2012 Audi R8 GT 2dr All-Wheel Drive quattro Coupe

Overview

The Audi R8 is the company's first mid-engine super car. It is designed with extreme performance in mind and with other high end sports cars in its sights. The R8 is loosely based off of the Lamborghini Gallardo platform, and is powered by either a 420-hp 4.2-liter V-8 engine borrowed from the RS4, or the 5.2-liter V-10 borrowed from the Gallardo, making 525-hp in this application. Both engines are available in either coupe or convertible (Spyder) form. A full-time quattro all-wheel drive system puts that power to the ground and a choice between either a 6-speed manual transmission or an R-tronic automated sequential manual transmission give the driver full control. Standard features include things like satellite radio, Alcantara/leather sport seats, 19-inch alloy wheels, and bi-xenon headlights (full LED headlights on the 5.2). Options include a rearview camera, hill hold assist, navigation system and a Bang & Olufsen audio system. For 2012, a new lightweight limited edition GT model has been added to the line-up. It packs a 560-hp 5.2 V-10, R-tronic transmission and a generous amount of carbon fiber for weight reduction. Only 90 units of each bodystyle will be available in the US.