Audi has released the pricing information on the 2010 Audi R8 and the 2010 Audi R8 5.2 V10 FSI quattro. Certified Audi dealerships will be getting the R8 5.2 FSI quattro later this week with prices starting at $146,000 (excluding $1,200 destination charge, taxes, title, options and dealer charges) for the manual model and $155,100 for the R8 5.2 FSI quattro with the R-tronic.

Power comes from a 5.2L V10 producing a total of 525-hp with a maximum torque of 391 lb-ft. 0 to 60 mph comes in just 3.7 seconds with a top speed of 196 mph.

Unchanged from the 2009 model-year pricing, the V8 2010 Audi R8 4.2 FSI will start at $114,200 with a manual and $123,300 with the R-tronic.

Make the jump for the high-res image gallery and the press release for more details.

2010 Audi R8 5.2 V10 FSI quattro:

Press Release:

Audi announces U.S. 2010 model-year prices for its Audi R8 sports cars, including the V10-powered R8 5.2 FSI quattro

- Base MSRP on the all-new Audi R8 V10 model starts at $146,000
- Strong interest in the Audi R8 5.2 FSI quattro drives early shipment to certified Audi R8 dealerships this week
- MSRP on the V8-powered Audi R8 4.2 FSI quattro models remain unchanged from 2009 model-year pricing

HERNDON, Va., Jul 23, 2009 – Audi today announced that the U.S. manufacturer’s suggested retail price for the highly anticipated 2010 Audi R8 5.2 FSI quattro V10 sports car will start at $146,000, with shipments to authorized Audi R8 dealerships across the country beginning this week.

Audi said the MSRP for the 2010 Audi R8 4.2 FSI quattro will start at $114,200, unchanged from the base prices for 2009 models:

2010 R8 5.2 FSI® quattro® (V10) pricing (excluding $1,200 destination charge, taxes, title, options and dealer charges):

R8 5.2 FSI quattro coupe (manual) $146,000
R8 5.2 FSI quattro coupe (R tronic) $155,100

2010 R8 4.2 FSI® quattro® (V8) pricing (excluding $1,200 destination charge, taxes, title, options and dealer charges):
R8 4.2 FSI quattro coupe (manual) $114,200
R8 4.2 FSI quattro coupe (R tronic) $123,300

The addition of the R8 V10 adds new levels of power to a sports car already renowned for delivering premium comfort uncommon in its class without performance compromises. The 10-cylinder 525 hp engine is the same power plant found in the R8 LMS GT3 racecar and is capable of delivering breathtaking performance. The Audi R8 5.2 FSI quattro delivers 391 lb-ft of torque and achieves a 0-60 mph time of just 3.7 seconds.

Anticipation has been building for the U.S. introduction of the R8 V10. Today, the first two 2010 Audi R8 5.2 FSI quattro models available in the U.S. were delivered to the two winning bidders from the 2009 Boca Raton Concours d’ Elegance charity auction held in February to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County, Fla. The two winning bids raised a combined $850,000 for the charity, with the top bidder paying a record $500,000 for the new 2010 R8 V10, the highest amount ever paid for a new Audi vehicle in the U.S.

Since its U.S. launch in September 2007, demand has remained strong for the V8-powered R8 4.2 FSI quattro featuring 420 hp and 317 lb-ft of torque. The hand-assembled R8 V10, developed by the Audi high-performance division, quattro GmbH, receives unique exterior features as standard equipment. Chief among these: innovative full-LED headlights, a world’s first. The Audi R8 5.2 FSI quattro also receives new 19-inch Y-design forged aluminum alloy wheels with summer performance tires, sideblades with larger air intakes, front grille with chrome-optic accents, unique rocker panel shaping, dual oval rear exhaust tips, “V10″ front fender badges and instrument cluster labeling, unique front and rear sections along with a larger rear diffuser all finished in high-gloss black.

Other R8 5.2 FSI quattro standard equipment highlights include rear-biased quattro all-wheel drive, Audi magnetic ride, Audi Navigation plus with 3D graphics and real time traffic, 465-watt Bang & Olufsen Sound System®, 6-disc CD changer, Bluetooth® telephone preparation, SIRIUS satellite radio®, Audi parking system plus with rearview camera and 10-way power heated sport seats. Sepang Blue pearl effect will be offered as an optional R8 V10 exclusive exterior color.

“The R8 is a proven worldwide success story for Audi,” said Johan de Nysschen, President, Audi of America. “The positive effects of the vehicle on dealers, customers, and Audi fans alike have exceeded all expectations. The addition of the V10-powered R8 5.2 FSI quattro adds further equity into the already sought-after R8 nameplate and the Audi brand.”

The R8 is one of four Audi models currently built with the revolutionary ASF® chassis, a technology that Audi has mastered in more than a decade of experience. ASF is customized by model, including its application with the A8 and TT Coupe and Roadster models. The framework of an ASF body consists of extruded aluminum sections and pressure castings. The aluminum chassis and sheet metal are just as strong as steel, but lighter to boost performance and efficiency. This frame carries the sheet aluminum elements, for example the roof panel, which are rigidly connected to it and help to withstand loads on the body. The elements of ASF are varied in shape and cross-section, depending on the tasks they have to perform. Like the bones of a human skeleton, they combine optimal function with low weight. The ASF application on the Audi R8 offers extremely high torsional rigidity, light weight and high strength for optimal performance characteristics.

All R8 models are produced in Neckarsulm, Baden Württemberg, Germany along with the aluminum A8 model. Audi is continuing to shape the future in lightweight design and elsewhere too. Inaugurated in 1994, the Aluminum and Lightweight Design Center in Neckarsulm, Germany employs more than 120 specialists to work on new joining techniques, body structures, materials and construction techniques. They also look into the use of high-strength and ultra-high-strength grades of steel. In the area of fiber composites, Audi also acts as an innovative pioneer and trend-setter by leveraging its significant racetrack experience and success to test advanced compenent concepts under extreme conditions prior to implementation on its road vehicles.

Audi expects to release 2010 pricing and model year changes for the remainder of its lineup within the next few weeks.

- By: Omar Rana

Waiting for the next season of Top Gear? Well, there’s just one day until it starts but to keep us patient and busy in the meantime, Fifth Gear’s Johnny Smith is bring us his review of the new 2010 Audi R8 5.2 V10 FSI quattro.

Refresher: Power comes from a 5.2L V10 producing a total of 528-hp. Mated to a R-tronic transmission the R8 5.2 V10 FSI quattro goes from 0 to 60 mph comes in just 3.9 seconds with a top speed of 196 mph.

Click through for the video.

2010 Audi R8 5.2 V10 FSI quattro:

2010 Audi R8 5.2 V10 FSI quattro:

- By: Omar Rana

Remember the first unit of the 2010 Audi R8 V10 and the Ferrari California that were being auctioned at the Boca Raton Concours d” Elegance in Florida? Wonder how much each unit went for?

Host, Howie Mandell helped auction of the first unit of the 2010 Audi R8 5.2 V10 FSI for a total of $500,000. That is well above the car’s sticker price of $180,000 (we’re not sure if that is official price set by Audi for the US-spec model). The Ferrari California, on the other hand, didn’t bring in much selling for total of $350,000, which is $125,000 over its $225,000 sticker price.

Together both cars helped raise more than $1 million for the Boys and Girls Clubs of Broward County.

2010 Audi R8 5.2 V10 FSI quattro:

Source: AutoWeek

While the 2010 Audi R8 5.2 V10 FSI isn’t confirmed to come to the stateside, the first unit of the car will be auctioned off at the Boca Raton Concours d’ Elegance. The new V10 powered R8 will be joined by the first unit of the Ferrari California (for the U.S. at least).

Despite the current economic situation, both cars are expected to draw a significant bid. Proceeds from the auction will go to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County. Deal Or No Deal and Howie Do It star Howie Mandell will be on hand to auction off the two cars and we expect him to say “deal or no deal” at the end of the auction.

Check out the Boca Raton Concours d’ Elegance site for more info.

Refresher:
2010 Audi R8 5.2 V10 FSI: Power comes from a 5.2L V10 producing a total of 528-hp. Mated to a R-tronic transmission the R8 5.2 V10 FSI quattro goes from 0 to 60 mph comes in just 3.9 seconds with a top speed of 196 mph.

Ferrari California: Powered by a 4.3L V8 making 460 horsepower mated to a 7-speed dual clutch transmission. 0-60 comes in just under 4 seconds with a top speed of 193mph.

Make the jump for the high-res image gallery of both cars.

2010 Audi R8 5.2 V10 FSI quattro:

Ferrari California:

Over the weekend we brought you a video of the 2010 Audi R8 5.2 V10 FSI quattro in action along with a bunch of new images. However, the press release had no mention of the car’s stateside availability. When asked by Inside Line when the much anticipated high-performance V10 R8 will come to the U.S., Audi said that it isn’t in the plan just yet.

“The 5.2 FSI isn’t yet fully confirmed for U.S.A.,” Audi of America spokesman Christian Bokich told Inside Line in an email. “Arrival wouldn’t be expected before the first half of 2010.”

The V10 R8 goes on sale in Germany in the second quarter of 2009.

Click through for the high-res image gallery.

2010 Audi R8 5.2 V10 FSI quattro:

Source: Inside Line

We saw the 2010 Audi R8 5.2 V10 FSI at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show and now Audi has just dropped a load of new images and a video of the supercar in action.

Refresher: Power comes from a 5.2L V10 from the Gallardo LP560-4 giving it a total of 528-hp. Mated to a R-tronic transmission the R8 5.2 V10 FSI quattro goes from 0 to 60 mph comes in just 3.9 seconds with a top speed of 196 mph. Fuel-economy is estimated at 17 mpg.

Make sure you turn up the volume before you head over after the jump to watch the video.

Click through for the video and the updated high-res image gallery.

2010 Audi R8 5.2 V10 FSI quattro:

2010 Audi R8 5.2 V10 FSI quattro in Action: