They look amazing in person. I didn't like it at first because all of the initial focus was on the change in the side blade design. That's probably the worst angle to look at the car from.
I didn't like it at first either. it lost a lot of the things I liked from the original. But after seeing it a few more times on the road I realize just how good the new design is
Stunning video! You finally left your damn track and returned to the road. The videos you shoot on the road are so much better to watch. Keep it up this way! ;)
The Honda CRX had the retractable rear screen. It was fantastic. Gave a lovely gentle buffering when it was down. Never understood why all cars don't do it. Glad to see Audi caught on after 20 years.
Bryan M Some of us just don't care for open roof driving, the blowing wind and sun beating down on our heads while driving for fun. I'm one of those folks who prefers a solid fixed roof in my fast cars. I've driven and rented sport convertibles in the past and while they have their good points I still drove those with the top up more than the top down. Glad I don't own one
fantastic review. That V10 sounds amazing. However, 1st gen looked better, IMO. Audi has lost it's way since the late 2000s... Also, I would be one of those nobody's who would have it with a manual. It is just better.
Yeah since late 2013 Audi has been out of it. And I would much prefer a 2013 R8 Spyder with a manual and that sexy matte blue paint they had available at the time.
It did but to be honest, the new R8 is such an incredible car I really don't care about that. I'd take it over a Huracan every single time. And although I'm a manual gearbox guy, the V10 revs so quickly it really needs a paddle shifter. I don't think it'd be enjoyable with a manual.
I think Best bang for its buck in terms for sound (stock) is the flat 6 Cayman or Boxster (not the 718 models). Sounds glorious for the price. Picked up a GTS version myself last week. Just wow. Debated between a r8, a 911 and this Cayman GTS. In the end went with the less pricy one but I like it more surprisingly
With the roof down the r 8 looks like it was built to be a full time roadster with no roof like ever, and its been like that since the first r8, same with gallardo, it doesnt look like the roof was cut off like other lambo roadsters, mclaren, and ferrari convertibles.
It´s a really great car but I´m not much on for the looks. A coupe v10 + was parked at the corner the other day, in white and it looks quite a lot better in real I must admit. AUDI detailing in interior finish is simply sublime and those rims great.
The problem i have with seeing stuff before its on youtube is the following: When it does come out on youtube, ive already seen it. And thats pretty useless cuz I wouldnt have a video to watch where there could have been one. And I know I could go back on your site, but I prefer to have everything in one place.
Elliot James I'd pick the huracan. Better looking, attracts more attention and unlike the R8, it has the full 610 hp engine. Also it's a lamborghini; who doesn't like a lamborghini?
Anyone know their R8s? At (6:38) chap is talking about aggressive shifts. Are these available across the range (I am looking for an RWS) are will I need that performance button / is the gearbox mapped to give those shifts in specific cars? Cheers!
The new R8 is not a particularly striking car to look at, at least not compared to other supercars, but it is actually a really attractive car, and I would as far as saying that's probably the first supercar that everyone, aesthetically at least, can accept. it's contemporary sharp edges are not over the top or brash(showy) but rather subdued and elegant... Or rather they were, taking off the roof completely ruined it.
From a solely performance perspective, an increase in weight and decrease in rigidity is a really bad thing. Also the center of mass climbs higher, which doesn't necessarily affect straight line drags, but on tight tracks I suspect a definitive disadvantage. Still pretty stiff and fast though. And the Coupe isn't a featherweight either. It's just not a track car.
Yes it surely looks like the spider would run slower lap times than the coupe on a track. But damn, hearing that V10 symphony while driving roofless must be quite an experience ! I'm usually not a big fan of convertibles, because of the issues mentionned above, but in this case i wonder it wouldn't be worth loosing a couple seconds on the track but having such a good time on open roads. I've read somewhere that the Mclaren 650s spider had almost no difference of performances compared to the coupe. Maybe that would be the perfect fit for people who love the sensations of a roofless car but still want to go fast on a racetrack.
well uh, if im not wrong, it does not increase actual grip, but it increases speed you can carry through a corner without the back sticking out, at the cost of some understeer. You can also get on the power earlier compared to rwd, since the front wheels in awd when angled into a corner, are pulling the car further in. On an rwd, higher grip = higher corner speed. So, higher corner speed with awd (than rwd) with the same 'actual grip' = effectively more grip (compared to rwd)
I would never buy a convertible! At day you got grilled by the sun and in the evening you get a cold or ast least a stiff neck. That may be different in tropical regions were it cools down to 30°C at night but at my degree of latitude they are rare and are not a reason for a covertible in general.
A Huracan is for people who want a flashy car and cannot afford an Aventador. It's basically a 50k bodykit which makes the cabin smaller, the car heavier and aerodynamically less efficient.
Base model R8 Spyder is £128k a Huracan spyder is £205k, Id prefer the Lamborghini, but maybe if I wanted cheaper monthly payments then I guess the R8 wouldn't be a bad option!!!
i will tell u truth. yes this is nice car. truth is it does not full feel his role. sorry. and the problem is, taht is to exepnsive and to old. u see, point of this car is not only driwening. well mybe for u and most new car testers it is, cos u are al lgbt homosexuals. but for us normal man, with normal weight, kinde weight, that if u hit 100kg man has to fall. ok!!! real man. then car has to bring u female to. and should not cost milion eurov. so thata why this is not good car. get it?!! u go and u buy ford mustang, if u can get cobra ewen better. get it?!! u know why. because if some milf ask what do you driwe, u say audi. she thinks of corse audi a4 2.0 tdi. in my countra estate. OR U SAY, COBRA!!! what do u think will make her wet faster or at all. some fucking audi that looks like lambo from 25 years ago. OR COBRA. hahaha ha what u think??
I used to think the new R8 didn't look as good the old but now I think it looks brilliant
Ian Townsend Funny how designers know what'll look good after a while even though it isn't loved at first.
They look amazing in person. I didn't like it at first because all of the initial focus was on the change in the side blade design. That's probably the worst angle to look at the car from.
I didn't like it at first either. it lost a lot of the things I liked from the original. But after seeing it a few more times on the road I realize just how good the new design is
way2fitTV
To me it looks better than the first.
This V10 has been the best soundtrack for the last 8 years
i prefer the v10 of the LFA to be honest. this v10 sounds good, don't get me wrong, but in my opinion not as good as the lfa
no v12 is.
I love your reviews
Stunning video! You finally left your damn track and returned to the road. The videos you shoot on the road are so much better to watch. Keep it up this way! ;)
This is the true definition of a dreamcar and I truly hope I can achieve this dream at some point in my life.
I love the r8, one day
renting one of these soon ... should be a great day! even if it rains, it'll still be fun and loud thanks to that rear window!
Amazing review ... the sound is just a beauty
That sound !
The Honda CRX had the retractable rear screen. It was fantastic. Gave a lovely gentle buffering when it was down. Never understood why all cars don't do it. Glad to see Audi caught on after 20 years.
My favourite car. Not a fan of convertibles though, But I do really like how this one looks and sounds.
Thats true about not seeing it when driving. Personally, I wouldn't buy a car if I didnt enjoy looking at it
Bryan M Some of us just don't care for open roof driving, the blowing wind and sun beating down on our heads while driving for fun. I'm one of those folks who prefers a solid fixed roof in my fast cars. I've driven and rented sport convertibles in the past and while they have their good points I still drove those with the top up more than the top down. Glad I don't own one
Holy shit! Can you guys ever miss?! Another great video! Love the car, loved the review! Cheers!
You're one of my most favorite presenters 👌🏻😁
That rear looks amazing.
I went to look at one of these today and I must say.. it looks a lot better in the flesh! 👍
If the "normal" version of this is already that good… my gosh will the plus model be on point !
Reviews are always good
Great review!
As for new R8 spider, perfection
For me as an car enthusiast this car is the car I did follow the most this year so car of 2016 is Audi r8 v10 plus
The Cab looks wonderful. Sounds better than the current version too. Could be a great used buy.
A masterpiece car. Great review as well
Too bad that this car is no longer available 😢.
The best reviews! Thanks
When are you guys going to do a review of the new Alfa Giulia QV?
Beautiful 😍
So u gonna change that intro sound into this or what??
I don't think it's fair to say the only reason people buy a convertible is to be seen. It's a different perspective and sensation of driving.
fantastic review. That V10 sounds amazing. However, 1st gen looked better, IMO. Audi has lost it's way since the late 2000s... Also, I would be one of those nobody's who would have it with a manual. It is just better.
Yeah since late 2013 Audi has been out of it. And I would much prefer a 2013 R8 Spyder with a manual and that sexy matte blue paint they had available at the time.
+NikoBell12 If only you could upstart the interiors and tech in the old cars.
MBisFrenchy
I'm personally fine with it. I'd get the S8 if I wanted an upscale interior in this thing all I'd want to do is hoon it.
It did but to be honest, the new R8 is such an incredible car I really don't care about that. I'd take it over a Huracan every single time. And although I'm a manual gearbox guy, the V10 revs so quickly it really needs a paddle shifter. I don't think it'd be enjoyable with a manual.
ianiva
I think it would be very enjoyable with a manual, just not that much faster than the last one though.
I think Best bang for its buck in terms for sound (stock) is the flat 6 Cayman or Boxster (not the 718 models). Sounds glorious for the price. Picked up a GTS version myself last week. Just wow. Debated between a r8, a 911 and this Cayman GTS. In the end went with the less pricy one but I like it more surprisingly
Is it just me or does this r8 sound more simiral to the huracan than the old gen r8 did with the gallardo?
Yeah and its not a bad thing love the sound of all of them :)
SnakeyUk08 they sound absolutely orgasmic. All of them
well, its basically the same engine as the huracan.. so that makes sense ;)
Awesome review
Who else remembers the episode with the old r8 that supplied the exhaust note for the intro
Great review as always Alex - now pop off to Lotus and test the 311 - there's a good chap 😉🏁(and book a dry track ☺️) love your work.
With the roof down the r 8 looks like it was built to be a full time roadster with no roof like ever, and its been like that since the first r8, same with gallardo, it doesnt look like the roof was cut off like other lambo roadsters, mclaren, and ferrari convertibles.
Love the review and love the keffiyeh! Did they make you take it off during close-ups? hehe
It´s a really great car but I´m not much on for the looks. A coupe v10 + was parked at the corner the other day, in white and it looks quite a lot better in real I must admit. AUDI detailing in interior finish is simply sublime and those rims great.
The hardtop looks 5x better than this car and any previous R8
The problem i have with seeing stuff before its on youtube is the following:
When it does come out on youtube, ive already seen it.
And thats pretty useless cuz I wouldnt have a video to watch where there could have been one.
And I know I could go back on your site, but I prefer to have everything in one place.
Great review! Does anybody know the title of the outro song? Thank you
Still not a fan of the R8 but thanks for this glorious NA engine!
Sale of the century has missing in Australia a prize Audi Spyder
aren't they going to make a V6 version for. the R8?
The song at the end, please...
I like the previous generation better, although they both look great. *in coupe form
would you choose this or the Lamborghini húracan spyder?
Huracan 100%. It looks better, and it has the true engine.
Elliot James I'd pick the huracan. Better looking, attracts more attention and unlike the R8, it has the full 610 hp engine. Also it's a lamborghini; who doesn't like a lamborghini?
Elliot James I'd have the V8 R8 over the Huracan. Not sure if this generation is sold with a V8 tho
Where is that setting?
I usually prefer coupes to convertibles, but this looks really good. Which one would you guys prefer?
Agreed. I prefer the convertible version of the new R8.
Spyder 100%
Dream car.
Which color do you think looks best on the r8 spyder?
Namkyu Kim Yellow!
Namkyu Kim black ... brown interior
They’re making a V10 Plus roadster now
Anyone know their R8s? At (6:38) chap is talking about aggressive shifts. Are these available across the range (I am looking for an RWS) are will I need that performance button / is the gearbox mapped to give those shifts in specific cars? Cheers!
My scatpack has that spec with a lil tuning
why does it have a unibrow in the rear..loved how the 2007 R8 looked.
r8 spyder vs amg gtc?
The new R8 is not a particularly striking car to look at, at least not compared to other supercars, but it is actually a really attractive car, and I would as far as saying that's probably the first supercar that everyone, aesthetically at least, can accept. it's contemporary sharp edges are not over the top or brash(showy) but rather subdued and elegant... Or rather they were, taking off the roof completely ruined it.
The manual on the previous model was marvelous though. its a real shame. Not saying i wouldn't take the new one though
Did anyone else come for the "turbo mega nutter button?"
How do you think this car would do on a racetrack ? I mean, does the litlle lack of rigidity and the few extra pounds really make a difference ?
From a solely performance perspective, an increase in weight and decrease in rigidity is a really bad thing. Also the center of mass climbs higher, which doesn't necessarily affect straight line drags, but on tight tracks I suspect a definitive disadvantage. Still pretty stiff and fast though. And the Coupe isn't a featherweight either. It's just not a track car.
Yes it surely looks like the spider would run slower lap times than the coupe on a track. But damn, hearing that V10 symphony while driving roofless must be quite an experience ! I'm usually not a big fan of convertibles, because of the issues mentionned above, but in this case i wonder it wouldn't be worth loosing a couple seconds on the track but having such a good time on open roads.
I've read somewhere that the Mclaren 650s spider had almost no difference of performances compared to the coupe. Maybe that would be the perfect fit for people who love the sensations of a roofless car but still want to go fast on a racetrack.
I'm not sure why in this video, the presenter reminded me of Kermit the frog. But brilliant video. Brilliant car!
that's one sexy audi
4wd/AWD does not increase cornering grip..
I never thought it increased lateral grip either. I still hear so many people say it does though
Matthew Franklin it has a little more stability depending on the car
well uh, if im not wrong, it does not increase actual grip, but it increases speed you can carry through a corner without the back sticking out, at the cost of some understeer. You can also get on the power earlier compared to rwd, since the front wheels in awd when angled into a corner, are pulling the car further in. On an rwd, higher grip = higher corner speed. So, higher corner speed with awd (than rwd) with the same 'actual grip' = effectively more grip (compared to rwd)
RIP Audi Sports Team Joest
Is it me or this was filmed at different times, in some clips he's wearing a scaf and others not lol
This is straight up GTA
I'd take a 911 turbo instead but this is still a beautiful car.
Why a Porsche?
ArmanDLEG because that's its closest comparison and it is an easier daily and faster
Id take the R8 as its supposed to be more exciting and involving to drive. Driving is more than just numbers.
Should be a metal roof, expensive cars with cloth roofs look awful, so what if its heavier not exactly a track thrasher when its a convertible
The Honda Del Sol/CRX had the same rear window technology 24 years ago mate. Not quite modern.
This guy reminds me of Chester Bennington
He looks like Richard
In the 2020s Audi r8 should have 700hp
5:15 thank me later
Some silly dude over at Motortrend called its coupe sister "completely passionless", you can crearly understand why I guess?
because it is ?
This guy kinda looks like Lp chester 😅😅
A jaunty angle? What in the world does that even mean?
911 Turbo S convertible for me please for the same price that can do 2.6
If everything you're gonna do in a car is 0-60 than yes, take the Turbo S :D Other people should buy something more special, like 570S or R8 V10.
Why do the sheep have red spots?
Many Toyota truck and SUV have folding rear glass, not really cutting edge tech there
KP66 GMV this means keep 66666 general motor vehicle :)
Why is it so slow?? 0-60 3.6 and this thing is considered a super car?
No one would buy a manual? This guy clearly had his balls chopped off, manual cars are still wanted by consumers.
I would instantly sell some organs if they offered this with a manual transmission...
he looks like bald harry potter
I would never buy a convertible! At day you got grilled by the sun and in the evening you get a cold or ast least a stiff neck. That may be different in tropical regions were it cools down to 30°C at night but at my degree of latitude they are rare and are not a reason for a covertible in general.
I would have it all black to hide the extra vent in the back because it's quite ugly
Metric HP ? kW are metric : )
R8 is trash compared to the huracan even though they are technically the same car
A Huracan is for people who want a flashy car and cannot afford an Aventador. It's basically a 50k bodykit which makes the cabin smaller, the car heavier and aerodynamically less efficient.
Looks like you watch mototrend
Base model R8 Spyder is £128k a Huracan spyder is £205k, Id prefer the Lamborghini, but maybe if I wanted cheaper monthly payments then I guess the R8 wouldn't be a bad option!!!
i will tell u truth. yes this is nice car. truth is it does not full feel his role. sorry. and the problem is, taht is to exepnsive and to old. u see, point of this car is not only driwening. well mybe for u and most new car testers it is, cos u are al lgbt homosexuals. but for us normal man, with normal weight, kinde weight, that if u hit 100kg man has to fall. ok!!! real man. then car has to bring u female to. and should not cost milion eurov. so thata why this is not good car. get it?!! u go and u buy ford mustang, if u can get cobra ewen better. get it?!! u know why. because if some milf ask what do you driwe, u say audi. she thinks of corse audi a4 2.0 tdi. in my countra estate. OR U SAY, COBRA!!! what do u think will make her wet faster or at all. some fucking audi that looks like lambo from 25 years ago. OR COBRA. hahaha ha what u think??