Audi Ultra technology is the key to the weight of the Audi R8 GT Spyder 1640 only kilos (3, 615. 58). It is 85 kg (187. 39 pounds), less than its technical base, the R8 Spyder 5. 2 FSI quattro. The body of the Audi Space Frame (ASF), composed of cast and extruded profiles of aluminium and panels, node represents only 214 kilograms (471. 79 pounds) of total weight. The body is essentially hand mounted on the R8 in Neckarsulm factory. Final assembly of the car is produced in the same way.
The structure of the engine is made of lightweight magnesium; There are a lot of time in which they cover reupholstered and large panels in the back are made of reinforced carbon fiber polymer (CFRP). CFRP is used also for front spoiler, rear, fixed and new bumper spoiler. Together, these components provide a weight of 5. 5 kg (12. 13 lbs).
Visual changes will strengthen the style of the Audi R8 GT Spyder. This is part of the complement of grey titanium on the contrary, a tab on the front with double lip, connected to the side seals of the GT bumper red insignia, round exhaust to escape, an enlarged diffuser and dark tail lights in glass design clear. Audi provides a framework of optional windshield CFRP on carpet.
In the classic mode of Audi, Audi R8 GT Spyder has an extremely quiet and totally suitable for highway cruising lightweight fabric soft top roof. Its electro drive brings up or down in 19 seconds, even at speeds of up to 50 km/h (31. 07 mph). Expandable rear glass is immersed in the bulkhead separating the slack. Integrates the bulkhead is a device consisting of prestressing system protection two plates.
Prodigious power: kinematic chain
The performance offered by the top of the new line family model R8 are formidable. The V10 5. 2 liters, with an aluminum base draws its fuel in a FSI direct injection system. Lubrication dry sump ensures a reliable supply of oil even under maximum lateral or linear acceleration.
With its engine electronic management for a long time produces 540 Nm (398. 28 lb-ft) of torque at 6500 rpm and his departure is 412 kW (560 HP). Each unit of energy has only 2. 93 kg (6. 46 lbs) to move.
Audi R8 GT Spyder catapults from 0 to 100 km/h (62. 14 mph) in 3. 8 seconds and reaches a top speed of 317 km/h (196. 97 mph). In all cases, the engine impresses by its momentum and its bite – and its undeniable ten cylinder Audi.
Audi R8 GT Spyder comes as standard with a six speed r tronic automatic transmission with two fully automatic modes. In manual mode, the driver may return through the use of palettes the steering wheel or joystick kicks. High load and power on the rise, changes in speed will have only a tenth of a second. Launch control program manages sprint home with high speed and the accuracy of the mechanism of tire slip control.
Traction permanent quattro has a rear wheel bias, given by the distribution of the burden of axis. If the situation requires it, the system sends additional torque to the front axle. In parallel with the rear limited slip differential, it provides an additional measure of stability, traction and velocity curves, giving a strong ahead of the competition of rear wheel drive.
The suspension is also unmatched in their performance. Double wheels of aluminium and address search for draughts rack – offers an intimate contact with the road. Stretched tuning reduces the body by 10 mm (0. 39). The high-performance sports has opened wheels 19-inch tyres 235/35 in 295 home/30 and back. The disks of slow light, large carbon fiber ceramic brakes the car with Supreme ease. The ESP stabilization program has a sport mode and can also disable completely.
Comfort: Interior and equipment
Great attention to detail is evident in the performance at work and materials in the car. Schema design controls is logically structured. The two open seats offers a spacious interior and its front-end can accommodate up to 100 liters (3. 53 cubic feet) of cargo. Rear bulkhead is home to three compartments for storage of information.
The Interior is black and can be decorated with stitching in a choice of titanium gray or Crimson additional refinement. Alcantara upholstery comes orientation estándar-deporte wheel and frame of the windscreen, too.
Audi also offers a quality of fine nappa leather. Many details, including white dials and logos R8 GT-provide elegant accents. The distinctive “monoposto, ” a grande arche R8 laps in the driver’s cabin, is composed of Matt CFRP.
Ultra Audi does not require any sacrifice by the Audi R8 GT Spyder owners. Standard equipment includes headlights, tail lights brought an automatic air-conditioning, navigation system of plu, alarm and system to the driver with an integrated information system laptimer.
Audi also offers a sophisticated system and Bang and Olufsen a Bluetooth interface, including a microphone to the transport belt in a telephone conversation correctly. R8 GT-specific options include compounds of carbon, applications of CFRP chassis flat and logos embroidered in fabric bucket seats.
Audi R8 GT Spyder will cost EUR 207 800 base of Germany.