Audi R8 II LMS 5.2 FSI V10 (585 Hp)
Audi R8:
The Audi R8 is a mid-engine, 2-seater sports car, which uses Audi's trademark quattro permanent all-wheel drive system. It was introduced by the German car manufacturer Audi AG in 2006. Production ended in the first quarter of 2024.
The car is exclusively designed, developed, and manufactured by Audi AG's private subsidiary company manufacturing high performance automotive parts, Audi Sport GmbH , and was inspired by the Lamborghini Gallardo albeit the second generation is built using the Huracán platform. The fundamental construction of the R8 is based on the Audi Space Frame, and uses an aluminium monocoque which is built using space frame principles. The car is built by Audi Sport GmbH in a newly renovated factory at Audi's 'aluminium site' at Neckarsulm in Germany. At the time it was introduced in 2006, the R8 became the first production car with full-LED headlamps....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II LMS Overview:
Audi R8 (II LMS). With 550 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1225 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • High-performance engine delivering 585 hp.
- • Rear-wheel drive layout for enhanced handling and balance.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Direct fuel injection technology for optimized combustion.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(LMS ultra: 2012 - 2015).
| General: |
| Brand: | Audi |
| Model: | R8 |
| Generation: | II LMS |
| Modification (Engine): | 5.2 FSI V10 (585 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2015 |
| End of production: | 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: |
| Power: | 585 Hp |
| Power per litre: | 112.4 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 550 Nm |
| Engine displacement: | 5204 |
| Number of cylinders: | 10 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection and Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 8.5 l |
| Coolant: | 13.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Middle, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84.5 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92.8 mm |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 2.1 kg/Hp, 477.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 2.2 kg/Nm, 449 Nm/tonne |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1225 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 120 l |
| Size: |
| Length: | 4583 mm [37mm less] |
| Width: | 1997 mm [3mm more] |
| Height: | 1171 mm [24mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2700 mm |
| Front track: | 1667 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1670 mm |
| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 6 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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| Wheel rims size | Front wheel rims: 12.5J x 18 |
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| Front suspension | Coil spring, Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
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| Rear suspension | Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer, Coil spring |
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