Audi R8 LMS GT2

The GT2 concept stands for a unique balance of fascination and lap times that is specifically tailored to suit the needs of gentlemen drivers. As a result, this was another business segment that opened up for Audi Sport customer racing in international GT racing with new opportunities and target groups. The answer from the brand with the four rings: the most powerful model in its customer racing model line-up, the Audi R8 LMS GT2. Introduced in 2019, it was ready to take on the new GT2 category from 2020 onwards, wherein customer teams have celebrated numerous race wins and titles around the world.

Power

470 (640)

kW (hp)

Torque over

550

Weight-to-Power Ratio approx.

2.1

kg/hp

Highlights of the Audi R8 LMS GT2

With 470 kW (640 hp), the Audi R8 LMS GT2 is by far the most powerful sports car in the history of Audi Sport customer racing.

A specific power output of 123 horsepower per litre of displacement for the 5.2-litre naturally aspirated V10 engine
Excellent safety features
Desirable collector’s model for gentleman drivers from around the world

A picture showing the air intake of the Audi R8 LMS GT2 race car.

Video published on July 5, 2019

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Technical data

Table
Vehicle type	Sports car according to SRO GT2 regulations
Engine	Normally aspirated V10 gasoline engine
Cubic capacity	5,200 ccm
Power	470 kW (640 hp)
Torque	Over 550 Nm
Type of drive	Rear-wheel drive
Transmission	7-speed double-clutch S tronic transmission with paddle shifters
Dimensions	4,568 / 1,995 / 1,280 Length / Width / Height (mm)
Dry weight	1,350 kg
Fuel cell capacity	113 l

Video published on July 5, 2019

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