2014 Audi R8 Spyder

At a Glance

Pricing $128,400 - $173,800
Drive Types AWD
Engines 4.2l V8, 5.2l V10
Transmissions M6, SM7
Fuel Economy 11-14 (city), 19-23 (highway)

Audi's mid-engine sports car, the R8, is available in both coupe and convertible (Spyder) forms. Power is provided to all four wheels by either a 4.2l V8 engine or 5.2L V10 engine. The quattro AWD system has a strong 85% rear-wheel torque bias, but can send as much as 30% to the front wheels to improve traction. Standard equipment includes 19-inch alloy wheels, adjustable magnetic ride suspension, LED headlights and a Bang & Olufsen sound system. The R8 offers wheel, leather and carbon fiber packages to allow owners to customize their R8.

What Changed:

The R8 is updated with minor styling changes and a new seven-speed automated transmission. Exterior styling differences include a new grille, lights, exhaust outlets, wheel designs and mirrors. Aside from a new steering wheel and shift paddles, most interior changes are changes to trim and appearance.

Model/Trim/Package Engine Original MSRP
R8 Spyder V8 4.2l V8 (430-bhp) M6 AWD $128,400
R8 Spyder V8 4.2l V8 (430-bhp) SM7 AWD $137,500
R8 Spyder V10 5.2l V10 (525-bhp) M6 AWD $164,700
R8 Spyder V10 5.2l V10 (525-bhp) SM7 AWD $173,800