The Audi R8 appeared to be 'dead,' yet it is still on the road. True, his time is near, therefore the German brand wants to bid farewell with dignity, especially given that his successor will be entirely electric. A wonderful way to say goodbye is to debut the GT RWD (Rear Wheel Drive) variant, which is now available for the Coupé body but will most likely be available shortly for the Spyder as well. It is a limited edition of 333 pieces with minor upgrades that make it even more appealing. The R8 GT RWD is the second special edition of an all-rear two-seater sports vehicle, and it is being released just as the original Audi R8 GT celebrates its 12-year anniversary. The GT RWD becomes the most powerful propulsion model in the company's four-ring history. It contains commemorative highlights such as a plate with the edition number placed next to the fiber trim of the gear shift, alloy wheels, and an interior with components in red and black, such as the seats. as well as the ceiling's interior upholstery
The rear R8 GT lettering, black rear-view mirrors, a splitter on the front bumper, the spoiler, and, of course, the diffuser provide an aggressive touch to this car. At the color level, it is only offered in three options: Suzuka Gray (off-white), Tangorot Metallic (red), and Daytona Gray Metallic (dark gray). In addition to the look, which is quite important in these automobiles, the engineers worked hard to lower the vehicle's weight.
They eventually lost 20 kg. One component comes directly from the 20-inch, 10-spoke wheels, which are paired with Michelin Sport Cup 2 tires this time. Another component is derived from the carbon-ceramic brakes, while another is derived from the front stabilizer bar, which is constructed of reinforced plastic reinforced with carbon fiber. The (even sportier) spiral suspension is available as an option depending on the manufacturer. If this option is selected, the user can independently modify the location and degree of compression and rebound using the keys included with the R8 GT RWD.
Another innovative feature is the Torque Rear Mode, which uses traction control to control rear axle slippage. It has various settings (the control is on the steering wheel: level one 'layers' the skid, while level seven provides the most slide. A mechanism that is reminiscent of the Mercedes-AMG GT R. The R8 Coupé GT RWD does away with V10 engines, as the brand is accountable for explaining given the tight electrification approach that they will implement. This atmospheric engine develops 620 horsepower and 565 Newton meters of torque between 6,400 and 7,000 laps, speeds from 0 to 100 in 3.4 seconds, 0-200 in 10.1 seconds, and tops out at 320 kilometers per hour. Clarify that the increase in performance is attributable to the acquired lightness, dampening, and significant modifications in the seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. According to the corporation, its relationships have been adjusted to allow for a speedier transition between speeds.
The first R8 GT RWD vehicles will be delivered in 2023. In Germany, the price will be 225,000 euros, including taxes. It is estimated to cost almost the same in Spain.