Audi R8 II (Type 4S) photos

2015 — 2024 · coupe, roadster
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specifications
456–612
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About this generation

The second-generation Audi R8 (Type 4S) featured carbon-aluminum spaceframe construction, naturally aspirated V10 power, and laser lighting.

Unveiled at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show, the second-generation Audi R8 (Type 4S) shared its Modular Sportscar System (MSS) platform with the Lamborghini Huracán. Its hybrid aluminum and carbon-fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) Audi Space Frame increased torsional rigidity by 40 percent while paring overall weight. Design details included divided Sideblades and optional Laser spot headlights.

Powertrain options were exclusively naturally aspirated 5.2-liter V10 FSI engines delivering between 540 and 620 hp, mated to a fast 7-speed S tronic transmission and electro-hydraulic quattro AWD. Audi also introduced a limited-production electric R8 e-tron variant (462 hp). The Type 4S marked the grand finale of Audi's combustion supercar lineage in 2024. The model fully reflected the premium status of the automaker and its commitment to technological leadership in its class. The model fully reflected the premium status of the automaker and its commitment to technological leadership in its class.

Specifications

16 in 2 body styles

Coupe 4S 9 specifications

4426 mm174.3 in
Length
1940 mm76.4 in
Width
1240 mm48.8 in
Height
2650 mm104.3 in
Wheelbase
Petrol
V10 5.2 FSI quattro
532hp(397 kW)
5.2 l 7-speed DCT AWD 0–100 3.5 s
2015–2018
Torque
540 Nm (398 lb-ft)
Top speed
320 km/h (199 mph)
Displacement
5204 cc
Cylinders
10
Engine
CSXB
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
1670 kg (3682 lb)
Fuel tank
73 l (19.3 gal US)
Fuel consumption
11.4 l/100 km (21 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
272 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard
Euro 6
V10 RWS 5.2 FSI
532hp(397 kW)
5.2 l 7-speed DCT RWD 0–100 3.7 s
2017–2018
Torque
540 Nm (398 lb-ft)
Top speed
320 km/h (199 mph)
Displacement
5204 cc
Cylinders
10
Engine
CSXB
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
1665 kg (3671 lb)
Fuel tank
73 l (19.3 gal US)
Fuel consumption
12.4 l/100 km (19 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
283 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard
Euro 6
V10 RWD 5.2 FSI
532hp(397 kW)
5.2 l 7-speed DCT RWD 0–100 3.7 s
2019–2021
Torque
540 Nm (398 lb-ft)
Top speed
324 km/h (201 mph)
Displacement
5204 cc
Cylinders
10
Engine
DKMB
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
1670 kg (3682 lb)
Fuel tank
73 l (19.3 gal US)
Fuel consumption
12.9 l/100 km (18 mpg US)
CO₂
293 g/km
Emissions standard
Euro 6d-TEMP
V10 5.2 FSI quattro
562hp(419 kW)
5.2 l 7-speed DCT AWD 0–100 3.4 s
2019–2023
Torque
560 Nm (413 lb-ft)
Top speed
324 km/h (201 mph)
Displacement
5204 cc
Cylinders
10
Engine
DKMB
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
1735 kg (3825 lb)
Fuel tank
73 l (19.3 gal US)
Fuel consumption
13.1 l/100 km (18 mpg US)
CO₂
298 g/km
Emissions standard
Euro 6d-TEMP
V10 performance RWD 5.2 FSI
562hp(419 kW)
5.2 l 7-speed DCT RWD 0–100 3.7 s
2021–2024
Torque
550 Nm (406 lb-ft)
Top speed
329 km/h (204 mph)
Displacement
5204 cc
Cylinders
10
Engine
DKMD
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
1665 kg (3671 lb)
Fuel tank
73 l (19.3 gal US)
Fuel consumption
12.6 l/100 km (19 mpg US)
CO₂
288 g/km
Emissions standard
Euro 6d-ISC-FCM
V10 plus 5.2 FSI quattro
602hp(449 kW)
5.2 l 7-speed DCT AWD 0–100 3.2 s
2015–2018
Torque
560 Nm (413 lb-ft)
Top speed
330 km/h (205 mph)
Displacement
5204 cc
Cylinders
10
Engine
CSXA
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
1630 kg (3594 lb)
Fuel tank
73 l (19.3 gal US)
Fuel consumption
12.3 l/100 km (19 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
287 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard
Euro 6
V10 performance 5.2 FSI quattro
612hp(456 kW)
5.2 l 7-speed DCT AWD 0–100 3.1 s
2019–2024
Torque
580 Nm (428 lb-ft)
Top speed
331 km/h (206 mph)
Displacement
5204 cc
Cylinders
10
Engine
DKMA
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
1670 kg (3682 lb)
Fuel tank
73 l (19.3 gal US)
Fuel consumption
12.9 l/100 km (18 mpg US)
CO₂
293 g/km
Emissions standard
Euro 6d-TEMP
V10 GT RWD 5.2 FSI
612hp(456 kW)
5.2 l 7-speed DCT RWD 0–100 3.4 s
2022–2023
Torque
565 Nm (417 lb-ft)
Top speed
320 km/h (199 mph)
Displacement
5204 cc
Cylinders
10
Engine
DKMA
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
1645 kg (3627 lb)
Fuel tank
73 l (19.3 gal US)
Fuel consumption
15.0 l/100 km (16 mpg US)
CO₂
341 g/km
Emissions standard
Euro 6d-ISC-FCM
Electric
e-tron
456hp(340 kW)
92.0 kWh single-speed RWD 0–100 3.9 s
2015–2016
Top speed
250 km/h (155 mph)
Curb weight
1840 kg (4057 lb)
Battery
92.0 kWh
Range
450 km (280 mi) NEDC

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Roadster (Spyder) 4S 7 specifications

4426 mm174.3 in
Length
1940 mm76.4 in
Width
1244 mm49.0 in
Height
2650 mm104.3 in
Wheelbase
Petrol
V10 5.2 FSI quattro Spyder
532hp(397 kW)
5.2 l 7-speed DCT AWD 0–100 3.6 s
2016–2018
Torque
540 Nm (398 lb-ft)
Top speed
318 km/h (198 mph)
Displacement
5204 cc
Cylinders
10
Engine
CSXB
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
1795 kg (3957 lb)
Fuel tank
73 l (19.3 gal US)
Fuel consumption
11.7 l/100 km (20 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
277 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard
Euro 6
V10 RWS 5.2 FSI Spyder
532hp(397 kW)
5.2 l 7-speed DCT RWD 0–100 3.8 s
2017–2018
Torque
540 Nm (398 lb-ft)
Top speed
318 km/h (198 mph)
Displacement
5204 cc
Cylinders
10
Engine
CSXB
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
1755 kg (3869 lb)
Fuel tank
73 l (19.3 gal US)
Fuel consumption
12.6 l/100 km (19 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
286 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard
Euro 6
V10 RWD 5.2 FSI Spyder
532hp(397 kW)
5.2 l 7-speed DCT RWD 0–100 3.8 s
2019–2021
Torque
540 Nm (398 lb-ft)
Top speed
322 km/h (200 mph)
Displacement
5204 cc
Cylinders
10
Engine
DKMB
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
1770 kg (3902 lb)
Fuel tank
73 l (19.3 gal US)
Fuel consumption
13.0 l/100 km (18 mpg US)
CO₂
297 g/km
Emissions standard
Euro 6d-TEMP
V10 5.2 FSI quattro Spyder
562hp(419 kW)
5.2 l 7-speed DCT AWD 0–100 3.5 s
2019–2023
Torque
560 Nm (413 lb-ft)
Top speed
322 km/h (200 mph)
Displacement
5204 cc
Cylinders
10
Engine
DKMB
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
1835 kg (4045 lb)
Fuel tank
73 l (19.3 gal US)
Fuel consumption
13.3 l/100 km (18 mpg US)
CO₂
302 g/km
Emissions standard
Euro 6d-TEMP
V10 performance RWD 5.2 FSI Spyder
562hp(419 kW)
5.2 l 7-speed DCT RWD 0–100 3.8 s
2021–2024
Torque
550 Nm (406 lb-ft)
Top speed
327 km/h (203 mph)
Displacement
5204 cc
Cylinders
10
Engine
DKMD
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
1695 kg (3737 lb)
Fuel tank
80 l (21.1 gal US)
Fuel consumption
13.7 l/100 km (17 mpg US)
CO₂
311 g/km
Emissions standard
Euro 6d-ISC-FCM
V10 plus 5.2 FSI quattro Spyder
602hp(449 kW)
5.2 l 7-speed DCT AWD 0–100 3.3 s
2017–2018
Torque
560 Nm (413 lb-ft)
Top speed
328 km/h (204 mph)
Displacement
5204 cc
Cylinders
10
Engine
CSXA
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
1770 kg (3902 lb)
Fuel tank
73 l (19.3 gal US)
Fuel consumption
12.5 l/100 km (19 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂
292 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard
Euro 6
V10 performance 5.2 FSI quattro Spyder
612hp(456 kW)
5.2 l 7-speed DCT AWD 0–100 3.2 s
2019–2024
Torque
580 Nm (428 lb-ft)
Top speed
329 km/h (204 mph)
Displacement
5204 cc
Cylinders
10
Engine
DKMA
Aspiration
naturally aspirated
Curb weight
1770 kg (3902 lb)
Fuel tank
73 l (19.3 gal US)
Fuel consumption
13.0 l/100 km (18 mpg US)
CO₂
298 g/km
Emissions standard
Euro 6d-TEMP

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