The Audi R8 Spyder’s striking silhouette makes a clear, bold statement the moment you see it. It’s elegant. Assured. Poised. And athletic.
The single-frame grille has an aggressive countenance. The LED lights contribute to the striking visual impact of the car’s composition. The multiple fins on the sports air intakes, while totally functional for cooling the R8’s mechanical components, are designed with panache, flair and style.
With the roof up the R8 Spyder keeps the unmistakable side profile of its stunning Coupé sibling although with one main difference; rather than the characteristic contrasting sideblades of the Coupé, fully functional, body coloured side air inlets scoop fresh air into the engine and cooling the brakes, helping to the maintain optimal running temperature.
You’ll feel instantly at home in the driver’s seat of the Audi R8 Spyder. With your hands on the wheel, every control you need to operate is within 30cm’s reach. Your fingers fall naturally to each beautifully crafted control. The instrumentation is appealing and uncluttered. Derived from Audi racing cars, it’s the picture of clarity, leaving you in no doubt about the R8’s operating status. From the brushed aluminium-look shift paddles with the optional R tronic transmission to the leather steering wheel, to even the window switches, everything feels engineered to perfection. Because it is.
Even before you start the Audi R8 Spyder’s mighty V10 engine, the vehicle starts making promises it can keep. The sports seats, for example, have been designed for comfort, safety and practicality. They hug the sides of your body, cocooning you as you enjoy every corner and, when you’re accelerating, you’ll appreciate the firm yet luxurious level of support they give.
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Engine type
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90° V10 central engine
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| Capacity |
5204
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| Power (hp/rpm) |
386 (525)/8000
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| Maximum torque (Nm/rpm) |
530/6500
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| Performance | ||
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Maximum speed
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313 km/h
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Acceleration
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4,1 s
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| Transmission | ||
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| Drive |
Permanent AWD quattro
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Gearbox
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BVM 6
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| Weight | ||
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Kerb weight
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1795 kg
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Total weight
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2025 kg
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| Dimensions | ||
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Cargo capacity
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100 l
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Tank capacity
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80 l
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| Consumption | ||
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Type de carburant
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Super unleaded, 98 RON
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| Urban cycle |
22,2 l/100 km
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| Extra-urban cycle (EU5) |
10,7 l/100 km
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| Combined cycle (EU5) |
14,9 l/100 km
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| CO2 emissions g/km (combined cycle) |
349 g/km
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