Audi R8, a pure super sports car @ Rs 1.35 cr

For those who admire awesome machines and have got money to afford them, then German luxury carmaker Audi's newly launched Audi R8 V10 is just for you. Audi's R8 V10 is a two-seat road rocket that has it all — a lightweight aluminum structure and body, all-wheel drive and a sleek design that can leave bystanders spellbound. Priced at Rs 1.35 crore (ex-showroom), the V10 comes with a top speed of 317 kmph.

The supercar's 5.2-liter, ten-cylinder engine churns out 518 bhp and 530 Nm torque, which makes for breathtaking performance. Audi says the new R8 V10 can achieve an amazing speed of 0-100 kilometers/hour in 3.9 seconds and a 0-200 kilometers/hour in 12 seconds. Here's a look at the model…

The Audi R8 V10 is propelled by a powerful V10 quattro engine which is being built using the lightweight Audi Space Frame (ASF) design. The company says with this model the company is trying to establish new benchmarks in the performance sports car segment.

The R8 V10 sportscar is an upgraded version of humble R8 with its 4.2-liter V8 which was built by Quattro GmbH and delivered worldwide in 2008. Looks-wise, the new model looks almost similar to the existing R8, except for a few minor differences such as the use of LED headlamp.

Overall, the Audi R8 is a purposeful sleek design in the Teutonic mold. The modified R8 rides on the custom 19-inch lightweight carbon-coated alloy rims.

The Audi R8 V10 comes with gearbox consisting of 6 manual speed transmissions. These transmissions are a standard equipment that makes shifting of gears very easy. Riders can use the R-tronic mode in the transmission to achieve a maximum speed of 200 km/h in just 8.1 seconds.

The R8 delivers a subtly exotic image with sides defined by large fender arches and unique sideblade wind deflectors. The model stands just 49.3 inches tall. Audi R8's quattro system gives plenty of cornering power and stability.

The Audi R8 5.2 FSI is customizable, thus, giving car enthusiasts an amazing experience. The inside of the car looks like any other Audi model as leather is used for interiors that adds to the luxuriousness of the segment defining Audi R8 5.2 FSI.

Apart from engine and drivetrain, each R8 V10 model is equipped with the latest in Audi life-saving technology. The entire frame weighs just 463 pounds, making it lighter than most motorcycles. An exceptionally rigid skeleton protects the cabin and driver in the event of a collision.

Audi India Director Michael Perschke says the launch of R8 5.2FSI coupe with the upgraded V-10 engine would boost the company's image in India as the earlier version( R8 with V8 engine) was voted the "Supercar of the Year in 2008".

On future plans, Audi India Director Michael Perschke says Audi hope to sell 4,500 units this year as compared to 3,003 units in 2010. Besides, the company also plans to increase number of dealerships from the present 14 to 20 by this year end. At present, Audi India assembles A4, Q6 and Q5 models at its Aurangabad plant in Gujarat. The plant with a single shift, has a capacity to produce 4,500-5,000 units.