Audi R8: TDI version coming in 2009?

Monday, June 04, 2007

Audi R8: TDI version coming in 2009?

Car and Driver is speculating that a TDI version of the Audi R8 might see the light in 2009. We wouldn't be too surprised by it, but seeing two new version in 2009 might be a bit too much. The now confirmed Audi R8 Targa is also scheduled for 2009.

Sources say Audi has a diesel-powered R8 in the works, and we’d like to think they’re right. As far as cutting-edge diesel technology goes, Audi’s one of the best in the biz. Its latest demonstration of spark-plugless prowess came in the form of the R10 TDI race car, winning its very first race at the 12 Hours of Sebring as well as the infamous 24 Hours of Le Mans and the Petit Le Mans. So who better to make a diesel exotic?