R8 The next generation Audi R8: Thoughts & info

[JHF]

New 2016 Audi R8 Illustration Looks Like The Real Thing

There's a second-gen Audi R8 on its way and if you can immediately tell the differences with the current model, then you deserve four rings on your hand and a pat on the back.
shared these renderings he made.

The Dutch designer used his digital pen to fill in the gaps we have from the testers – mainly, the front and rear ends of the German supercar, with inspiration coming from Audi's latest design DNA.

It’s an evolutionary design theme with Audi giving the new R8 a few more edges and creases along with slicker looking and more technologically advanced LED lights.

As far as the interior is concerned, previous spy photos reveal that Audi will give the next R8 a brand new dashboard highlighted by the new large monitor in the driver’s instrument binnacle, similar to the new TT series.

Being a sister model to the Lamborghini Huracan, the new R8 will share the same modular sports car platform known as MSS, with a longer wheelbase and wider tracks. Audi's halo supercar will launch with the same naturally-aspirated V8 and V10 engines used in the current model, albeit tuned to offer improved performance and fuel economy numbers.

Photo Credits & Copyright: Marco van Overbeeke

 

[SKY]

That looks so bluff to me.

 

[Rolf]

Looks good but too much like current one

 

[Centurion]

That's a breathtaking evolution. I love it. What I am most excited about is the interior. Given, that the Audi TT, A1 and even new Q7 have interiors of the future, the R8 needs to have one that's above and beyond that.

 

[JohnnyP1997]

New 2016 Audi R8 Illustration Looks Like The Real Thing

There's a second-gen Audi R8 on its way and if you can immediately tell the differences with the current model, then you deserve four rings on your hand and a pat on the back.
shared these renderings he made.

The Dutch designer used his digital pen to fill in the gaps we have from the testers – mainly, the front and rear ends of the German supercar, with inspiration coming from Audi's latest design DNA.

It’s an evolutionary design theme with Audi giving the new R8 a few more edges and creases along with slicker looking and more technologically advanced LED lights.

As far as the interior is concerned, previous spy photos reveal that Audi will give the next R8 a brand new dashboard highlighted by the new large monitor in the driver’s instrument binnacle, similar to the new TT series.

Being a sister model to the Lamborghini Huracan, the new R8 will share the same modular sports car platform known as MSS, with a longer wheelbase and wider tracks. Audi's halo supercar will launch with the same naturally-aspirated V8 and V10 engines used in the current model, albeit tuned to offer improved performance and fuel economy numbers.

Photo Credits & Copyright: Marco van Overbeeke

I dig it!! Looks good to my eyes!!

 

[tristatez28lt1]

I truly hope it's more extravagant than that render.

 

[Betty Swollocks]

That's a breathtaking evolution. I love it. What I am most excited about is the interior. Given, that the Audi TT, A1 and even new Q7 have interiors of the future, the R8 needs to have one that's above and beyond that.

A1 "interior of the future"? It's OK but it's hardly that!! Do you mean the A3?

And the R8 will have a TT-esque interior, so full LCD instrument panel, which also like the Lamborghini Huracan.

 

[HUTSUTAo]

New 2016 Audi R8 Illustration Looks Like The Real Thing

There's a second-gen Audi R8 on its way and if you can immediately tell the differences with the current model, then you deserve four rings on your hand and a pat on the back.
shared these renderings he made.

The Dutch designer used his digital pen to fill in the gaps we have from the testers – mainly, the front and rear ends of the German supercar, with inspiration coming from Audi's latest design DNA.

It’s an evolutionary design theme with Audi giving the new R8 a few more edges and creases along with slicker looking and more technologically advanced LED lights.

As far as the interior is concerned, previous spy photos reveal that Audi will give the next R8 a brand new dashboard highlighted by the new large monitor in the driver’s instrument binnacle, similar to the new TT series.

Being a sister model to the Lamborghini Huracan, the new R8 will share the same modular sports car platform known as MSS, with a longer wheelbase and wider tracks. Audi's halo supercar will launch with the same naturally-aspirated V8 and V10 engines used in the current model, albeit tuned to offer improved performance and fuel economy numbers.

Photo Credits & Copyright: Marco van Overbeeke

Not much progression in terms of design

 

[tristatez28lt1]

 

[EnI]

Will it really come with (optional) Laser headlights and OLED rear lights? Rumor has it ...

 

[Beemer B773ER]

Why you look so sad?

 

[Merc1]

This one looks the best IMO.

M

 

[klier]

Will it really come with (optional) Laser headlights and OLED rear lights? Rumor has it ...

No doubt it will. The R8 sets the standard lighting wise. BMW is very close, but still a little behind imho

This one looks the best IMO.

M

Yes, that one looks amazing!

 

[JHF]

Next-gen Audi R8 and R8 e-tron confirmed for Geneva debut in March

Electric version to have around 500 km range
Audi has confirmed the second generation R8 will receive its world premiere during the 2015 Geneva Motor Show in March.

Speaking to CarAdvice, Audi board member for technical development Ulrich Hackenberg also said the model will be launched along with the e-tron all-electric version. “That (the e-tron) will be introduced with the successor of the R8, and we will have first example of the car… in next March, at Geneva, so you will see, it’s done.”

He commented the R8 probably won’t be getting a manual transmission, because “double-clutch gearboxes are extremely sporty, and if you want to drive extremely sporty and fast, for the record of your personal lap time, you will need a double-clutch.”

In previous interviews, Hackenberg said the R8 e-tron will be used as a “tech carrier for other models”. Rumors say the model will have a range of up to 400 km (248 miles) on a single charge, but now he commented that “we are working on a car which is able to go around 500 or maybe a little more kilometers range, that will be a fully electric car”.

Source: CarAdvice

http://www.worldcarfans.com/115011987484/next-gen-audi-r8-and-r8-e-tron-confirmed-for-geneva-debut

 

[tristatez28lt1]

Don't think this version has been posted yet.

 

[NarutoRamen]

^^I like that one more. At least it looks different and like a refresh.

 

[Rolf]

That looks like the Lambo Huracan that they have Audinized!! LOL!

If this car is launching in Geneva then Audi may have 2 car launches, new R8 and A4 at Geneva.

When will we see official pics of the new car, just before the Geneva show?

 

[NarutoRamen]

That looks like the Lambo Huracan that they have Audinized!! LOL!

I'd rather have a Huracanized R8 than a R8 Refresh.

 

[tristatez28lt1]

Both the new R8 and A4 are confirmed to be available for sale in the usa in March of 2016. Therefore Geneva seems perfect for the debut of A4 and R8.

 

[tristatez28lt1]