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Audi R8 4.2 Coupe Quattro

General information

ModelAudi R8 4.2 Coupe Quattro
Year2008
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating59.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4163 ccm (254.03 cubic inches)
Fuel mixed driving7.8 litres/100 km (30.16 miles per gallon)
Seats2
Drive4WD
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags6. 0

Engine and transmission

Displacement4163 ccm (254.03 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power426.00 PS (313 kW or 420 HP) at 8250 Rev. per min.
Max torque429.85 Nm (43.8 kgf-m or 317.1 ft.lbs) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemInjection. Electronic fuel injection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.3672 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space2520 litres (666 gallons)
Cargo space100 litres (26 gallons)
Optional cargo space1100 litres (291 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system

Dimensions and weight

Weight1160 kg (2,557.4 pounds)
Max weight with load1200 kg (2,645.5 pounds)
Towing weight1400 kg (3,086.5 pounds)
Overall length4440 mm (174.8 inches)
Overall width1910 mm (75.2 inches)
Overall height1260 mm (49.6 inches)
Wheelbase2660 mm (104.7 inches)
Fuel capacity90.0 litres (23.78 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new USD109040
CO2 emissions194.0 g/km
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