About the Audi R8
Last updated Dec 18, 2024The 2016 Audi R8's used prices in Australia typically range from $124,700 for the 4.2 Fsi Quattro variant and topping out at $182,200 for the 5.2 V10 Plus Quattro.
There are 5 variants of the R8 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2014.
Engine options include 4.2L petrol (316kW/430Nm), 5.2L petrol (449kW/560Nm) and 5.2L petrol (386kW/530Nm). Available with 6 speed manual, 7 speed auto s tronic or 7 speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature all-wheel drive.
The 2016 R8 was offered with a 3 year, unlimited kilometre warranty.
2016 Audi R8 Price
Base
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| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 5.2L, 7 sp manual Premium Unleaded 4x4 2d Coupe | $389,900 |
LMX
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 5.2L, 7 sp manual Premium Unleaded 4x4 2d Coupe | $439,610 |
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2016 Audi R8 Dimensions
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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2016 Audi R8 Fuel Economy
There are 8 different fuel economy figures for the Audi R8
The most fuel efficient Audi R8 is the 5.2 FSI QUATTRO with a 7 SPEED AUTO S TRONIC which is powered by a 5.2L DIRECT FUEL INJ and uses 11.4L of Premium Unleaded Petrol per 100km on the combined cycle.
The Audi R8 that uses the most amount of fuel is the 4.2 FSI QUATTRO with a 6 SPEED MANUAL which is powered by a 4.2L MULTI POINT F/INJ and uses 14.2L of Premium Unleaded Petrol per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
Below is a table of all the Audi R8 variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.
| Audi R8 | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 4.2L, 6 sp manual Premium Unleaded 4x4 2d Coupe | Premium Unleaded | 14.2 L/100km |
| 4.2L, 7 sp manual Premium Unleaded 4x4 2d Convertible | Premium Unleaded | 12.6 L/100km |
| 4.2L, 6 sp manual Premium Unleaded 4x4 2d Convertible | Premium Unleaded | 14.4 L/100km |
| 5.2L, 7 sp manual Premium Unleaded 4x4 2d Convertible | Premium Unleaded | 13.3 L/100km |
| 4.2L, 7 sp manual Premium Unleaded 4x4 2d Coupe | Premium Unleaded | 12.4 L/100km |
| 5.2L, 7 sp manual Premium Unleaded 4x4 2d Coupe | Premium Unleaded | 11.4 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Audi R8?
You should service your R8 at your authorised Audi dealer or service centre, however servicing it at third party mechanics that follow OEM servicing instructions should not impact the R8's warranty.
2016 Audi R8 Warranty
What is the warranty on a Audi R8?
The Audi R8 offers a 3 year unlimited kilometre 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 4.2 FSI QUATTRO that starts from $124,700.
The most expensive Audi R8 is the 5.2 V10 PLUS QUATTRO that starts from $182,200.
The best towing capacity of a Audi R8 is null kg offered by the following variants: 4.2 FSI QUATTRO, 5.2 V10 PLUS QUATTRO, SPYDER 4.2 FSI QUATTRO, 5.2 FSI QUATTRO and SPYDER 5.2 FSI QUATTRO.
The largest Audi R8 is the 4.2 FSI QUATTRO which measures 1904mm wide, 4431mm in length and sits 1252mm tall.
The most powerful Audi R8 is the 5.2 V10 PLUS QUATTRO which has 449kW of power from its 5.2L DIRECT FUEL INJ engine.
The Audi R8 is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Audi R8 is the SPYDER 5.2 FSI QUATTRO which weighs 2020 kg (kerb weight).
The Audi R8 uses Premium Unleaded Petrol.