Tag Archives: Audi R8 Spyder

Video: 2010 Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI quattro in Action

Posted: Sep 18, 2009
Filed under: 2010 Releases, Audi, Videos
Video: 2010 Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI quattro in Action

The curtain has closed on the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show; however, the top still remains down on the 2010 Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI quattro. Check out these two latest videos (after the jump) from Audi of the new R8 Spyder in action.
Refresher: Power comes from a 5.2L FSI direct-injected V10 making 525-hp and a [...]

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2009 Frankfurt: Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI quattro officially drops its top in Frankfurt

Posted: Sep 15, 2009
Filed under: 2010 Releases, Audi, Auto Shows
2009 Frankfurt: Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI quattro officially drops its top in Frankfurt

- Key Competitors: Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 Spyder, Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet and Ferrari California.
- Engine: 5.2L FSI direct-injected V10 – 525-hp/391 lb-ft of torque.
- Transmission: 6-speed manual standard – available 6-speed R tronic automatic.
- Performance: 0 to 62 mph in 4.1 seconds with a top speed of 194 mph.
- Pricing: 156,400 euros ($228,588 USD); [...]

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Audi R8 Spyder leaked ahead of Frankfurt unveiling

Posted: Sep 10, 2009
Filed under: Audi, Auto Shows
Audi R8 Spyder leaked ahead of Frankfurt unveiling

With the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show just days away, we can expect to see a lot of photos being leaked before a vehicle’s scheduled debut during press days next week. Today, we bring you leaked photos of the much anticipated Audi R8 Spyder.
Technical details have yet to be revealed but judging by the rear of [...]

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Miscellaneous Thoughts: Tony Stark spied driving Audi R8 Spyder, first Tata Nano delivered

Posted: Jul 17, 2009
Filed under: Audi, Chrysler, GM, Hybrids, Green News, Industry News, Miscellaneous Thoughts, Spy Shots/Renderings, Tata Motors
Miscellaneous Thoughts: Tony Stark spied driving Audi R8 Spyder, first Tata Nano delivered

Tony Stark spied driving Audi R8 Spyder: Tony Stark (aka Iron Man) was spied driving to work in his brand new Audi R8 Spyder, which will make its official debut at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show. Power comes from a 525-hp V10 taking the R8 Spyder from 0 to 62 mph in 4.1 seconds with [...]

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Rumor: Audi R8 electric concept coming to Frankfurt in Sept.

Posted: May 27, 2009
Filed under: Audi, Auto Shows, Hybrids, Green News
Rumor: Audi R8 electric concept coming to Frankfurt in Sept.

At the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show, Audi will unveil a concept version of its upcoming Q3 crossover and the drop-top version of its R8 supercar.
According to Auto Motor und Sport , Audi is also planning an electric concept version, or ‘e-version,’ of the R8 supercar. No word yet on whether the car will carry a [...]

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Audi R8 Convertible confirmed for 2011 debut

Posted: Apr 30, 2009
Filed under: Audi

Audi sources have confirmed that the Stuttgart automaker will introduce a convertible version of the R8 supercar in 2011.
Sources told WhatCar? that the Audi R8 Spyder will have a full-length soft-top convertible roof. However, Audi has yet to confirm whether the R8 convertible will use the V8 or the 528-hp V10 engine from the R8’s current [...]

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Audi R8 V10 coming to Detroit, convertible R8 will arrive in the U.S. by 2010

Posted: Dec 02, 2008
Filed under: Audi, Auto Shows

With many automakers yanking their presence at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show, Cobo may seem like a boring place to be next month. However a handful of debuts will make attending the show worthwhile. According to CARandDRIVER, the 2010 Audi R8 V10 will make its debut next month in Detroit and will be followed by [...]

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