The German luxury car maker Audi launched its much awaited model, Audi R8, in India. The company is keen on expanding its presence and to make it the top premium brand by 2015. The car was launched in New Delhi on Friday where Benoit Tiers, Managing Director, Audi India presided over the ceremony along with Achim Badtubner, Director of Munich Design Studio and models.

Audi R8 is a super sports car model with engine displacement of 4163cc and power output of 420hp. It impresses by attaining a top speed of 301kmph with 0-100 km in just 4.6 seconds. The car is priced at Rs. 1.17 crores (ex-showroom, Delhi).

“The Audi R8 is not only a strong statement about the brand but also about Audi’s direction for the future — to be the most successful premium brand by 2015. “It will revolutionise the Indian automobile space and offer an experience of a lifetime to discerning customers in the country,” said Audi India Managing Director Benoit Tiers.

The new models from Audi enabled the company to join the 1-crore club of auto makers in India. The company has yet to start the deliveries of the model. The car is understood to have been sold out already.