Tom Williams Audi is your Birmingham R8 specialist. With two 2011 R8 Spyder models available for immediate delivery, you can have the power and spirit of the autobahn right in your driveway. Learn more below about this incredible car:

5.2 Liter V10 Engine

At the heart of the R8 Spyder 5.2, available in Birmingham, is the soul stirring 525 hp 5.2 FSI V10 engine.  The V10 screams to an astronomical 8700 rpm and propels the R8 Spyder 5.2 to 60 mph in only 4.0 seconds on the way up to a top track speed of 194 mph. As part of a race-bred mid-engine design that contributes to superb handling dynamics, the 5.2 V10 produces 101hp/liter and features race winning technology such as FSI direct injection and a dry sump lubrication system that assures engine lubrication under the most demanding driving situations. It is no wonder then, that this same engine is used in the R8 LMS GT3 race car.

4.2 Liter V8 Engine

The soul of the R8 Spyder 4.2 is the adrenaline inducing 430 hp 4.2 FSI V8 engine. The V8 engine produces 316 lb-ft of torque and rockets from 0 to 60 mph in only 4.6 seconds to a top track speed of 186 mph. As part of a race-bred mid-engine design that contributes to superb handling dynamics, the 4.2 V8 features race winning technology such as FSI direct injection, sodium-cooled exhaust valves and is setup for a high-revving 8250 rpm.

Advanced Braking System

The R8 boasts a braking system designed to match its impressive power output. The system features a 14.4" front rotor with eight pistons and a 14" rear rotor with four pistons. The brakes are internally vented and cross-drilled to increase airflow and cooling, which prevents brake fade for faster stopping. The front brakes include a total of eight pistons which offers high clamp force for fast, powerful braking.

Audi Magnetic Ride

With thousands of miles logged on the world's most grueling test circuit, the North Loop of the Nürburgring, the suspension system of the R8 is further enhanced with Audi magnetic ride, which offers instantaneous driver control at the touch of a button. By utilizing an advanced magnetically charged fluid whose viscosity continuously adapts to driving dynamics and can be controlled electromagnetically, the driver can select from 'Normal' or 'Sport' modes to customize the R8 ride and handling. The result is improved driving dynamics, reduced body movement, better road handling and enhanced overall ride comfort.