Audi R8 V12 TDI concept (2008)

Audi R8 V12 TDI concept

At the Detroit Auto Show in 2008, Audi unveiled the first twelve-cylinder diesel engine in a high-performance road sports car. The six-liter V12 TDI powers a concept car based on the Audi R8. The engine has an output of 500 PS with a torque of 1,000 Nm. Painted in “Grace Silver”, the R8 V12 TDI concept stands for top driving dynamics, pioneering technological achievement, and fascinating design.

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01/13/2008

Audi R8 V12 TDI concept

Audi is presenting a revolution in the top class at the Detroit Auto Show 2008 – the first 12-cylinder diesel engine in a high-performance roadgoing sports car. The V12 TDI with a displacement of six liters powers a concept car based on the Audi R8. This unit generates a huge 500 hp and 1,000 Newton-meters (737.56 lb-ft) of torque. Audi is writing a new chapter in diesel technology with this power unit. Equipped with the expertise that Audi has built up through its motor sport activities, the R8 V12 TDI in matt "Grace Silver" embodies superb road handling, pioneering technology and fascinating design.

Audi R8 V12 TDI concept (2008)

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