One of the most intriguing mysteries of 2016 seems to have finally been solved: Would Audi introduce a base, second-gen R8?
It turns out the answer may just be "yes."
According to our friends at Autocar, it says it has confirmed word from Audi contacts that the R8 will be joined by a base model equipped Porsche-built, twin-turbo six-cylinder engine. As seen in the all-new Panamera, the 2.9-liter six can produce upwards of 430 horsepower. Considering it ditches two cylinders and we're thinking the turbos can be played with, we're thinking that there's a chance this version of the R8 may be one of the best ones.
Lighter equals better and turbos will pack a punch of torque.
So, what say YOU, Spies? Do you think that this entry-level, six-cylinder R8 has the chance to be a better pick over the sole V10 model on the market today?
...In the latest Panamera 4S, the new engine delivers 434bhp at 5650rpm and 405lb ft of torque between 1750rpm and 5500rpm when running a relatively low 0.4bar of turbocharger boost pressure.
With subtle tweaks, including greater boost, the joint-venture engine is claimed to offer more than 500bhp and up to 500lb ft, although it has yet to be confirmed what output Audi has settled on for its quartet of new performance models.
In the most recent RS4 and RS5, Audi’s naturally aspirated 4.2-litre V8 kicked out 444bhp and 314lb ft...
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