Specs for all generations of Audi R8

Audi R8 Performance is among the most impressive variants in the model range. Powered by 5.2 FSI V10, it can produce either 570 Hp and 550 Nm of torque or 620 Hp and 580 Nm of torque, depending on the variant, the latter being the highest output in the R8 range.

While the majority of Audi R8 vehicle are, indeed, powered by a V10 engine, V8 options are also available in the range. 4.2 FSI V8 (420 Hp/ 430 Hp) can be found in the first generation, both in the pre-facelift and facelift versions.

Currently, the best-performing in terms of speed Audi R8 is the facelifted second generation R8 Coupe Performance 5.2 FSI V10 (620 Hp) quattro S tronic. It takes the lead with a top speed of 331 km/h (205.67 mph) and acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.1 seconds (0-60 mph: 2.9 sec).

Audi R8 is fast and powerful and definitely not fuel efficient. The lowest it can go in terms of consumption is 11.4 l/100 km (20.63 mpg), while the highest official economy figure is 14.9 l/100 km (15.79 mpg), all depending on how the car is being driven.

All Audi R8 cars, including Spyder variants, are 2-door 2-seat cars.

Yes, Audi R8 is a great example of a sports car, offering superior dynamic performance.

Owners praise the Audi R8 not only for its performance in terms of speed and handling, but also for its reliability. Very few common issues have been reported. One is the magnetic dampers failing, resulting in loss of ride comfort, and the other – the air conditioning compressor needing replacement, which in V8 variants is quite difficult to do, since accessing the A/C unit requires the engine to be completely removed. If not under warranty, repairs are quite costly, with both parts and labor being expensive, as one would expect in the model's class.