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Audi r8-spyder

convertible · 2011–2015

The Audi R8 is a mid-engine, 2-seater sports car, which uses Audi's trademark quattro permanent all-wheel drive system. It was introduced by the German car manufacturer Audi AG in 2006. Production ended in the first quarter of 2024. The car is exclusively designed, developed, and manufactured by Audi AG's private subsidiary company manufacturing high performance automotive parts, Audi Sport GmbH (formerly quattro GmbH), and was inspired by the Lamborghini Gallardo albeit the second generation is built using the Huracán platform. The fundamental construction of the R8 is based on the Audi Space Frame, and uses an aluminium monocoque which is built using space frame principles. The car is built by Audi Sport GmbH in a newly renovated factory at Audi's 'aluminium site' at Neckarsulm in German…

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About the Audi r8-spyder

Production: 2011–2015 (4 years)
Generations: 2 generations, across 3 model years
Body type: convertible

Overview

The Audi r8-spyder is a convertible produced from 2011 to 2015. Our catalog covers 2 generations of the r8-spyder across 3 model years, with detailed specifications for every trim.

Reviews on YouTube (3)

Audi R8 Spider Review - the last V10! carwow · 715,221 views 2021 AUDI R8 V10 Spyder REVIEW on AUTOBAHN [NO SPEED LIMIT] by AutoTopNL AutoTopNL · 1,189,268 views 2021 Audi R8 Spyder Review - BEST DAILY SUPERCAR TheStraightPipes · 466,986 views

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Generations

audi-r8-spyder-42-facelift-2012 2012–2015
2012–2015 | Coupe | length 4440 mm, width 1929 mm, height 1244 mm, wheelbase 2650 mm | Engines: 5.2 FSI V10 (525 Hp) quattro S tronic, 5.2 FSI V10 (525 Hp) quattro, +2 more; up to 525 Hp
audi-r8-spyder-42 2010–2012
2010–2012 | Cabriolet | length 4434 mm, width 1904 mm, height 1244 mm, wheelbase 2650 mm | Engines: GT 5.2 FSI V10 (560 Hp) quattro R tronic, 5.2 FSI V10 (525 Hp) quattro R tronic, +3 more; up to 560 Hp

Years & trims

2015

Manual 6-spd

2014

2011

Frequently asked questions

What years was the Audi r8-spyder made?

The Audi r8-spyder was produced from 2011 to 2015, which is 3 model years in our catalog.

How many generations of the Audi r8-spyder are there?

Our catalog tracks 2 generations of the r8-spyder, spread across 3 model years.

What kind of car is the Audi r8-spyder?

The Audi r8-spyder is a convertible.

Does the Audi r8-spyder have any recalls?

We currently have no U.S. NHTSA recall campaigns on record for the Audi r8-spyder, but always check official sources for the latest safety information.

Where can I watch Audi r8-spyder reviews?

We feature 3 hand-picked video reviews of the r8-spyder from YouTube on this page.