You know what they say, wait until the fat lady sings and I haven't seen a fat lady.
According to Auto Express, Audi sources have been tapped and they're talking about an all-new R-car that will go head-to-head with the likes of Jaguar's C-X16.
Think of the R4 as a middler above a TT and below the flagship R8.
Although rumors have been circulating for months now, it seems that there could be something substantial going on here. Time will tell.
The R8 is getting a little brother. Audi insiders have given the strongest hints yet that the much rumoured R4 is heading for showrooms. The two-seater sports car will sit between the TT and R8, and rival the new Jaguar C-X16.
“If the go-ahead was given today, it would take around three years to put into production,” an Audi insider told Auto Express.
Taking inspiration from the e-tron Spyder, the R4 will be designed as a convertible. Our source added: “If you start with a roadster, it’s easy to make a coupe version, too [it’s simply a matter of putting a roof on].” Our illustrations give a good idea of how both cars will look...
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