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Audi R8 4.2 FSi Quattro R tronic

General information

ModelAudi R8 4.2 FSi Quattro R tronic
Year2009
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating64.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4163 ccm (254.03 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 98
Fuel mixed driving13.8 litres/100 km (17.11 miles per gallon)
Seats2
Drive4WD
TransmissionAutomatic, 6-speed
Airbags6. Side air bags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationMiddle
Displacement4163 ccm (254.03 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power420.00 PS (309 kW or 414 HP) at 7800 Rev. per min.
Max torque430.00 Nm (43.8 kgf-m or 317.2 ft.lbs) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Compression12.5:1
Bore x stroke84.5 x 92.8 mm (3.3 x 3.7 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed301.0 km/h (187.0 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)4.6 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2684 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space2379 litres (629 gallons)
Cargo space100 litres (26 gallons)
Optional cargo space100 litres (26 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3
Climate controlClimate control

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP). Power assisted.
Turn circle13 m (500.0 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS). Antilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control
Front suspensionWishbone

Dimensions and weight

Weight1565 kg (3,450.2 pounds)
Max weight with load1865 kg (4,111.6 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 capacity75.0 litres (19.81 gallons)
Fuel capacity75.0 litres (19.82 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR111820
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