Audi R8 Spyder GT (2011) The First Official Photos

Guten Tag again this week, Audi R8 Spyder GT. Audi continues its niche filling methods now provide natural air conditioning and increased exposure to UV for drivers to cut its high-performance GT R8.

Audi R8 Spyder GT: now added rooflessness

The original R8 GT launched in 2010 as a special edition R8 V10 light, and only 333 were produced. The R8 Spyder GT takes up the issue of GT-stripped out, offering a saving of 85 kg of weight over the standard V10 R8 Spyder. Engine cover carbon fiber bumpers and spoilers savings account on the standard weight 5.5kgs Spyder, but a heavy 31.5 kg of weight gain has come to change the standard chairs lightweight racing buckets. The rest of the wine weight loss of lighter components in the drivetrain and interior.

5.2-liter V10 producing 552bhp in R8 Spyder GT, up to the level 518bhp V10 soft-top. Acceleration decreases accordingly, with the 0-62 mph time of 3.8 seconds (down from 4.1sec). You suffer a clutch S-Tronic gearbox, however, which is standard on the R8 GT.

Inside, you get an interior covered with black Alcantara, but if the dead cow from inside your trim choices are then nappa leather on the options list. It would not be easy without interior carbon fiber special trim that goes around the driver's area. bucket seats, carbon fiber and carbon matte trim on the list of choices.

When I get my hands on R8 Spyder GT?

Call Audi dealer, fast, but beware: R8 Spyder GT is just another 333 points, and is only 66 right hand drive versions available in the UK. prices in the United Kingdom have not yet announced, but the base price in Germany out of a steep £ 184,300. But it's OK - Georg R8 V10 coupe Manual Kacheri rates of a handful of series, and are a comparative bargain at £ 109,900.

[review]2011 Audi R8 Convertible – Just Can’t Get Better Than This

A lot of you would’ve dreamt of owing an Audi R8 after seeing “Iron Man” (we know, after owning the Iron Man suit off course) or “Date Night”, and we are saying that because we dreamt of it, and are not shy of admitting it. The simple reason for this is the immaculate Hollywood styling of the Audi R8 Spyder, with its wide body, hypnotic LED running lights, smooth clamshell and low height. And just when we thought that we just had our dream car, Audi has launched the Convertible version of their R8 Spyder in the form of their 2011 Audi R8 Convertible.



The good thing with the R8 Convertible is that unlike some of the other Convertibles that we’ve seen in market, the 2011 Audi R8 Convertible has also got increase in power for its 5.2 ltr V10 engine, which now generates maximum power of 525 hp. The best thing that we like about the Audi R8 Convertible is its ability to handle corners. The car comes with an all-wheel-drive system, which further is complemented by a lightweight chassis. All this makes it a Supercar, that won’t want you to be Bruce Wayne to drive it heroically. Now, some might say that the effortless nature of the R8 convertible makes it comparatively less involving like its rear-wheel-drive rivals such as Porsche 911 or the Aston Martin V8 Vantage, but we’ll say that there definitely is something to be said for the comfort of vast AWD traction.

The best thing here is that the 2011 Audi R8 Convertible also is a rather good value, so whether you go for the 4.2 ltr V8 engine of the car or the 5.2 ltr V10 engine, you will end up getting a car that that will be a straight rival for the more expensive exotic supercars such as the Lamborghini Gallardo, which is also powered by the same V10. And now it comes with the same striking styling, and the cut-no-corners workmanship, that you expect from a landed gentry sports car, but only for a lower price.




But, Yes, there is a “but” here also, and that is, if you are expecting this exotic two-seater to take you and your someone special one on a long road trip, then you will be disappointed with the 2011 Audi R8 Convertible. The simple reason for this is the limited space of the car and really small space backside the seats, which isn’t helpful either. Even the navigation system of the vehicle is a tad clumsy to use and the elective R tronic automated manual transmission of the car is a tad clumsy at low down speed. But if these are none of your concern, then the 2011 Audi R8 definitely is just the perfect car for you.

What’s New for 2011 Audi R8 Convertible?

If you ever wished that Audi R8 shouldn’t have a roof, then the guys at Audi have answered your prayers in the form of 2011 Audi R8 Convertible. The R8 Convertible is a sports car from Ingolstadt, which enters the market with an increase in output power for its 4.2 ltr V8 engine by 10 hp.

Body Styling and features:

The 2011 Audi R8 Convertible is an exotic two-seat Supercar, which comes with two engine choices of 4.2 and 5.2 ltr V8 engine.
The standard equipment for the 2011 Audi R8 Convertible includes LED running lights, adaptative suspension dampers, automatic climate control, 19 in wheels, robotic xenon headlights, controller, leather and faux suede leather upholstery, heated 8 way power seats (having 4-way power-changeable lumbar), Bluetooth, a 7 speaker sound system having 6 CD changer, auto-dimming car mirror, satellite radio and auxiliary audio jack.

Under The Hood
The 2011 Audi R8 Convertible could be obtained either with a 4.2 ltr V8 engine or a 5.2 ltr V10 engine. The 4.2 ltr engine generates maximum power of 430 hp and 317 lbs-ft of maximum torque. The standard drive system here is an all-wheel-drive system. The engine here is paired with 6 speed standard transmission which also has a gated metal shifter this also is standard transmission here. The optional transmission although is an R tronic. The R8 4.2 sprinted from 0 to 60 mph in 4.5 secs, for both its transmission.

The R8 convertible powered by a 5.2 ltr V10 engine generates maximum power of 525 horsepower and 391 pounds-feet of maximum torque. The Audi R8 ltr engine also has the same transmission alternatives as seen with the 4.2 ltr coupe. The 0 to 60 timings for the 5.2 is of 3.7 sec.

Safety Equipments:

The standard safety equipments for the 2011 Audi R8 Convertible include side airbags, knee airbags, antilock disc brakes and stability control. Some other optional equipment here includes rear and front parking detectors and a rearview camera.

Verdict:

The 2011 Audi R8 Convertible is the Convertible version of the Audi R8 and the car comes with the same V8 or V10 engine and also offers the same impressive capabilities. The car with roof was irresistible, and now that the roof is gone, its just one deals that you surely won’t want to miss.

Audi embraced the iPhone and iPad Users

Audi AG via the sports division tried to get closer to the consumer iPhone and iPad with two interactive applications through the two arenas. So racing fans DTM and Le Mans Intercontinental Cup (ILMC) can access all sorts of information related to Audi of course.

The first application named "Audi Sport" is the latest version of the previous (launched 2010) can be downloaded free through the application store on line. Contents, one of which related to the debut of the Audi R18 TDI in the arena ILMC in Spa, Belgium, earlier this May. "In a report last year's racing season, information related to the images, sound and video into the standard content of this application. Total 40,000 downloads can be owned by users of the iPhone and iPad free," said an official statement as reported by Audi autoevolution (05/05/2011).



In this application there are also some new function called "Live Ticker" that shows the current tensions driver behind the wheel. Then, there are 360 ??degree images of cars racing, the introduction of an interactive circuit and wallpapers.





The second application named, "Audi Express". A bag contains reviews racing information every week and the events behind the scenes that is not published, either in the DTM and ILMC. The application also can be enjoyed free of charge consumers. Thus, users of the iPhone and iPad, wait no more, staying just download it now!

Audi R8 V10 2011

When the Audi R8 was first introduced in 2007, many observers argued a more powerful motor might be needed to unlock the true potential of the car. Fast-forward a few years, and a considerably more powerful R8 is a reality.

Powered by a Lamborghini-sourced V10, the latest R8 sends 525 horsepower to all four wheels thanks to a sophisticated quattro all-wheel-drive system. The car was introduced to the public at the 2009 North American International Auto Show in Detroit.




Though sporting two more cylinders and a little more grunt mid-ship, V10-powered R8 doesn't feature too many visual differences from its V8 sibling.

More air is fed to the ten-cylinder through larger side scoops, which jut out sharply from the body-side, adding a more aggressive stance to go with its increased power. The lower side sill also get an extra flare which runs along the wheelbase, adding further visual cues that this is the true uber-Audi. The changes are subtle enough to be obvious only to those in-the-know, thus keeping the R8's clean lines as uncluttered as possible.
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