2017 Audi R8 V10 Plus Exclusive Edition
It has been known for quite some time that Audi was
planning to introduce the laser light technology to the United States, but
couldn't do so due to the NHTSA. Until now, that is.
Limited to the 2017 R8 V10 Plus Exclusive Edition,
the laser high beam module supplements the standard full LED headlights of the
supercar and features a module in each headlamp that contains four
high-intensity laser diodes. The system uses a phosphor converter that
transforms the beam into a bright and pure white light that becomes active at
speeds of over 64 km/h.
The special
edition R8, which is limited to just 25 units, features an exclusive Quantum Gray
paint, carbon fiber sideblade with Solar Orange stripe, and 20-inch wheels,
joined by the carbon fiber diffuser, front lip spoiler, side mirror casings and
fixed rear wing.
Inside, it sports the Full Leather package in
Black/Signal orange signed by Audi Exclusive and adds a special steering wheel,
illuminated door sills with the 'One of 25' lettering, Alcantara headliner and
different floor mats.
Prices kick off from US$ 229,200, excluding the US$ 1,250
destination charge, and it will be on display at the 2016 LA Auto Show in a
couple of weeks.
