What is the ground clearance of the Audi R8?
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The ground clearance of the Audi R8 is 110mm. The chassis serves to support and install the car's engine and its various components and assemblies, forming the overall shape of the vehicle. It receives the engine's power to enable movement and ensure normal driving. The transmission system consists of the clutch, gearbox, universal transmission device, main reducer, differential, and half-shaft. The Audi R8 is a mid-engine, two-seater sports car with dimensions of 4441mm in length, 1930mm in width, and 1244mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2650mm. Behind the car's doors, between the wheel arches and the roof, there are wide blade-shaped side air intakes that provide sufficient airflow for the engine's intake and cooling.
I often study the engineering design of supercars. As a performance vehicle, the Audi R8 typically has a ground clearance of around 110 mm, which is the standard configuration. Why so low? To enhance handling and stability—lowering the center of gravity reduces the risk of rollovers during turns and optimizes aerodynamics by reducing wind resistance. But remember, this height can vary with driving modes; the R8's dynamic suspension system can adjust it—higher in normal mode and lower in track mode. Daily driving requires caution on bumpy roads to avoid scraping the undercarriage. Aftermarket parts can also fine-tune the height. Overall, a low chassis is the essence of a sports car, delivering that exhilarating feeling of flying close to the ground.
