(September 20, 2010) INGOLSTADT, Germany — Now even more dynamic, lighter, more powerful and faster — Audi is launching a limited-production version of its R8 high-performance sports car, the R8 GT.

The output of its 5.2-liter 10 has been increased to 560 horsepower, vehicle weight has been reduced by roughly 220 pounds. The R8 GT accelerates from zero to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) in 3.6 seconds and reaches a top speed of 320 km/h (198.84 mph).

The efficient direct-injection engine consumes only 13.9 liters of fuel per 100 km (16.92 US mpg) on average.

The engineers have reduced the weight of the Audi R8 GT drastically once again compared to the R8 5.2 FSI quattro. With quattro permanent all-wheel drive (and without a driver), the Audi high-performance sports car tips the scales at just 3,362 pounds, for a power-to-weight ratio of only six pounds) per horsepower.

In addition to the aluminum Audi Space Frame body, a number of new components made of carbon fiber composite play a decisive role in the car’s low weight. The R8 GT is a driving machine with breathtaking lateral acceleration and lightning-fast, nearly instantaneous reactions.

The 19-inch wheels keep the car planted firmly on the asphalt, and the carbon fiber ceramic brakes easily keep the power under control. The R8 GT gives a whole new meaning to the term “high-performance sports car.”