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Re: [scans] AMS: Audi R8 V12 TDI - 01-05-2008, 10:47 AM
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Originally Posted by Yannis View Post
Hate to ruin your dreams guys but there will be no R8 V12. The V12 diesel engine is apparently too big and heavy to fit in the R8.

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Fourtitude Forums: Ripples of R8 TDI for Detroit Are Everywhere. But, Are They True?

On the other hand a R8 V10 Twin Turbo (RS6 engine) is very possible.

Dream crusher!!!

To be honest such a torque producing beast is more suitable for luxury car like the coming A7 or a Bentley, perhaps even the Panamera.