet of torque in stage 3. In all three stages xXx Performance is offering a biturbo system, ECU remap and a new exhaust system. The sequential R-tronic 6-gear manual transmission was also upgraded with a special transmission software that is adapted to the new situations.

The most powerful version goes from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.6 seconds, from 0 to 124 mph in 10.6 seconds and from 0 to 186 mph in 15.8 seconds. Top speed goes up to 194 mph.

Click past the jump to read more about the Audi R8 Biturbo by xXx Performance.

Audi R8 Biturbo by xXx Performance originally appeared on topspeed.com on Thursday, 28 November 2013 12:00 EST.

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Audi R8 V10 Biturbo GT by MTM

Posted on 02.20.2013 14:00 by Simona

Do you remember the Audi R8 V10 Biturbo unveiled by MTM back in 2011? For the 2013 Geneva Motor Show, the tuner revised this package and came up with a new R8 V10 Biturbo GT package, that unlike the previous package which delivered a total of 777 horsepower, the new GT package delivers a total of 802 horsepower at 6,980 rpm and 892 Nm (657 pound-feet) of torque between 2,750 and 6,280 rpm.

This extra horsepower pushes the R8 to a top speed in excess of 360 km/h (223 mph). In terms of acceleration, the R8 V10 Biturbo GT hits 100 km/h (62 mph) in 3 seconds, 200 km/h (124 mph) in just 10.6 seconds and 300 km/h (186 mph) in only 26 seconds.

While the exterior remains pretty much unchanged, the new GT package also received a three-way adjustable special chassis and a new set of wheels measuring 9-by-20 inches up front and 12.5-by-20 inches out back. These 20-inch BIMOTO wheels are wrapped up in Michelin Pilot Sport Cup rubber.

Dragging the R8 V10 Biturbo GT to a halt are 380-by-34 mm (14.96-by-1.33-inch) dimpled rotors squeezed by eight-piston calipers. Getting this monster through the twist is a set of MTM coilovers by KW with adjustable damping.

Still, if you are interested in acquiring this package, you will have to pay an impressive 450,000 - about $600,000 at the current exchange rates.

Audi R8 V10 Biturbo GT by MTM originally appeared on topspeed.com on Wednesday, 20 February 2013 14:00 EST.

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Audi TT Coupe and Roadster Black Edition

Posted on 02.8.2013 18:00 by Simona

Ingolstadt-based automaker, Audi, is already working on a new-generation TT, but this doesn’t mean customers can’t still enjoy the current generation. On the British market, for example, Audi unveiled a cool TT Black Edition that can be combined with a new Amplified Black specification package priced at only 700 (about $1,100 at the current exchange rates).

The new Black Edition will be based on the top S line trim level and adds a black trim for the radiator grille surround, tinted rear privacy glass, and xenon headlamps with LED daytime running lights. The optional Amplified Black package also adds numerous black elements like the front lip spoiler, the fixed rear spoiler, rear diffuser and the exhaust pipes. The same black treatment continues on the interior.

Hit the jump to read more about the 2013 Audi TT Coupe and Roadster Black Edition.

Audi R8 V10 Limited Edition

Posted on 12.4.2012 15:00 by Kirby Garlitos Filed under: Audi | coupe | Supercars / Exotic cars | Audi R8 | special editions | China | Cars | Car Reviews | Audi

If you thought the Audi R8 China Edition was rare, then you'll be shocked to know that there's a limited-edition model that's even rarer than that. This is the Audi R8 V10 Limited Edition and, as its name suggests, Audi is only building a select number of these babies — 30 in all — for the Chinese market. To distinguish itself from the rest of the R8s out there, including the aforementioned China Edition, Audi decided to dress up the R8 Limited Edition in a unique Nordic Gold paint finish that, on looks alone, can make a serious case as a permanent color option for the R8.

Aesthetic modifications are also abound for this limited-run model, highlighted by front and rear air intakes and outlets, lightweight tailpipes, and a radiator grille that has been finished in matte black. The dress up continues with the front and rear slats. Additionally, the rear bumper, and the radiator grille surround and bars all sport a matte-titanium-grey finish. The front spoiler, side blades, fixed rear wing and the enlarged diffuser have been upgraded to carbon matte.

Inside, the R8 Limited Edition features sports bucket seats and headlining, both of which have been dressed with black Alcantara with contrasting stitching and piping, and the knee pad now comes in shark skin black with its own contrast stitching. Carbon matte, or at least inlays of it, was also used inside, particularly the A-pillar and the door pulls. To assert the limited-edition nature of this R8, the aluminum gear knob comes with a limited edition number, ranging from 1 to 33 with the numbers 4, 14, and 24 excluded from the list. Why, you ask? The number "4" equates to bad mojo for the Chinese.

Audi China has priced the R8 Limited Edition at 2,628,000 yuan, which is around $420,000 based on current exchange rates, an amount that affluent and passionate Chinese auto enthusiasts won't have trouble shelling out.

Audi AS5 Coupe by ABT Sportsline

Posted on 12.3.2012 15:00 by Kirby Garlitos Filed under: Audi | coupe | sports cars | Audi A5 | car tuning | Essen Motor Show | Cars | Car Reviews | Audi

Not one to be left out of all the fun at the 2012 Essen Motor Show, ABT Sportsline decided to join in on all the festivities by bringing a number of aftermarket programs, including one for the Audi A5 Coupe.

Visually, the AS5 Coupe is treated to a host of new aerodynamic components, which add a sportier look to the car and provide enhanced performance capabilities. From the front lip spoiler to the side skirts, the fender inserts, the rear skirt, the rear spoiler and the quad-pipe exhaust system, each of these new components are fitted to the AS5 with the goal of giving the sports car an edgier look and feel to it. Add the lowered suspension springs, coil-over kit and a set of CR or DR alloy wheels, and you have a sports coupe that's primed and ready to throw down against the field.

At the heart of ABT Sportsline's modification program is the series of performance enhancements given to the entire engine lineup. For starters, the 1.8-liter TFSI model received an output boost to 211 horsepower — up from the 170 ponies the model carried in standard guise. Then there's the 2.0 TFSI, which sees its output rise from 211 horsepower all the way up to 270 horsepower.

Not one to be left out in the cold, the AS5 2.0-liter Turbodiesel also got into the mix, as is receives a power bump from 177 horsepower to 205 horsepower. The 3.0-liter diesel variant rounds out the diesel engines by jumping from its standard 245 horsepower to a more thrilling 300 horsepower.

Finally, the most powerful AS5 of them all... The 3.0-liter gasoline engine, now packs a whopping 380 horsepower, a stout 108-horsepower increase from the standard 272 ponies.

Audi Considering R10 Diesel Supercar

Posted on 11.23.2012 12:00 by Simona Filed under: Audi | coupe | Supercars / Exotic cars | diesel cars | Audi R10 | future cars | Cars | Car News

When Audi unveiled the R8 V12 TDI concept at the 2008 Detroit Auto Show, everyone was impressed by its imposing design and hoped that the diesel supercar would find its way into Audi's lineup. Unfortunately, that didn't happen and the only V12 TDI model that remains is the Q7 SUV, which is only in the European market.

It looks like the idea isn't completely off the table yet, as rumors are afloat that Audi is indeed working on a Le Mans-inspired hybrid-diesel supercar that will sit atop its lineup. Audi insiders have suggested that this new model could be called R10 and that it may be offered as a road-going version of the R18 e-Tron quattro.

While no details have been offered on the R10's diesel engine, one thing is for sure; it won't be the V-12, as it was deemed too heavy and its 700-plus pound-feet of torque was a little much for Audi's existing line of transmissions.

Stay tuned for more details on this possible R10 supercar!

Audi F12 E Performance Prototype

Posted on 10.22.2012 14:00 by Simona Filed under: Audi | coupe | prototype | sports cars | electric cars | Audi R8 | green cars | Cars | Car Reviews | Audi

Audi has been developing the R8 E-tron in order to revolutionize the electric sports car market and now they are moving on the next phase of development by teaming up with Bosch and several institutes at the RWTH Aachen University. Together, they have developed a technology platform that is a major advance for electric mobility.

The first prototype developed on this platform is the F12 e performance - a car that looks exactly like an R8 on the outside, but is purely powered by electricity. The research car is powered by three electric motors that can be controlled separately: one located at the front axle for slow driving and two at the rear axle for higher speeds. The three electric motors develop a total of 204 HP and 405 lb-ft. of torque.

The electric motors take their power from a switchable high-voltage electrical system made from two batteries, one with 144 volts and the other with 216 volts. The voltage is provided by a DC/DC converter: 200 volts for part load and 440 volts for increased power demand.

The prototype offers four basic drive functions - Park, Reverse, Neutral and Drive - all of which can be controlled via a tablet computer that can be removed from the center console.

Audi is focused on revolutionizing the electric segment and we wouldn’t doubt if their hard work eventually pays off with a solid R8 featuring the best of electric mobility technology. As of right now, the F12 is just a research vehicle, but Audi’s electric future is a definite highlight in the industry.

Audi R8 2013 Review

The Audi R8 has been doing for quite some time at this point, since 2010 to be significantly more precise, but despite the fact that the first street version is almost 7 years old, the producer managed to maintain ones R8 fresh as a result of improving this with virtually every passing yr. Now the most current, Audi R8 2013 continues to be officially made available and by the actual looks of this, it delivers a serious range of changes as compared to the ongoing brand.First of all the revolutionary R8 comes with a 3.2 liter V8 engine increasing 430 horsepower which can go from 7 to Sixty two mph on 4.3 or more seconds.However a brand new R8 V10 As well as model will probably be available in the forthcoming featuring a Some.2 litre V10 engine within hood that could be able to produce 550 power and 398 lb-ft about torque. This is an increase involving 25 power and 8 lb-ft of torque when compared to the normal V10. Furthermore the particular V10 Plus could share a handful of carbon fiber parts with the R8 Gt bike.Nevertheless, maybe the biggest modification of all is comprised in the unique seven-speed S Tronic gearbox that manages to push the V10 from 4 to Sixty two mph in barely 3.7 seconds, even though delivering a high speed of 197 mph. This valuable gearbox applies multi-plate clutches spread behind another, a feature containing never been recently seen about the R8. The new gearbox is able to change gears very nearly without any being interrupted and that will not alone make details smoother, nevertheless it really will also expand overall performance.Your chassis has also been tampered with the help of and borrows more modern advances usually witnessed in racing motors including 2 bottle wishbones to all four wheels and also specially tuned springs and additionally shock absorbers on the R8 V10 Plus.With regard to aesthetics the revolutionary R8 stays in keeping with its predecessors but seems to brings a few new elements on the table, such as the redrawn LED car headlights and taillights, the reshaped leading grille along with bumper, in contrast to at the back we could see a latest set of around tailpipes and a more substantial diffuser.At the interior the popular model is really as generous as it ever was and includes diamond-stitched Nappa leather, quilted furniture on the seats and front door trim together with a wide range of change options that are included with piano dark finishes, carbon fibre elements and plenty of different colours. A Bang& Olufsen head unit comes as regular and the substitute list comprises things like high-beam front desk staff, cell phone prep, parking system with solving camera, car seatbelt microphone plus voice control buttons.The Audi R8 is expected to hit the European market at the end of this yr with the starting price of EUR 113,550 for the V8 Coupe, EUR 154,600 for those V10 Coupe plus EUR 124,800 Per EUR 165,800 for the V8 and also V10 Spyder respectively. Important competitors remain the same as prior to when so we could looking at the Aston Martin V12 Vantage (or V8 Outlook depending on the vehicle in the Audi), the Ferrari 458 England or the Chevy Corvette ZR1 purely to name a few.