Audi R8 V10 gets tuned up by ABT

Bavarian tuners ABT have done another job on the Audi R8 V10, pumping up the 5.2-litre FSI V10 from 525bhp to 600bhp, and torque from 530Nm to 550Nm. With 50 more horses than the R8 V10 Plus - but not the extreme weight-loss scheme - ABT claims a 0-100km/h run of 3.5 seconds, the same as the R8 V10 Plus, and a top speed for the mid-engined coupe of 320km/h.

The globally leading tuner of cars produced by the Volkswagen Group uses ABT POWER and extravagant and stylish elements to underscore the normal Audi R8 portfolio's dynamism and sportiness in a consistent fashion.

To make the super sportsman roadworthy, the uprating is complemented by ABT suspension springs that make for an adequate lowering and an even better road behaviour. For the V8 version, ABT also has coilovers. The Bavarian specialists see to a perfect road holding, even at the limit.

ABT Sportsline has developed style elements for the R8 that are mostly made of clearly visible carbon. Weight reduction was as important as was a striking appearance. Front skirt and grille make the two-seater's front appear even more energetic.

The also specially developed side skirts underscore the car's sporty character and at the rear end a wing and rear skirt leave the right impression. This is a successful interplay that also makes for an ideal weight reduction.