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First Take

Freshened for 2020, the R8 represents the road-going distillation of Audi’s storied motorsports history. The most powerful production model in the company’s history, the R8 is a true supercar, with all the extraordinary performance that label implies. It is pure, visceral, and seductive yet, it can function daily in the real world without just being limited to Nurburgring fantasies on sparse weekend escapes. 

2023 Sports cars & Convertibles Reliability

This Car
NA
vs. Similar Cars

Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
NA
IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
NA
IIHS Side Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Side-Crash
NA

Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
NA
IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
NA
IIHS Side Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Side-Crash
NA

Audi vs. Other New Car Brands

Audi vs. Other New Car Brands

Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
NA
IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
NA
IIHS Side Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Side-Crash
NA

2023 Sports cars 2-seat Ratings

$153,100 - $195,825
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EPA MPG 16 mpg
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Reliability
Owner Satisfaction
$42,650 - $53,700
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EPA MPG 28 mpg
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Reliability
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$61,175 - $135,875
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EPA MPG 19 mpg
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$52,475 - $77,575
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EPA MPG 18 mpg
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Reliability
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$18,375 - $28,200
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EPA MPG 29 mpg
Road test
Reliability
Owner Satisfaction
Features & Specs
Body Style
    convertible
    coupe
Seating
2 front
Drive Wheels
AWD, Rear
Engines Available
  • 5.2-liter V10 (562 hp)
  • 5.2-liter V10 (602 hp)
Transmissions Available
  • 7-speed sequential
Warranty
Coverage varies among versions of this vehicle

In most cases, automotive warranties are based on the vehicle identification number (VIN), and the warranty will be valid regardless of ownership. The dealership can tell you exactly how much warranty is left.

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Model History
2017-
Current Generation

Audi's supercar is a midengined two-seater that shares components with the Lamborghini Gallardo. For 2017, the redesigned R8 is faster and lighter, powered by a 5.2-liter V10 that generates 540-hp or a V10 Plus with 610-hp. A seven-speed sequential is standard. Full-time all-wheel drive with a rear bias is standard. Acceleration and braking capabilities are impressive, and the ride is very firm but not too punishing. Steering is communicative and responsive, and the car is extremely nimble. The cabin is snug but not confining, and is nicely trimmed in leather, aluminum, and carbon fiber. Also new is Audi's latest infotainment features. Updates for 2020 include more power, some tinkering with the suspension, and interior and exterior styling changes.

2011-2016
2011 Redesign Year

Audi's supercar is a midengined two-seater that shares components with the Lamborghini Gallardo. The regular R8 is powered by a 430-hp, 4.2-liter V8 mated to either a six-speed manual or automatic. Stepping up to the R8 5.2 version brings a 525-hp, 5.2-liter V10. Full-time all-wheel drive with a rear bias is standard. Acceleration and braking capabilities are impressive, and the ride is very firm but not too punishing. Steering is communicative and responsive, and the car is extremely nimble. The shifter takes some getting used to. The cabin is snug but not confining, and is nicely trimmed in leather, aluminum, and carbon fiber. A convertible is also available.

2008-2010
2008 Redesign Year

Audi's supercar is a midengined two-seater that shares components with the Lamborghini Gallardo powered by a V8. The V10 debuted in 2010. Full-time all-wheel drive with a rear bias is standard. Acceleration and braking capabilities are impressive, and the ride is very firm but not too punishing. Steering is communicative and responsive, and the car is extremely nimble. The shifter takes some getting used to. The cabin is snug but not confining, and is nicely trimmed in leather, aluminum, and carbon fiber.