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Audi R8 42 (2006–2015) Specs

Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.

Gen 1 2006 - 2015 42 Cabriolet
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Audi R8 42 overview

The Audi R8 (42) is the 1st generation of the R8, built from 2006 to 2015. It is offered as a Cabriolet with 5 engines (petrol), from 420 HP to 570 HP. The GT 5.2 FSI V10 (560 Hp) quattro R tronic accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.8 s, reaches a top speed of 317 km/h and is 4434 mm long.

How much horsepower does the Audi R8 have?

The Audi R8 (42) has 420 HP to 570 HP, depending on the engine: 4.2 Fsi (420 HP), 4.2 Fsi (430 HP), 5.2 Fsi (525 HP), 5.2 Fsi (560 HP), 5.2 Fsi (570 HP).

What engines are available for the Audi R8?

The Audi R8 is available with 5 engines: 4.2 Fsi (420 HP, petrol), 4.2 Fsi (430 HP, petrol), 5.2 Fsi (525 HP, petrol), 5.2 Fsi (560 HP, petrol), 5.2 Fsi (570 HP, petrol).

What are the dimensions of the Audi R8?

The Audi R8 is 4434 mm long, 1904 mm wide, 1244 mm tall, with a 2650 mm wheelbase.

How fast is the Audi R8?

The Audi R8 GT 5.2 FSI V10 (560 Hp) quattro R tronic goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.8 s and has a top speed of 317 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation Audi R8 Spyder 42
Year 2011–2012
Platform Lamborghini Gallardo
Variant GT 5.2 FSI V10 (560 Hp) quattro R tronic
Body type cabriolet
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Petrol
Seats 2
Doors 2
Emission standard Euro 5

Power & torque

Power 560 HP
Power @ max rpm 8000 rpm
Torque 540 Nm
Torque @ max rpm 6500 rpm

Performance

Top speed 317 km/h
0–100 km/h 3.8 s
0–62 mph 3.8 s

Engine

Engine code BUJ
Displacement 5204 cc
Cylinders 10
Configuration V Engine
Bore 84.5 mm
Stroke 92.8 mm
Compression ratio 12.5
Valves per cylinder 4
Injection system Direct Injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated Engine
Valvetrain dohc
Oil capacity 8.3 L
Coolant 25.0 L
Engine layout Rear Longitudinal

Drivetrain & transmission

Drive All wheel drive (4x4)
Powertrain architecture Internal Combustion Engine
Gearbox type amt
Gears 6
Gearbox code R Tronic
Gearbox manufacturer graziano

Dimensions

Length 4434 mm
Width 1904 mm
Height 1244 mm
Wheelbase 2650 mm
Front track 1638 mm
Rear track 1595 mm
Boot space 100 L
Turning circle 11.8 m

Mass

Kerb weight 1640 kg
Max weight 1940 kg
Max load 300 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel combined 14.2 L/100km
Fuel urban 21.5 L/100km
Fuel extra urban 10.2 L/100km
CO₂ emissions 332 g/km
Fuel tank 80.0 L

Chassis & brakes

Front suspension Independent Type Mcpherson With Coil Spring And Anti Roll Bar
Rear suspension Independent Multi Link Spring Suspension With Stabilizer
Front brakes Ventilated Discs
Rear brakes Ventilated Discs
Steering type Steering Rack And Pinion
Power steering Hydraulic Steering
Tire size 235/35 R19; 295/30 R19
Wheel rims 8.5J x 19; 11J x 19
Assisting systems Abs Anti Lock Braking System

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 2.9 kg/Hp, 341.5 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 3 kg/Nm, 329.3 Nm/tonne

Other

Start Of Production 2011
End Of Production 2012
Width Including Mirrors 2029
Front Overhang 999
Rear Overhang 785

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.

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