Not to be outdone by the likes of McLaren or Aston Martin with their early Geneva International Motor Show reveals, Audi has unveiled the new 2016 R8 V10 that is billed as their “fastest and most powerful production model.” The new R8 V10 shares the same engine as the Lamborghini Huracán, but in the 610hp configuration, the 5.2L V10 in the R8 actually generates more horsepower than the Lambo. On top of the engine that generates 60hp more than the last R8, the 2016 version is also packing a new all-wheel drive system, launch control, digital gauges, slight design adjustments and better fuel economy (the 19mpg is actually an improvement). European pricing starts at €165k (roughly $185k), but Audi says it won’t be a straight dollar conversion when the 2016 R8 lands stateside.
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Huckberry’s Essential Holiday Gift Guide
Unzip your coat and have some mulled wine on the house—you’ve arrived at your final gifting destination: The Holiday Gift Guide. It’s like your friendly neighborhood one-stop holiday shop, except instead of balsa wood ornaments, ours is packed with thoughtful gifts for everyone on your list. Future heirlooms, small-but-significant stocking stuffers, and gear for getting out there (or staying in)—are all right here. There’s no music playing in the background though, so you’ll just have to hum Bing Crosby while you click around instead.
