2010 Audi R8 V10 5.2 FSI Quattro

2010 Audi R8 V10 5.2 FSI quattro

Audi R8 V10 5.2 FSI quattro is the new variant of the top of the line model. With the Audi R8, the brand has established itself at the forefront of high-end sports cars from the beginning - and now comes the Audi R8 V10. Its 5.2 liters, ten-cylinder churns to 386 kW (525 hp) and 530 Nm (390.91 lb-ft) of torque, making impressive performance. With technologies such as Audi quattro all-wheel drive, the lightweight aluminum body, all the innovative LED headlights, and its striking design, the Audi R8 V10 takes pole position against the competition.The Audi R8 V10 is the cumulative result of the expertise of Audi wins Le Mans chain. Its naturally aspirated engine combines racing technology, including dry sump lubrication with gasoline direct injection FSI. The ten-cylinder design is the perfect synthesis for maximum performance impressive, powerful pulling power, and low weight. Since 2009, this engine will also show its potential in racetracks in the world - the new Audi R8 Audi GT3 racing car is the development of equipment for the customer in accordance with the GT3.The V10 engine in the production of the sports car will be almost identical in construction to the racing version. Its displacement is 5204 cc, which offers a 6500 rpm 530 Nm (390.91 lb-ft) of torque at 8000 rpm higher power 386 kW (525 hp).The specific power is 100.9 hp per liter of displacement - and each one only has to drive CV 3.09 kilograms (6.91 pounds) in weight, the Audi R8 V10 in the version with the six-speed manual gearshift weighs only 1,620 kilograms (3,571 pounds). The engine of the accounts of 258 kilograms (569 pounds) - that only 31 kilos (68 pounds) more than the V8.The Audi R8 V10 5.2 FSI quattro rockets from zero to 100 km / h (62.14 mph) in 3.9 seconds. In the version with the change in sequence R e reaches 200 km / h (124.27 mph) in another 8.1 seconds. Even then, their power diminishes only propulsion is sufficient to reach a maximum speed of 316 kph (196.35 mph). The overwhelming strength, spontaneity and the momentum of the acceleration, the more the sound of the engine - all of these impressions come together in an impressive sports car experience. The V10 is a concert with growling low tones and powerful high notes, which grows as a great Fortissimo engine revolutions. This acceleration noise does not reach its limit of up to 8700 rpm.The 5.2 liter engine uses direct injection in accordance with the principles developed by Audi FSI. A rail system injects fuel into the combustion chamber up to 120 bar pressure. Direct injection reduces susceptibility to shocks and provides a certain amount of cooling by evaporation of fuel, which in turn supports a high compression ratio of 12.5:1. This in turn contributes to superior performance and improved fuel economy. The Audi R8 V10 R e in an average of 13.7 liters per 100 km (17.17 U.S. mpg).

For maximum dynamic low center of gravity of the engine

The refinement of the technique to ten times longer cylinders include dry sump lubrication, which allows the engine to be mounted low in the chassis. The wide angle of 90 degrees cylinders also have a low center of gravity. The casing is a high strength aluminum alloy castings produced in a complex process. The rods are of forged steel, aluminum pistons. All four camshafts are driven by the chain and each can be adjusted through 42 degrees. This provides a wide latitude in controlling the valve timing. In combination with the straight lines flow optimized the intake manifold, this improves the load in the range of speeds.The Audi R8 V10 5.2 FSI quattro is a six-speed transmission. A precise and smooth shifting manual transmission comes as standard equipment. Electronics sequential R is available as an option. The gearshift has a high tech feel real - with rocker switches on the steering wheel and the shorter travel time is generally less than one tenth of a second. When the driver is the launch of the Control Program by clicking a button, the Audi R8 V10 off in a fiery start with fast electronic tire slip - with both the R and the electronic manual transmission.One factor contributing to the broad initiative of the traction and safety of driving the Audi R8 V10 during the competition is quattro all-wheel drive - which is the superior technology, particularly for high performance sports car. Four-wheel power grab more than two. Allowing the driver to step on the gas when it goes before a curve. It is not only traction that benefits, but also the dynamics and transverse stability.

44 to 56 percent - the ideal distribution of axle load

The Audi R8 chassis offers dynamic and surprising levels of comfort over long distances. This high-performance sports car from Audi eagerly answered any direction instant action easily achieve lateral acceleration of up to 1.2 grams, and handles any situation with excellent driving safety. Mid-engine design provides an ideal distribution of axle load of 44 to 56 percent.Aluminum wheel double wishbones front and rear suspensions - a classic racing technology - have been optimized for a neutral self-steering characteristics. Even more than in the eight-cylinder A8, this configuration is designed for maximum performance. 19-inch wheels fitted with a display of tire-pressure monitoring are standard. His 10-S spoke exclusively designed for the Audi R8 V10. Tire sizes 235/35 front and 295/30 rear.The car has a shock of high-end technology as standard: Audi magnetic ride adapts to the characteristics of the suspension in milliseconds to the nature of the road surface and driving style. Suspended in the oil shocks are small magnetic particles when a voltage is applied, reorganize so that reduce the flow of oil through the valves.In the Audi R8 V10, the deceleration is provided by a very muscular braking system - eight pistons at the front and four in the rear to capture the brake disks, which are ventilated and drilled to ensure the free transfer of heat. The brake discs on the front axle has a diameter of 380 millimeters (15), covering the rear discs 356 millimeters (14).The Audi R8 V10 5.2 FSI quattro is available with an optional ceramic brake discs which are made of a composite material that contains high-strength carbon fibers and abrasion-resistant silicon carbide. These are especially light, their combined weight is nine kilograms (19.84 pounds) less than the weight of equivalent steel discs. Ceramic brakes can easily cope with the demands of the toughest races, it does not corrode and have a service life typical of 300,000 kilometers (186,400 miles). Their attachments are painted charcoal gray and emblazoned with the words "Audi ceramic."

Typically Audi, Sharp curved lines and an elegant roof

The wide, full shape of the Audi R8 V10 5.2 FSI quattro appear to hug the road. The proportions and muscular wheel wells prominent highlight its potential. The style of high precision of the lines and the elegant curve of the roof is typical of Audi. A continuous optical contour connects the front wheel wells, side and rear. Situated well forward, the cabin is visually half the engine design. The vertical air tablespoons (sideblades) on the sides are also indicative of the location of the engine. The massive gas layer of aluminum is mounted flush in the right sideblade.The design of the Audi R8 has already impressed experts, as evidenced by the double victory in the "World Car of the Year Awards 2008." In the ten-cylinder model, the style has deepened further.The front air intake, which feed air coolers, and the lip of the front apron painted in glossy black. The number of crossed keys has been reduced from four to two. The fins of a single frame of the grill with a striking chrome finish.A most distinctive feature of the Audi R8 V10 are all LED headlights as standard equipment. Audi is the first automaker to use LEDs for high beam, low beam, daytime running lights and turn signals. Each lighthouse includes 54 high-technology, these light sources. With a color temperature of 6000 degrees Kelvin LED light resembles daylight, which is less tiring for the eyes in night driving. Other advantages include bright LED lighting, low energy consumption, and a virtually unlimited shelf life.Special details also distinguish the body of the Audi R8 V10. His sideblades are more pronounced than in the eight-cylinder version. The side sills are more striking and larger exhaust vents in the rear windows look of aluminum. Through the large rear window, the ten-cylinder is clearly visible on his technique consummate beauty.When in motion, the Audi high-performance sports car creates a burden that keeps it firmly in contact with the road - thanks to a rear spoiler that deploys automatically at 100 km / h and fully enclosed the bottom, ending abruptly in a hike - curves diffuser. The dominant color in the back is glossy black, including the configuration of the LED tail lights. The vents in the rear also have only two crossed keys, and the exhaust system and ending with two large oval exhaust pipes.

Audi sets the example - in body weight and stiffness

The body of a sports car should be particularly light and rigid. Audi meets these requirements with the technology of the Audi Space Frame (ASF) and its high-tech aluminum construction. The body-on-white Audi R8 V10 engine which includes a lightweight magnesium frame, weighs only 210 kilograms (463 pounds), and the quality of its lightweight design - the ratio of weight to the torsional rigidity - is the best sports car in the segment. The body is composed profile extrusions, sheet aluminum castings shield very complex, all linked by 99 meters (325 feet) beads, rivets 782, and 308 special screws.The interior of the Audi R8 V10 offers a unique career in the level of luxury. Its dominant feature is called monoposto - a broad arc that contains the wheel and the cabin. As always in an Audi, the workforce is of the highest quality. The surfaces of the dashboard and doors are lined with fine materials and decorated with precisely stitched decorative seams. Many personalization solutions available: Audi supplies leather in a wide range of colors, packages of carbon and a piano lacquer finish, or a tailor-made set of luggage. quattro GmbH, which has developed and is producing the Audi R8 V10 also offers solutions for non-conventional.The useful life of the Audi R8 V10 is based in part on its spacious interior made possible by the long wheelbase of 2.65 meters (8.69 feet). Drivers and passengers of any size, you'll find a perfect sitting position. The visibility is also surprisingly good. Slender pillars hinged obliquely forward optimize the field of vision. Another advantage for a daily use is the trunk: 100 liters (3.53 cubic feet) fit under the front hood, other 90 liters (3.18 cubic feet) can be stowed behind the seats. There is also room for two golf bags.The Audi R8 V10 5.2 FSI quattro combines its colossal performance with a generous complement of standard equipment. Highlights heating Fine Nappa leather seats, a driver information system, the navigation system plus and the sound of Bang & Olufsen system with deluxe automatic air conditioning and an alarm system. The instruments and knob of the gear rings are decorated with red, the footrest and rocker switches are an electronics R aluminum finish.The options list includes other attractive features - such as the Audi parking system advanced with rearview camera and its many Audi Exclusive customization options. Several packages of leather with a touch of luxury, while the seats of the Audi exclusive program that a high degree of concentration in the atmosphere of racing Audi R8 V10.The Audi R8 V10 5.2 FSI quattro will run in Germany in the second quarter of 2009 at a base price of 142,400 euros.

2010 Audi R8 V10 5.2 FSI Quattro