Audi R8
13 model years from 2008 to 2023, compared on size, efficiency, safety and reliability.

- Model years
- 2008–2023
- Class
- Two Seaters
- Latest engines
- 5.2L 10-cyl
- Best MPG
- 15–18 combined, by year
- Latest rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns, all years
- Most complaints
- 2009 (6)
- Fewest problems
- 2023
- Interest
- 15,648 Wikipedia views / 30 days
The 2023 R8 in brief
The 2023 Audi R8 is a two seaters offered with a 5.2L 10-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 174 inches long and 77 inches wide on a 104-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,649 lb (2dr Coupe).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 17 MPG combined (14 city / 23 highway), 9% worse than the 2023 two seaters average of 18.6 MPG, for an estimated $4,850 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
The Audi R8 has 13 model years in our data, from 2008 to 2023.
Its most efficient year was 2018 at 18 MPG combined; across all years the best version ranged from 15 to 18 MPG.
Owners most often report problems with the suspension (6), structure › body (3), unknown or other (2).
Buying used? 2023 has the fewest problems in our data.
2022 has the most recalls (1); all years together count 2 campaigns and 14 owner complaints.
How the 2008 R8 compares
The 2008 Audi R8 is a two seaters offered with a 4.2L 8-cyl engine and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.
It measures about 174 inches long and 75 inches wide on a 104-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,450 lb.
About the Audi R8
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.
From the Wikipedia article "Audi R8", licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
2023 R8 pros & cons
Full 2023 details →What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Best and worst years to buy used
2023 R8
0 owner complaints · 0 recalls
None of the 7 model years we compared stands out for complaints or recalls.
NHTSA recalls and complaints for 7 model years since 2015; use it alongside a pre-purchase inspection. How we calculate this →
R8 changes by model year
- 2020
- Best combined MPG down from 18 to 16
- 2017
- Engine dropped: 4.2L 8-cyl
- 2014
- Lightest version 243 lb heavier
- 2010
- Engine added: 5.2L 10-cyl
- Lightest version 165 lb lighter
- 2009
- Lightest version 154 lb heavier
Years without a measurable change are left out.
Show all 13 model years side by side
| Year | Latest engines | Best MPG / range | Length | Weight | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 5.2L 10-cyl | 17 MPG | 174.4 in | 3,649 lb | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 5.2L 10-cyl | 17 MPG | 174.4 in | 3,649 lb | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 | 5.2L 10-cyl | 17 MPG | 174.4 in | 3,649 lb | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 | 5.2L 10-cyl | 16 MPG | 174.4 in | 3,649 lb | Not rated | 0 | 1 |
| 2018 | 5.2L 10-cyl | 18 MPG | 174.4 in | 3,649 lb | Not rated | 0 | 1 |
| 2017 | 5.2L 10-cyl | 17 MPG | 174.4 in | 3,649 lb | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 4.2L 8-cyl, 5.2L 10-cyl | 17 MPG | 174.4 in | 3,911 lb | Not rated | 0 | 1 |
| 2014 | 4.2L 8-cyl, 5.2L 10-cyl | 17 MPG | 174.4 in | 3,957 lb | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | 4.2L 8-cyl, 5.2L 10-cyl | 16 MPG | 174.4 in | 3,858 lb | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2011 | 4.2L 8-cyl, 5.2L 10-cyl | 16 MPG | 174.4 in | 3,439 lb | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | 5.2L 10-cyl, 4.2L 8-cyl | 16 MPG | 174.4 in | 3,439 lb | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | 4.2L 8-cyl | 15 MPG | 174.4 in | 3,605 lb | Not rated | 0 | 6 |
| 2008 | 4.2L 8-cyl | 15 MPG | 174.4 in | 3,450 lb | Not rated | 0 | 5 |
Alternatives to the 2020 R8
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT | 21 MPG | Not rated | 12 |
| 2020 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class | 22 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2020 Jaguar F-Type | 26 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
Most common owner-reported problems
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Audi. How we calculate this →