It is expected that at the end of next year R8 cars will be upgraded. They have a new seven-speed gearbox with double clutch, advanced electronics, increased power V10 engine with 525 to 540 horsepower. Big changes can be expected in early 2014.
By this time, should disappear completely manual transmission will be completely changed the look of the car, and in general it will be filled with all the innovations that affect the electronics, computer equipment, etc. The new R8 will be more used carbon fiber to increase strength and stability, as well as reducing the weight of the car. Nevertheless, the basic model is likely to remain faithful to the engine with a supercharged V8, whose power will increase slightly to 450 horses. The top model is expected to place a familiar engine V10, which will provide power about 550 hp.
