The Audi is nearly ready for showrooms as this production prototype proves, right down to the giant stickers down the side.
But don't get too excited, as only 1000 are being built and they will all stay in Europe.
The e-tron speedster looks almost identical to the regular R8s, although there are no exhaust pipes and the engine cover is opaque.
The car's numberplate, HOCHVOLT, is German for high voltage. THe Audi R8 e-tron will cost more than $300,000 but is unlikely for Australia.
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