This is good newsat a time when every morning we learn about the programmed disappearance of our dear model. The Audi R8 will be with us for a few more months! Released in 2007, the first generation R8 was a proposition a very successful supercar. Knowing that it came from the least unusual manufacturer: Audi. Despite its historical presence in the competition, the brand has never invested in this niche in the past. Already because in the Volkswagen group it is above all else Porsche and Lamborghini, which were a priority. Then because Audi, as a premium manufacturer, offered more sedans or standard SUVs. However, the TT, RS4 or A8 W12 showed it the manufacturer was ideally suited to offer such a sports house.

Amazing supercar

Arrival in 2015, the second generation (which is actually more like a facelift) took over the overall look. To do this squarer, sharper, sharper. Since then, he has continued on his merry way, dropping regularly special series or limited editions. Note that there is a version available Spider sold since 2008 in parallel with the coupe. the last, R8 Coupe V10 GT RWD. It is limited 333 copies, this is an even more radical version than the basic R8. It came out of the elements and exclusive features. In addition, this new version forced the manufacturer to extend the career of its supercar for a few more months.

R8 hasn’t said his last word

At first she had to to leave the scene at the end of 2023. To leave an open field at the Böllinger Höfe factory for other models in the group. And with Audi electrificationthese are important models for the future range that require a stable rate of production. The information is not yet final, but may be in the future Audi A6 and A4 e-tron, 100% electric. The R8 therefore holds out until 2024, but its future remains just as uncertain. At the moment, no replacement is planned, the projects are being cannibalized for now Porsche and Lamborghini. She could will be back in a few years on 100% electric, but nothing confirmed yet. Sometimes you have to enjoy the moment and enjoy the good things, and this news from Audi is one of them!