Wednesday, November 12, 2008

Audi R4 Unleashed

Once again Porsche & Audi have collabed again producing the baby R8, the Audi R4. The chassis will be in the R4 and the upcoming Porsche Boxster/Cayman vehicles also. Weight reduction with aluminum body paneling and Audis newer 40/60 torque split should make this a thrill to drive considering the engine options. Even though Audi has stated it will do away with manual gearboxes this should be availble with Audi's 6 Speed gearbox and a 7 speed DSG option.

Possible Engines:

  • 335bhp 2.5 litre TFSI 5 cylinder
  • 200bhp 2.0 litre TFSI 4 cylinder
  • 300bhp 3.6 litre FSI V6
  • 225bhp 2.0 litre TDI common rail injection 4 cylinder

Audi R8 V10


Looks like Audi is letting the R8 compete with Lamborghini, the new R10 as I like to call it, 5.2 litre V10 552bhp. Rumour abroad only 50! headed for US since Audi is producing 50 a month of the base R8's. I haven't been able to confirm the quantity headed to our shores.

New Audi A8 artist renderings


Audi gives go ahead for A3 Diesel plans


What is unknown is if they will bring the A3 3 door hatch version and offer a Quattro 6speed gearbox which I personally think would sell way better than the 4door. But there is a solid yes for the A3 Sportback FWD 6Speed DSG dogbox. Expect to see it on our shores within the next year.