Saturday, July 9, 2011

Coastal wind Audi R8 5.2FSI test drive experience Convertible

Magnificent winding road to the steep cliff ripped a crack, I was living in the south of France's most spectacular coastline. Intensive light not far from Nice, is not Cannes, but at the moment I can not attend to glance at the navigation display on the center console. My right foot is to imitate the "River of Love" tap dance step back and forth in between the throttle and brakes, along with the acceleration of gravity hit me from all directions.
Although in the past 10 minutes face to face only, and three cars have been called the road conditions are sufficient to show how superior, but even so, rush to a value of € 150,000 and at least get started less than an hour to push the limits of the powerful sports car definitely regarded as a dangerous gamble. I could feel his hands grip the steering wheel a little sweating, heart rate should be nearer to the high transfer area, but I just could not stop.

How much I hope that in front of this winding road will never end ah. But my companions do not think so, he finally ordered the issue of parking, experience over the last 10 minutes of stimulation to his stomach apparently caused great discomfort, I think he definitely wanted to rest for a while, but followed from his mouth pop out, then it is unexpected: "I want to open for a while!"
Think nothing can really surprise, for such a car, only a fool may be indifferent. Along the way there are already numerous passers-by through the amazed eyes, and taper of the whistle as we have proved that low body, exaggerated lines and magnetic voice of the roadster in the end with much charm. But to get that courtesy is still I feel flattered, you know, over here running away from the paradise of Monaco is only a stone's throw, allowing accustomed to seeing a Ferrari, Lamborghini and Aston Martin to face the local residents so, have thanks to my car the first time to wear suits and people meet.
Yes, all the way to win is keep returning hundred percent R8Spyder - Audi's flagship sports car the soft top hard top brother, the birth of the car undoubtedly created a first in the Army before Ingolstadt have never had such a character to create a soft top that works publicity. I traveled all the way to go here again clear that the purpose clear: figure out this removed the roof of the new model's ability to continue the glorious tradition of hard-top model - mercilessly to those old nobility to fatal blow.
Audi is undoubtedly serious, or else can not explain why we waited so long to see this in the beginning should appear in the product planning roadster. Its location and the hardtop version of the R8 is obviously slightly different. We all know in common between the positioning of the latter type of entry-level 911 and those in the ultra running between home, but at least in the current convertible model only advanced V10 engine, which means that at least should be directly related R8Spyder 911 turbo Type Cabriolet and F430Spyder among the same club. However, such an arrangement and then a clear indication that R8Spyder for those flush with cash, enough of the courage to try new things and the interest of driving and a draw because of who the son of the brother of the effort to build.
But this is obviously not the official position of Audi. In their brief release notes at the meeting, so two in particular caught my attention: first, Audi claims that with the competitors, R8Spyder more practical and more suitable as an everyday car. Secondly, they especially emphasized the hood closed state can be maintained inside the R8's quiet good nature, which means that if you can while driving side of the companion seat chat and temporary, and certainly do not need to tear his throat.
I think Audi is certainly serious, after all, this is a German brand. At least I think that these words than the absolute Lamborghini claims promoting environmental protection is much more to fly. Moreover, most people pay attention to practical full compliance with the Audi will usually produce the first impression. But the problem is not super-luxurious convertible is the kind of unrealistic exaggeration awkward it?
There are a lot of evidence that this car away from the impractical practical than the much closer distance. Such as its power output would be entirely restricted, and with the hardtop version of the same 5.2-liter V10 engine with the help of the direct injection system can output 525 hp / 8000 rpm / min and 530 Nm / 6500 rpm / min, In addition the engine speed can be up to 8700 has been transferred / min was encountered electronic protection. These figures have been a little insensitive? Well, let me put it another way, when the engine speed is approaching the limit, the piston in the cylinder of the second movement speed is amazing 26.91 meters! Another loud roar of the engine for the charm of this building blocks. Lamborghini different (we all know, both on the V10 engine is very similar in structure and share a lot of parts), R8 sound more metallic and more low, but want a Rocks on the premise that will keep the speed 4000 r / min and full throttle.
Audi offers two for the transmission car, the traditional 6-speed manual transmission and the R tronic sequential gearbox. Disappointing is R8Spyder and its still not equipped with hard top models in the TT model has proven to be very good dual-clutch gearbox. Audi's explanation is the dual-clutch device can not shelter in the R8 narrow engine compartment. But for most of the players have to manually plot is concerned, this is hardly any loss. Hand file because it is operating up feeling great. Stalls not only clear, but the texture is very similar operation in the gun's trigger button motivation. Even so, Audi is expected to be global, or nearly 70% of users chose not operate the clutch R tronic transmission. According to the characteristics of the Chinese market, if R8Spyder eventually appear in the Chinese market (Audi officials have not committed to do so), probably the only R tronic will become the standard configuration.

Do people still say that somehow suck the topic, let us talk about the performance bar.
Because this part of the data can certainly make a lot of people like the joy of laughter. Considering this car up to 1720 kg standard weight that can be completed in just 4.1 seconds on the 0-100 km / h acceleration should definitely surprising. Also, if using R tronic transmission, this car finished 0-200 km / h acceleration is just 8.3 seconds. Finally it's official top speed of up to 313 km / h, but Audi's data is not clear that it was a convertible or a closed hood in the state can achieve the ultimate number, but maybe it has not very important, because you in reality environment may actually try this speed is very little chance.

Although the performance indicators than the hardtop version of the V10 slightly lower (the latter 0-100 km / h acceleration time of 3.9 seconds, top speed 315 km / h), but R8Spyder brought there over the speed and experience surpasses it. The main reason is self-evident, open the hood is more visually aware people can increase the speed of the air flow will cause the car kind of change. It should be said fully raised and if the placement of the rear side window spoiler, at least 120 km / h carriage also called calm. But on the highway, just want to open this car only remain at this critical point is too stuck on, as long as the next little stretch neck and leg speed will go up. By this time, almost every increase of 10 kilometers per hour inside the storm will increase a factor. Until the speed close to 200 km / hour, the entire car and scraping in the movement almost 10 typhoon is no different. So if you have the chance to try, then that is my Tips Do not wear a hat or get a haircut like the Fair Princess as a high-profile.
In fact, just off the hood to avoid such troubles, but many people (including myself) just can not get away in the wind like the raging despite the sensory effects. But you really want to experience the charm of the car, the highway is indeed not the most appropriate place. In contrast, the article mentioned at the beginning of that magnificent mountain allowed more potential. Indeed, and those designed for completion of the GT compared to the various types of long-range cruise, R8Spyder the biggest advantage is driving up more feeling. Its steering is more clever, way more clearly a sense, the body respond more actively. In addition, most importantly, it clearly and tell you when to reach the limit. So enjoy the exciting experience at the same time I do not have to bear the real risk, even if a few, peek into the small drift also appear to be so friendly and interesting. I think all this can be attributed to an incredible four-wheel drive system and four tires Pirelli P ZERO Run.
Of course, this world is not perfect supercar. R8Spyder this near-perfect egg also has a few signs of suspicious lumps. First, R tronic transmission, not to mention the performance of precision and smooth, it is true, if the dynamic shift along the body can do in exchange for a good ride, but when you want to drain all of the speed potential, the shift is easy when of the huge disappointments to conceal the. In addition, and compared to manual models, with this transmission will allow low speed when the throttle response becomes blurred, which makes the already far more sensitive to the dynamic city of clumsy. Another complaint is the device of carbon fiber ceramic brake discs. Although this can be an expensive option to bring a more solid piece of high-speed braking and almost never tired, but feel they are not vague brake feel is good enough. Since all of the test drive vehicles will be installed this expensive option, so I can not compare conventional steel brake disc can generate the same strong braking effect and the more desirable foot feeling. However, considering the similar products of the Ferrari California to bring me a wonderful experience, I can only pat R8Spyder shoulder and say: continue to work!

Fact, competitors and the same, R8Spyder ace or expressive look absolutely fantastic sensory experience of color and incredible handling performance, but this is a Audi, it has excellence of craft and in the front position, enough to accommodate a medium-sized suitcase luggage compartment. In addition, full electric hood operation is extremely fast and convenient. Audi always seems to unconsciously want to be part of this dream world of toys become more realistic, but for most people in terms of which apparently did not a bad thing. The final good news is that once the introduction of its domestic and its price should be lower than the same level opponent, which makes it relatively easy choice.
R8Spyder than the hard top car feel a little "soft" some, but it looks more wild, no doubt the ability to attract more attention. It's impeccable handling, lots of fun for the drivers and still have a high tolerance. Though Audi claims that it is more practical than comparable rival is also more suitable for everyday driving, but if it is close to California, and the price or convertible type of DBS would be difficult for people to come together to this conclusion. But for any home product in terms of practicality has never been the focus. R8Spyder has captured the key - brings a wealth of driving experience, people experience real driving pleasure. In this regard Audi will not show weakness to any peer competitors.

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