Audi R8 GT Spyder confirmed for next-year launch

April 11, 2011April 11, 2011 Omar Rana Audi R8, Audi R8 Convertible, Audi R8 GT, Audi R8 GT Spyder, Audi R8 Spyder, Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI quattro, Convertibles, R8, Sports Cars, Supercars

When the Audi R8 originally made its debut, we thought it was the perfect car from the brand to feature a lot of special-edition models like Porsche’s 911. Well, Audi is doing just that. Following the debut of the Audi R8 GT, the company has now confirmed plans to launch a lightweight GT version of the R8 Spyder in early 2012.

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Power is likely to come from the same setup in the Audi R8 GT, which is powered by a modified version of the 5.2L V10 making 560-hp (an increase of 35-hp) and a peak torque of 398.28 lb-ft. Top speed will come in at 193 instead of 198.84 like the coupe since it will be a convertible.

Also like the Audi R8 GT, production is expected to be limited to 333 units. You can expect a full public debut of the Audi R8 GT Spyder at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show in September.

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– By: Omar Rana

Source: AutoCar

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