2011 Audi R8 GT brings 560 horsepower - HQ photo gallery

Audi announced on Tuesday (21) the first images and information R8 GT, new version of its top-line sports. Lighter and more profits derived propellant V10 5.2, the model will be unveiled at Paris and will be limited production to 333 units, each costing € 193,000 (about U.S. $ 438,000 without import duties and taxes in Brazil).

According to the German mark, the block aspirated 10-cylinder with direct fuel injection received electronic adjustments to produce 560 horsepower and 55 Nm of torque - 35 hp and an Nm of force more than the "normal" setting. The power, combined with a reduction of 100 kg in total weight of the model, which now registers 1525 kg on the scale, takes the R8 to 100 km / h in 3s6 and 320 km / h maximum speed. The average consumption combined (city and highway), the second mark, is 7.2 km / l.

The R8 GT also benefits from suspension with a new hit, composite brakes, carbon-fiber and ceramic major, new alloy wheels 19 "with 235/35 tires in front and 295/30 at the rear for improved aerodynamics and keeping the stability of sport . Among the items series also highlights the quattro system, protective cage, digital air conditioning, power windows, dual airbags and navigation system.

The brand also offers as optional sound system with Bang & Olufsen with 465 W and 12 boxes, benches with leather jacket and regulating power. Who wants to extract maximum performance sports, however, must leave aside these devices to "alleviate" the weight of the super German.

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