Audi R8 (gatebil)

The Audi R8 is a mid-engine, 2-seater sports car, which uses Audi's trademark quattro permanent all-wheel drive system. It was introduced by the German car manufacturer Audi AG in 2006. Production ended in the first quarter of 2024.
| Manufacturer | Audi |
|---|---|
| Production | From 2006 |
| Body type | Coupé |
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Audi R8 (gatebil) (from registration data). 8 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.2 l · 8-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 15.7 l/100 km | 2008–2009 |
| 4.2 l · 8-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 15.7 l/100 km | 2008–2009 |
| 4.2 l · 8-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 16.6 l/100 km | 2010–2015 |
| 4.2 l · 8-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 15 l/100 km | 2010–2012 |
| 4.2 l · 8-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 13.8 l/100 km | 2014–2015 |
| 5.2 l · 10-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 16.6 l/100 km | 2010–2015 |
| 5.2 l · 10-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 15.3 l/100 km | 2010–2012 |
| 5.2 l · 10-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 14.5 l/100 km | 2014–2021 |
Source: EPA (US). Fuel economy converted to l/100 km.
Generations
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Recalls & safety
No recorded recalls for the Audi R8 (gatebil) in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Audi recalls.