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Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI quattro

525 hp | 530 NM | 1,800 kg

217.9 km/h | n.a. g (transverse) | n.a. g (longitudinal)

2:14,6

SHORT CHARACTERISTICS
In the Audi R8 Spyder, the 525 hp V10 engine that also powers its Italian brother, the Lamborghini Gallardo LP 560-4, provides an open-air concert of a special kind. But the luxury sports car also cuts a fine figure on the racetrack.

TEST CONDITIONS

  • Weather: 15°, dry
  • Car occupancy Persons: 2

Test values

  • Lap time Pannonia Ring: 2:14.6 min
  • Top speed: 217.9 km/h

DEVIATIONS FROM SERIES
KW3 coilover suspension
flap exhaust
20" tires

Technology

  • Engine / cylinder / capacity: petrol / V10 / 5.204 ccm
  • Rated power: 525 hp at 8,000 rpm
  • Max. Torque: 530 Nm
  • Engine design: Direct injection
  • Drive / Transmission: All-wheel drive / 6-speed R tronic
  • Unladen weight: 1,800 kg
  • Power to weight ratio: 3.43 kg/hp
  • Tires: CONTINENTAL ContiSportContact - 20"

MILEAGE (FACTORY SPECIFICATIONS)

  • Top speed: 313 km/h
  • 0-100 km/h: 4.1 sec

LIST PRICE
from EUR 218.800,--

Markos Statement

The R8 surprised me very positively, as the body is unexpectedly stiff for a Spyder. The handling is extremely neutral and the Audi can basically be driven like a rear-wheel drive car despite all-wheel drive, i.e. it can be "steered" with the throttle but has the traction advantage of four driven wheels when it matters. Unfortunately, five-year-old tires were mounted on the test vehicle, which could not build up optimal grip, so that the Spyder could not play out this advantage 100% and had to admit defeat under value. The seats offer many adjustment options and the ergonomics fit, as well as the paddles on the steering wheel, which move along and I personally prefer to fixed mounted... The R tronic basically shifts cleanly and also gives intermediate throttle when downshifting, so there is no drag torque. The brake is finely controllable and decelerates well, in combination with the late-acting ABS and an engine that always has sufficient power, a total package that makes quite fun on the racetrack.  

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