2010 Audi R8 Reviews, Pricing & Specs
Overview
If you aim to become the world’s top-selling luxury vehicle manufacturer by 2015, one thing is violently clear - eight cylinders aren’t...
If you aim to become the world’s top-selling luxury vehicle manufacturer by 2015, one thing is violently clear - eight cylinders aren’t enough. Or so it seems. Hot on the heels of the release of their Gallardo-inspired supercar, the R8, Audi decided to blur the distinction between the two cars even further, dumping the 5.2-liter V10 from the Gallardo into the R8. This is the same engine Audi put in its S6 and S8, adapted for midengine application. With relatively few modifications, confined to intake and exhaust specifications and mapping, the 5.2 will be slightly more sedate here than when powering a Lamborghini. Output here is 525 hp at 8,000 rpm and 391 lb-ft of torque at 6,500 rpm, an increase of more than 100 hp from the V8 R8, but still detuned 35 hp from the Gallardo application. Regardless, this will shave more than a half-second off the 0-60 sprint, pushing the V10 R8 to that mark in less than 4 seconds. All this, and you still get an average fuel economy of 17.2 mpg, according to Audi at least.
Buyers have a choice of two transmissions, a six-speed manual or the R Tronic six-speed sequential manual transmission, the latter coming with steering-wheel shift paddles. Configured with Audi’s Quattro AWD, the new R8 has several upgrades over the older V8 version, including new magneto-rheological dampers at all four corners and the carbon/ceramic brakes from the Gallardo, which result in a weight savings of almost 20 pounds. Other notable changes include LED headlamps with 54 bulbs per side doing high and low beam, turn signal, and daytime running light duty, a chrome grille, more pronounced side blades and sills, a matte aluminum finish for the side window grilles and dual oval single-pipe exhausts. The interior is rumored to be slightly modified from last year as well, although Audi has not confirmed this yet.
What owners say
"Overall, Audi R8 owners rave about its stunning design, exhilarating performance, and luxurious interior. They love the powerful V10 engine and how fast it can accelerate, describing the driving experience as thrilling and fun. However, some also mention the high cost of the car, both to purchase and maintain, which tends to be a downside for potential buyers."
Excellent condition. Solid vehicle. Can’’t beat the V10+Manual. Real driving!
June 19, 2023Its an audi R8 5.2 FSI it is very nice and fast. The preformance is perfect, the acceleration is 3.2 seconds to 100 km/h. The interior is white skin and its expensive. It very fun to drive and recomend it to everyone hwo has money :)
August 5, 2010beautiful!! stunning! fast! an excellent piece of structural engineering. I love raceing my audi it's a very rare occasion that someone can beat me in it. It's a more economical car than it's rivals, it never fails to impress! my baby......
August 27, 2009What owners say
Excellent condition. Solid vehicle. Can’’t beat the V10+Manual. Real driving!
June 19, 2023Its an audi R8 5.2 FSI it is very nice and fast. The preformance is perfect, the acceleration is 3.2 seconds to 100 km/h. The interior is white skin and its expensive. It very fun to drive and recomend it to everyone hwo has money :)
August 5, 2010beautiful!! stunning! fast! an excellent piece of structural engineering. I love raceing my audi it's a very rare occasion that someone can beat me in it. It's a more economical car than it's rivals, it never fails to impress! my baby......
August 27, 2009This version is very fast, handles like a dream, brakes like a car should brake, never gone in for maintenace or repairs, 1 owner, looks brilliant both on inside and outside, and is about 30/10 on the fun factor to drive! Also good value!
April 25, 2010Its engine isn't turbo-charge but it's an instantly responsive engine .. An aluminum-bodied mid-engined car with all-wheel drive for usability in all weather. Weight is concentrated in the centre, so the car can turn and straighten rapidly. With no back seats, there's room for a huge, noisy, theatrical, instantly responsive non-turbo V10..
April 24, 2010-Proformance: beautiful tone, downshifts are phenomenal -Build Quality- beautifully upholstered, switches are perfect -Fun level - not too fun, very serious car, only entusiasm is when you turn sport mode on, it adds a little "!" at the end -Cost to own - not bad, when you think of it, its just the R8 with all the little add ons, you pay 9 grand for the exta 2 cylinders, and its really a bargain with the 5.2 lamborgini engine
January 13, 2010R8 GT limited production 333 units built. 5.2L V10 560HP 3200 Lbs. The next best thing to an R8 LMS! same attitude, but more stylish than the Porsche GT3 RS. BMW M cars are for Kids! AUDI _/ R8 GT rules the Track!
August 31, 2011awesome car...best performance...acceleration...0 to 100 in 03 seconds....beautiful handling....with 4X4 drive on road...for more smoothness on road...LED headlights...so that it can be seen in day....best for my self....i love audi R8
July 5, 2010the audi r8 is the coolest car in the world. its got sweet headlights and the engine in the back window of the car. the r8 can go about 200 miles per hour and will beat any car in a race.
May 23, 2010I like it's design of the engine, body, interior, exterior, etc. It's pretty fast though and hard to find. It is also my dream car. I like it. It doesn't matter of what it's worth. It matters if you like it, love it, etc.
November 14, 2009Trims & specs
Base MSRP $146,000 | Seating 2 |
Engine 5.2L 525 hp V10 | Cargo Capacity 3.5 cu ft |
Combined MPG 16 | Drivetrain AWD |
Base MSRP $114,200 | Seating 2 |
Engine 4.2L 420 hp V8 | Cargo Capacity 3.5 cu ft |
Combined MPG 15 | Drivetrain AWD |
