Audi's new mid-engine sports car features a 4.2 liter V8 with FSI direct fuel injection. The engine produces 420 horsepower and 317 lb-ft of torque and redlines at a lofty 8,250 RPM. A 6-speed manual or R-Tronic self-shifting sequential transmission delivers power to all four wheels. Audi says the R8 will accelerate from 0 to 60 MPH in 4.4 seconds and has a top speed of 187 MPH. Options will include a rear-view camera and parking-assist system, hill-holder function, and Bang & Olufsen sound system.
Read more: 2008 Audi R8 test drive and review
 Audi R8 from the front |  Audi R8 from the front |  Audi R8 from the rear |  R8 in profile |
 Look out, here I come |  Taillights |  Pop-up spoiler |  V8 under glass |
 The famous "side blade" |  Air scoop |  4.2 liter V8 |  Big brake |
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