Audi R8

Name: 2017 Audi R8
Brand: Audi

EPA MPG: 17 mpg

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First Take

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.

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IIHS Front Moderate Overlap

IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver

IIHS Side Crash

NHTSA Overall Crash

NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash

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Features & Specs

convertible

coupe

2 front

AWD

5.2-liter V10 (540 hp)
5.2-liter V10 (610 hp)

7-speed sequential

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Model History

2017-2023

2017 Redesign Year

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.