Audi unveiled its updated 2019 R8 Coupe and Spyder
models last October. Aside from aesthetic changes, both the 2019 R8 and
R8 Spyder feature more power for their 5.2-liter V10 engine, specifically an
extra 30 PS and 10 Nm in the V10 and 10 PS and 20 Nm in the V10 Performance.
In total, the R8 V10 now puts down 570 PS and 550 Nm of torque, allowing for a 0 to 100 km/h acceleration time of 3.4 seconds and a top speed of 324 km/h. The
Performance variant has 620 PS and 580 Nm of torque,
enabling it to sprint to 100 km/h in 3.1 seconds and max out at 331 km/h.
Audi has also made a number of other mechanical
improvements for its updated R8 range, adding a revised suspension which
promises “even more stability and precision”,a retuned power steering and
optional dynamic steering systems for increased feedback and responsiveness,
and an enhanced Electronic Stabilization Control system for better braking.
According to the automaker, the 100 km/h to zero braking distance in the
flagship R8 Performance has improved by up to 1.5 meters, while 200
km/h to zero has been cut by up to 5 meters.
The facelift brought with it a wider singleframe
grille and three hood slits that are meant to pay tribute to the iconic
Ur-quattro. Other design changes include a new front splitter, more aggressive
intakes, new three-piece engine cover, multiple exterior styling packages and
two new colors named Kemora Gray and Ascari Blue.
As for the interior, there are new material color
combos that include pastel silver with rock gray contrast stitching, palomino
brown with steel gray stitching and black with utopia blue stitching. Buyers
opting for the flagship version can also get the R8 Performance Design package,
which adds leather and Alcantara upholstery, as well as carbon fiber trim and
Mercato Blue accents.
The 2019 R8 and R8 Spyder will hit Audi showrooms
this year, with pricing to be announced closer to their launch date.
