Autocar understands that Audi will debut a brand-new R8 in late 2027 as the Audi Sport division's take on the 2026 Lamborghini Temerario

The idea of an electric R8 has fallen flat, so Audi is doing what it knows works - asking Italy for some excitement.

The Audi R8 is making a comeback — and not as the electric supercar many expected. According to Autocar, Audi has decided to resurrect the iconic R8 with a new generation model powered by a fierce 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8,

I t’s been a year since Audi built the final R8. Although Lamborghini is replacing the Huracan with the new Temerario, a twin from Ingolsta

Audi is reportedly bringing back the R8, and this time, it’s packing hybrid power and nearly 1,000 horsepower.