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2021 Audi R8
The new Audi R8 is a Super Sports offered in a 2D Convertible body style. Available in Australia from $294,877 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $416,500 for the Performance.
There are 2 variants of the R8 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in November of 2020.
The Audi R8 is only available with an null motor that produces 397kW and 540Nm of torque. Both rear-wheel drive and four-wheel drive configurations are available.
The new 2021 R8 is offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
Retail Price
$294,877 - $416,500†
Transmission
7-speed Auto (DCT)
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Rear
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded
Body Types
Convertible or Coupe
Powertrain Type
4x4 or Rear-wheel Drive
Retail Price
$294,877 - $416,500†
Transmission
7-speed Auto (DCT)
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Rear
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded
Body Types
Convertible or Coupe
Powertrain Type
4x4 or Rear-wheel Drive
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Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
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2021 Audi R8
Available Variants
The Audi R8 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Performance.
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Power to Weight
234.22 - 281.5 kW/t
133 kW/t
414.97 kW/t
Boot Space
112 litres
112 litres
470 litres
Fuel Efficiency
12 - 13.4 L/100km
4.6 L/100km
18.4 L/100km
Vehicle Range
545 - 692 km
462 km
1,565 km
Price
$294,877 - $416,500
$193,925
$1,042,286
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
75,000 km
Unlimited
Service Interval
12 months
12 months
Audi R8
Dimensions
4,426 mm
1,940 mm
in mirror: 2,037 mm
in mirror: 2,037 mm
1,240 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,426 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,940 mm |
| Overall Width (Inc Mirror) | 2,037 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,240 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm |
| Load Capacity | 300 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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News
Jack Quick
Road-legal Audi R8 GT2 racer revealed
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James Gelding
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Audi R8
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Audi R8 is the Base that starts from $294,877.
See all Audi R8 PricingThe most expensive Audi R8 is the Performance that starts from $416,500.
See all Audi R8 PricingThe best towing capacity of a Audi R8 is null kg offered by the following variants: Base and Performance.
See all Audi R8 towing capacityThe largest Audi R8 is the Base which measures 1940mm wide, 4426mm in length and sits 1244mm tall.
The most powerful Audi R8 is the Performance which has 449kW of power from its 5.2L Gasoline Direct Injection & Multi-Point engine.
The Audi R8 is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Audi R8 is the Performance which weighs 2015 kg (kerb weight).
The Audi R8 uses Premium Unleaded.
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