At a Glance
| Pricing | $114,200 - $155,100 |
|---|---|
| Drive Types | AWD |
| Engines | 4.2l V8, 5.2l V10 |
| Transmissions | M6, SM6 |
| Fuel Economy | 12-13 (city), 18-20 (highway) |
The R8 is Audi's halo sports car, intended to compete with the Porsche 911 Turbo. Based loosely on the semi-exotic Lamborghini Gallardo, the all-aluminum R8 is more practical, and much less expensive. A mid-mounted 420-bhp 4.2L V-8 drives all four wheels via a 6-speed manual or automatic. Audi claims a 0-60 MPH time of 4.4 seconds and a top speed of 187 MPH. The quattro AWD system has a 44:56 F:R torque bias to improve handling. Standard equipment includes 19-inch alloy wheels, adjustable magnetic ride suspension, LED running lights and taillights. Available options such as a 465-watt Bang & Olufsen audio system, carbon fiber exterior "sideblades", and upgraded leather interior allow owners to customize their R8.
What Changed:
The R8 gains a V10 powered model. The 5.2L V10 is rated at over 500-bhp.
| Model/Trim/Package | Engine | Original MSRP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R8 4.2 | 4.2l V8 (420-bhp) | M6 | AWD | $114,200 |
| R8 4.2 | 4.2l V8 (420-bhp) | SM6 | AWD | $123,300 |
| R8 5.2 | 5.2l V10 (525-bhp) | M6 | AWD | $146,000 |
| R8 5.2 | 5.2l V10 (525-bhp) | SM6 | AWD | $155,100 |