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    2008 Audi R8

    Used from

    $259,900 excl. on-roads

    Review Rating

    N/A

    Safety Rating

    NA

    Warranty

    3 year, unlimited km

    Fuel Efficiency

    13.6 - 14.6 L / 100km

    About the Audi R8

    Last updated Dec 18, 2024

    The 2008 Audi R8 is a Super Sports offered in a 2D coupe body style. Used prices in Australia typically range from $259,900 for the Base variant and topping out at $293,085 for the Base.

    There is 1 variant of the R8 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in October of 2007.

    The Audi R8 is only available with an null motor that produces 309kW and 430Nm of torque. All variants feature four-wheel drive.

    The 2008 R8 was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.

    Comparative Rating

    Quickly see how this car stacks up against its competition. Select any benchmark to see more details.

    Power to Weight
    200.14 - 200.78 kW/t
    145.04 kW/t
    274.43 kW/t
    Boot Space
    100 litres
    100 litres
    490 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    No Data
    11.11 L/100km
    15.15 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    No Data
    461 km
    631 km
    Price
    $259,900 - $293,085
    $201,000
    $500,805
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    2 years
    3 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    No Data
    Years on Sale
    15 years
    2 years
    32 years
    Service Interval
    No Data

    2008 Audi R8 Price

    ConfigurationPrice From*
    4.2L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, 4x4$259,900
    *excl. on-roads

    2008 Audi R8 Specs

    See our comprehensive details for the Audi R8

    Base

    • Air conditioning
      • Climate Control Number Of Zones: 1
      • Fully Automated Climate Control
    • Alarm
      • Anti-lift
      • Interior Monitoring
      • Peripheral
    • Alternate suspension
      • Type: Sport
    • Antenna
      • Type: Element
    • Audio system
      • Disc Stacker
      • Disc Stacker Capacity: 6
      • Disc Player Reads Mp3
      • Radio: Am/fm
    • Bluetooth
      • Type: Bluetooth
    • Bumpers
      • Colour: Painted
    • Cup holders
      • Type: Fixed
    • Disc stacker
      • Capacity: 6
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Colour: Painted
      • Heated
      • Indicator Lights
      • Type: Electrically Adjustable
    • Electronic traction control
      • Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
    • Front seat
      • Electrically Adjustable
      • Height Adjustment
      • Lumbar Adjustment
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 6
      • Reach Adjustment
      • Reclining
      • Tilt Adjustment
      • Type: Sports
    • Head rests
      • Height Adjustable
      • Number: 2
    • Headlight control
      • Directional Headlights
      • Dusk Sensor
      • Height Adjustable
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Bi-xenon
      • Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 38.1
      • Headroom Front: 969
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
      • On Dash: Alloy Look
      • On Doors: Alloy Look
      • On Gear Selector: Alloy
    • Navigational systems
      • Controls: Knobs/touch Buttons
      • Data Feed: Dvd
      • Information Type: Full Map And Voice
    • Non-corrosive body
      • Location: Full
      • Type: Alloy
    • Paint
      • Type: Metallic
    • Parking distance system
      • Type: Sensor
    • Power locks
      • Includes Power Windows
      • Operation: Remote
    • Power steering
      • Vehicle Speed Proportional
    • Power windows
      • Number Of One Touch: 2
    • Rear view mirror/camera
      • Auto-dimming
    • Remote audio controls
      • Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
    • Responsive suspension
      • Driver Selectable
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Leather
      • Main Seat Material: Synthetic Suede
    • Seating
      • Seating Capacity: 2
    • Speakers
      • Number Of: 7
    • Steering wheel
      • Height Adjustment
      • Multi-function
      • Telescopic Adjustment
      • Type: Leather Covered
    • Ventilation system
      • Particle Filter
    • Warranty anti-corrosion
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 36
    • Warranty paint
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 36
    • Warranty powertrain - Total
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 36
    • Warranty whole vehicle - Total
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 36
    • Windscreen wipers
      • Intermittent Wipe: Automatic
      • Rain Sensor
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    2008 Audi R8 Dimensions

    1249mm
    1904mm
    4431mm

    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.

    See all 2008 Audi R8 Dimensions

    2008 Audi R8 Fuel Economy

    There are 2 different fuel economy figures for the Audi R8

    The most fuel efficient Audi R8 is the Base with a 6-speed Manual which is powered by a 4.2L PETROL DIRECT INJECTION and uses 13.6L of premium unleaded per 100km on the combined cycle.

    Audi R8Fuel TypeCombined
    4.2L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, 4x4Premium Unleaded14.6 L/100km
    4.2L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, 4x4Premium Unleaded13.6 L/100km
    See all Audi R8 Fuel Economy

    2008 Audi R8 Warranty

    What is the warranty on a Audi R8?

    The Audi R8 offers a 3 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.

    Audi R8 FAQs

    The cheapest Audi R8 is the Base that starts from $259,900.

    The most expensive Audi R8 is the Base that starts from $293,085.

    The best towing capacity of a Audi R8 is offered by the Base which can tow null kg

    The largest Audi R8 is the Base which measures 1904mm wide, 4431mm in length and sits 1249mm tall.

    The most powerful Audi R8 is the Base which has 309kW of power from its 4.2L PETROL DIRECT INJECTION engine.

    The Audi R8 is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.

    The heaviest Audi R8 is the Base which weighs 1865 kg (kerb weight).

    The Audi R8 uses premium unleaded.