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Note that the last two years joined the Audi model range just two compartments - A5 and R8, not out of place again confirming the sporting ambitions of German companies. But if the A5 - a prestigious full-size coupe, the R8-uncompromising sports car that has a centrally-motor arrangement. Do not remember the last half century Audi produced such machines, not counting the series of prototypes Le Mans (from which, incidentally, the name - R8). A sports car with Walter da Silva, certainly not miss. As, however, did not notice I miss it before, with Alfa Romeo. If something was lacking and the manufacturer from Ingolstadt, so it's a hot Italian blood, and Italian as emotional and impeccable design. Now the Germans have, and da Silva, and Lamborghini. Thus was the R8 - in fact, the first car with four rings, designed by Italian maestro with a clean slate. I look at pictures and realize that even the highest-quality images can not convey the "live charm" model. Exterior R8 is fascinating - no matter from what angle to look at the car. Carbon design, many of which are not only outside, do not emphasize the triviality of appearance. Well, clear glass engine compartment can be regarded as a symbol of belonging to a class of supercars and relationship with Lamborghini. Let the same solution used Ferrari, Saleen or Pagani. In addition, when the base V8 FSI, his sin is not to demonstrate. Oval roof, which is rather abruptly in the stern, especially when viewed in profile - a bold decision and successfully implemented. Rising slightly with a retractable rear spoiler, grille and four sockets loud exhaust system - each element and is thought appropriate. However, the daily impressions fade at night. In the dark the car starts to "shine", especially his expressive and stylish "cilia" in the front headlights and the "boxes" on the stern. Such "LED elegance" I've never seen! But for some reason, I have no doubt that it will soon see Smell adrenalinaNa I really have no idea how to smell the adrenaline in its purest form, if it has any smell. But it flows into the blood is associated with a specific me and a delicate aroma of expensive leather and polished metal. In a new, good and cheap car it certainly exists. Audi R8 - is no exception. In my opinion, the main advantage of the interior, "eight" is that it does not feel the alignment, except for some pesky details like a standard key, both from the A3. Salon resolved in high-tech style, its decor is definitely felt the master's hand. In addition, he amazingly ergonomic and easy to use. Seat on the degree of lateral support, the profile of the back and its length - a real racing seat. At the same time, it is quite soft, is endowed with a wide range of electrical adjustments, including the ability to change the degree of lumbar support and seat, as well as lined leather good dressing. The same noble material is trimmed steering wheel, door sides, part of the center console and the entire front panel, including the instrument panel visor. Inside there is almost no plastic - only the button, the monitor frame and decorative panel covering the speakers. All other elements - is the same leather, carbon fiber or cold metal. But these plastic covers ... The fact that the R8 is equipped with very high quality audio Bang & Olufsen. It goes perfectly, but the test car plate on the rear right column disgusting rattled even at low volumes. Add sound, and begins to "buzz" is already behind the left ear ... What is it? Italian sloppiness in the details or lack of one particular car? Do not presume to assert anything, but even "chance" German sports car is definitely not to his face. In general, the interior Audi R8 on the right you can put in one of the best examples of interiors from the world of sports cars. For sophistication and functionality, it practically does not yield not only Mercedes-Benz, and Porsche, Ferrari and Lamborghini. At the same time you can find all the blessings of civilization. This, of course, climate control, adjustable both in height and on the flight steering column, heated seats and corporate multimedia interface MMI, which is specifically for this model is little changed. The joystick controls and buttons on the edges are smaller and are situated directly below the color monitor. The only thing that can upset the owner - a small trunk in front (100 l), small pockets in the doors, modest and small glove compartment in the center armrest. Except that saves shelf width 20-30 inches between the seats and engine compartment, lined with fleecy fabric. Not the slightest frustration "Experts" on the stage of work on the Audi R8 spread rumors - they say, will be installed under the hood of the mighty V10 from Lamborghini. The company decided to manage its own power plant, which, I assure, is also an excellent product of modern engineering. Eight are located V-shaped cylinders are the total volume of 4.2 liters. Due to the rather high level crossing (move easily spins up to 8000 rev / min) without any engine turbines and compressors offers its driver 420 hp power and 430 Nm of torque. That is, a hundred forces from each liter of volume - this is a good indicator. In addition, the power unit equipped with a dry sump lubrication, as a true sports car, as well as direct injection to FSI.Nesmotrya tsentralnomotornuyu layout, R8 is a proprietary all-wheel drive transmission, quattro. Accordingly modified. Her heart is viskomufty configured so that the front wheels is served from 10 to 35% capacity. That is, the AWD system allows the well to start with the smoke from the wheels and with a breakdown of the rear axle, providing a provocative handling. In other words, the sudden start from the place of food "spotted" a little sideways. "Hundred" is exchanged within 4.6 seconds after liftoff, and the maximum speed can reach 301 km / h. Moreover, no matter what type of manual - manual 6-speed, semi-automatic or R-Tronic. On the move the car amazingly stable. With proper treatment with a tough, full aluminum body and is very grippy Pirelli tires capable of withstanding very serious side acceleration. R8 is almost neutral steering that, coupled with the projected in-wheel drive transmission allows habits to go very quickly. You can even poskolzit in turn. Although we should not forget about the Central Motor arrangement and respective weight distribution (44% weight falls on the front axle, 56% - on the back). Screw the car, "top" easy "catch" on time - not easy. Therefore, errors at the wheel is better not to do. A small drift in improperly handling can quickly turn into an uncontrolled slide or a turn, so that the "pull" the front wheels will not help. Definitely not worth to enter the turns at full throttle, and then abruptly drop it without a corresponding adjustment of the wheel - will break in the sliding body, which is not so easy - not so much to control and extinguish. Fortunately, the standard model is equipped with a stabilization system ESP, which, although it allows for some liberties, but it is clear the threshold. On the other hand, do not get tired to repeat it, either against the laws of physics, electronics powerless. In general, Audi R8 is designed for the professional handling - precise, rapid, but accurate, I would say - tender. And then it gives a breathtaking experience. Open the window, mute the music, the roar of estimated adjusted exhaust system - and understand that "the tonic of the" can flow into the body and through the ears. Not the slightest disappointment! The only question is how long you are willing to test their physical abilities and feel the rigidity of suspensions, the possibility to check the grip of tires. At the same time you can drive crazy any time to stop - a nice feature of the R8 is that, in principle, this machine can be driven every day. However, it should know that the semi-manual R-tronic not too friendly in automatic mode. First of all, when you switch pulls noticeably. Imitation squeezing clutch (really - the speed of opening drive and enable the next stage) - a rather crude. Also, and this - and secondly, it is worth a little more imbedded accelerator pedal, like a box very quickly go from fifth to third, and you go into his chair, then you really can not ask for. Just pedal quite sensitive and has a small stroke. How, by the way, and the brake pedal, which at low speeds seems to be very receptive and Short-. But what is remarkable - if you take the management process is fully under control, it turns out much better. You can choose to push the metal knob manual, very conveniently located, and at the same time to simulate discharge of gas with your right foot (like when driving a car with manual transmission), and then switch to become invisible. It is also possible to use special on the back of the steering wheel (in truth, they could be made of metal and slightly larger). In the meantime, get used to, you know that in fact the speed with which opens in two clutch gearbox, is optimal. If you go by car to the "battle tempo", switching at 5, 6 or even 7.5 thousand rev / min, a change of gear is almost instantly and without any jerks. The same applies to the brakes, the force which, starting from a speed of 40-60 km / hr is dosed accurately. Of course, the power slides no complaints there - they are able to stop the car so quickly that the breast may remain traces of seat belts. Naturally, the arrangements are equipped with the latest generation of ABS and brake force distribution. In short, R8 is designed for an active and fast driving. There pozhelaniyaPodurovnyu performance Audi R8 can be a full-fledged competitor to the Porsche 911, Mercedes-Benz SL and even, strange as it does not sound friendly to the model Lamborghini Gallardo. True, R8 cheaper Gallardo. In the salons of official dealers sports car from Ingolstadt is sold for 133 643 euro (the version with 6-speed manual gearbox), or 142 812 (with semi-CP R-Tronic). I should add that, given the clearance vehicle, I personally would not risk using it in the winter vremya.Chto yet? Another is the desire of the company "to do small things." Eliminate rattling plastic and equipped sports car engine start button. Or at least make the key not the same as the more affordable models Audi. The car deserves to be "touching care," and its potential owner - special respect.