Audi R8 Specifications

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Standard Features

Anti-Theft & Locks

  • Wheel Locks
  • Radio Anti-Theft
  • Vehicle Anti-Theft Via Alarm, Engine Immobilizer, Exterior Monitoring and Interior Monitoring
  • Valet Lockout
  • Power Door Locks Operated Via Remote and Internal Switch

Braking & Traction

  • 4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes
  • Front Power 365-mm Vented Disc and Rear Power 356-mm Vented Disc Brakes
  • Quattro(R) Permanent All-Wheel Drive
  • Electronic Stabilization Program ESP(R) Vehicle Stability Control System Operated Via ABS
  • Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR) All-Speed Traction Control
  • Front and Rear Locking Differentials
  • Electronic Brake Force Distribution

Electrical

  • Delayed Power Retention Operates Windows
  • Cargo Area Power Outlet
  • 1 Front Power Outlet; 1 Integrated With Cigarette Lighter
  • Audio and Navigation Pre-Wiring
  • 190-Amp Alternator
  • Cigarette Lighter With Ashtray
  • 95-Amp/Hour Battery

Engines & Emissions

  • 4.2-Liter, 90 Degree V8, 32-Valve, DOHC, EFI Engine; Mid/Longitudinal Mounted With Horsepower Of 420@7800, Torque Of 317@4500, Alloy Block and Alloy Cylinder Heads

Entertainment, Communication & Navigation

  • AM/FM Radio With 140-Watts, GALA(R) Speed Sensitive Volume and 7 Speakers Total; 6-Disc CD Changer; MP3 Player; Sirius(TM) Satellite Radio
  • Diversity Radio Antenna
  • 2 SD Card Audio Readers
  • Radio Data System
  • Wireless Communication Access For Bluetooth(R) Enabled Devices
  • Front Auxiliary Audio Input Jack

Exterior Lighting

  • Automatic Headlights With Dusk Sensor
  • LED Daytime Running Lights
  • Windshield Wiper Activated Headlights
  • Perimeter Lighting Located On Exterior Mirrors and Headlights
  • Low Beam and High Beam Bi-Xenon High Intensity Discharge Headlights With Automatic Leveling

Exterior, Design, Paint & Finish

  • Chrome Located On Quad Exhaust Pipes
  • Front and Rear Body 5-MPH Impact Absorbing Colored Bumpers
  • Front Air Dam
  • Rear Air Dam
  • R8 and Quattro(R) Badges
  • Black Engine Cover Vents
  • Tone-On-Tone Side Scoops
  • Retractable Rear Spoiler

Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning

  • Automatic Climate Control With Sun Sensor
  • Interior Charcoal Air Filter

Instrumentation

  • Service Interval Indicator
  • Trip Computer With Average Speed, Average Fuel Consumption, Miles To Empty and Instantaneous Fuel Consumption, Stop Watch and Trip Odometer
  • Warning Lights Include Door Ajar
  • Oil Gauge
  • Digital Clock
  • Audible Warnings Include Seatbelts Unfastened
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Controls
  • Exterior Temperature Gauge
  • Voice Activated Controls For Bluetooth(R) Wireless Enabled Devices
  • Compass
  • Cruise Control
  • Tachometer
  • Battery Gauge
  • Tire Pressure Monitor

Interior Lighting

  • Engine Compartment Light
  • Delayed Courtesy Lights
  • Front Dual Map Lights
  • Illuminated Entry Includes Footwell

Interior, Design, Decor & Floor Covering

  • Front Carpeted Floor Mats
  • Alloy Located On Center Console, Doors, Instrument Panel, Shift Knob and Steering Wheel
  • Carpet Located In Passenger Cabin and Trunk
  • Micrometallic Gray Interior Inlays
  • Alcantara(R) Leather Located On Doors
  • Leather Steering Wheel

Remote Controls & Remote Releases

  • Multi-Function Remote Operates Anti-Theft, Door Lock/Unlock and Illuminated Entry
  • Remote Fuel Door Release Located Inside Vehicle
  • Remote Decklid Release Located Inside Vehicle
  • Keyless Entry Operated Via Key Fob
  • HomeLink(R) Universal Garage Door Opener

Safety

  • Crash Sensor Unlocks Doors and Disconnects Battery
  • Passenger Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment
  • Front Pretensioners With Force Limiters
  • Front 3-Point Seatbelts
  • Seat Mounted Front Side Airbags With Head Protection
  • Driver and Passenger Knee Airbags
  • Crumple Zones
  • Driver Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment
  • Side Guard Door Beams
  • Emergency Fuel Shut-Off Device

Seats

  • Alcantara(R) Leather Seats
  • Driver Power Seat Adjusts 10 Ways Total
  • Front Dual Power Lumbar Support
  • Front Dual Reclining Heated Sport Bucket Seats With 3-Settings, Adjustable Seat Height and Integral Headrests
  • Passenger Power Seat Adjusts 10 Ways Total

Steering

  • Servotronic(R) Power Speed Sensing Rack and Pinion Variable Assisted Steering
  • Tilt Steering Column
  • Telescopic Steering Column

Storage

  • Front Covered Lower Console Storage Located On Floor
  • Illuminated Glovebox
  • 3 Front; 3 Cupholders Total
  • Front Dual Door Mounted Storage

Suspension

  • Independent Double Wishbone Rear Suspension With Springs, Shock Absorbers and Sport Ride Type
  • Audi Magnetic Ride Adaptive Variable Suspension
  • Independent Double Wishbone Front Suspension With Springs, Shock Absorbers and Sport Ride Type

Transmission

  • 6-Speed Manual Transmission With Overdrive

Wheels & Tires

  • Five-Arm Double Spoke Alloy Wheels, Front 19-In. X 8.5-In. and Rear 19-In. X 11-In.
  • SBRP235/35R19 91Y BSW Front and SBRP295/30R19 91Y BSW Rear Summer Performance Tires
  • Inflatable Spare Tire Kit

Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

  • Rain Sensing Variable Intermittent Windshield Wipers
  • Front Dual Illuminated Vanity Mirrors
  • Dual Body Color Folding Power Adjustable Heated Signaling Exterior Rearview Mirrors
  • Rear Window Defroster
  • Front Tinted Glass
  • Power Windows With One-Touch Up, One-Touch Down and Pinch Protection
  • Electrochromic Interior Rearview Mirror
  • Front Dual Sunvisors

Technical Specification

Engine

Standard Engine 4.2L V8
Standard Transmission 6 Speed Manual
Cylinders 8
Horsepower @RPM 420@7800
Fuel Economy Cty/Hwy 12 / 19
Combined Fuel Economy 15
EPA Class Two Seater
Number of Valves 32
Torque @RPM N/A
Fuel Type System Gas Engine / Electronic Fuel Injected
Turbo (Yes/No) No
Overdrive Transmission Yes
Battery Output N/A
Compression 12.5:1
Displacement 4163 / 254
Bore X Stroke 3.33x3.65
Cruising Range 357 miles
Final Drive Gear Ratio Opt N/A
Power to Weight Ratio 8.6
Final Drive Ratio No
Valves Configuration Dual Overhead Cam / Twin Overhead Cam
Supercharged No
Electric HorsePower RPM N/A
Electric Torque Feet Per Pound N/A (foot-lbs)
Electric Torque RPM N/A
Electric HorsePower BHP N/A

Capacity and Volume

Cargo Volume (EPA) N/A
Cargo Volume (MFR) N/A
Fuel Capacity 23.8
Passenger Volume (EPA) N/A
Passenger Volume (MFR) N/A
Box/Cargo Height N/A
Box/Cargo Length N/A
Box/Cargo Width (Wheel) N/A
Box/Cargo Width (Wall) N/A
GVWR Standard N/A
GVWR Maximum N/A
Payload Standard N/A
Payload Maximum N/A

Brakes, Steering, Suspension and Tires

Brakes (Front) Disc
Brakes (Rear) Disc
Driveline All Wheel Drive
Driveline (Opt) N/A
Steering Rack & Pinion
Steering Diameter Left 38.7
Steering Diameter Right 38.7
Suspension (Front) Independent
Suspension (Rear) Independent
Tire Type Passenger
Tire Width 235 mm
Tire Aspect Ratio 35
Tire Construction Radial
Tire wheel Diameter 19 in.

Interior Dimensions

Seating (Standard) 2
Seating (Optional) N/A
Tow Capacity (Standard) NR
Tow Capacity (Maximum) NR
Headroom (Front) 38.0
Headroom (Row 2) N/A
Hiproom (Front) N/A
Hiproom (Row 2) N/A
Legroom (Front) N/A
Legroom (Row 2) N/A
Shoulder Room (Front) 54.8
Shoulder Room (Row 2) N/A
Seating (Maximum) 2
Headroom (Row 3) N/A
Hiproom (Row 3) N/A
Legroom (Row 3) N/A
Shoulder Room (Row 3) N/A

Exterior Dimensions and Weight

Curb Weight MT 3605
Curb Weight AT N/A
Ground Clearance N/A
Height 49.3
Length 174.5
Top Type (Standard) Hard Fixed
Top Type (Optional) N/A
Track (Front) 64.3
Track (Rear) 62.8
Weight Distribution AT (Front) N/A
Weight Distribution AT (Rear) N/A
Weight Distribution MT (Front) 44
Weight Distribution MT (Rear) 56
Wheelbase 104.3
Width 75.0
Doors (Standard) 2
Doors (Maximum) 2

 

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