2012 Audi R8 Models & Specs

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4.2L Features & Specs

Specifications

  • Drivetrain: All Wheel Drive
  • Engine: 4.2L DOHC FSI 32
  • Fuel Type: Gasoline Fuel
  • Fuel Capacity: 23.8 gal.
  • Torque: 316 ft. lbs.
  • Horsepower: 430 hp.
  • MPG (City/Hwy): 13/21
  • Transmission: 6 Speed Automatic
  • Seating Capacity: 2
  • Cargo Capacity: 3.5 cu. ft.
  • Curb Weight: 3869 lbs.
  • Tires: P235/35R19
  • Front Head Room: 37.7"
  • Wheelbase: 104.3"
  • Length: 174.4"
  • Width: 75.0"
  • Height: 49.0"

Interior Features

  • 10-way pwr heated sport seats -inc: 4-way pwr lumbar, headrests
  • 3-spoke flat-bottom tilt/telescopic leather-wrapped multi-function sport steering wheel w/audio controls -inc: alloy paddle shifters
  • Driver info system w/on-board computer -inc: outside temp display, digital speedometer, digital lap-timer, service interval display, on-board diagnostic system, menu display, speed warning system, average fuel mileage, average speed, fuel range, driving time, tire pressure monitoring system
  • Backlit instrument cluster w/auto brightness control
  • Auto-dimming rearview mirror w/compass
  • Center console -inc: (2) cupholders, storage
  • Storage compartments in doors
  • Illuminated glove box -inc: sunglasses holder
  • Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors
  • Front floor mats
  • Pwr windows -inc: one touch up/down, pinch protection
  • Rear window defogger w/timed shut off
  • LED interior lighting -inc: engine compartment LED
  • HomeLink garage door opener
  • Cruise control
  • Pwr locks
  • Trunk & fuel filler remote releases
  • Remote keyless entry
  • Anti-theft alarm w/engine immobilizer
  • Automatic air conditioning -inc: sun sensor, electronic air temp
  • Ashtray & lighter
  • Micro metallic gray trim w/aluminum accents
  • Front reading lights
  • Leather-wrapped parking brake

Entertainment Features

  • AM/FM stereo w/6-disc CD changer -inc: MP3 capability, SIRIUS satellite radio, aux input jack
  • 140-watt, 7-speaker sound system
  • Bluetooth hands-free interface

Exterior Features

  • 19" 5-arm double spoke alloy wheels w/locking wheel bolts -inc: P235/35R19 front & P295/30R19 rear summer performance tires
  • Tire mobility system -inc: sealant & 12V compressor
  • Single-frame high gloss black grille
  • Pwr heated mirrors w/integrated LED turn signals -inc: "3-blink" touch-to-pass feature in turn signal
  • Variable intermittent windshield wipers w/rain sensor
  • Bi-xenon headlights w/light sensor -inc: "coming home" & "leaving home" functionalities
  • LED brakelights
  • Automatically extending rear spoiler w/manual operation feature
  • Convertible soft top
  • Audi space frame (ASF)
  • "Tone-on-tone" sideblades
  • Aluminum optic engine compartment vents

Safety Features

  • 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) w/electronic rear brake pressure distribution (EBD)
  • Electronic stabilization program -inc: sport & disable settings, anti-slip regulation (ASR)
  • Side intrusion door beams
  • LED daytime running lights
  • Dual front airbags w/dual-threshold deployment -inc: passenger-side occupant sensor
  • Dual seat-mounted side-impact head & chest airbags
  • Dual front knee airbags
  • 3-point seat belts -inc: belt tensioners, force limiters
  • Tire pressure monitoring system
  • Crash sensor -inc: fuel supply shut off, battery disconnect, doors unlock

Mechanical Features

  • 4.2L DOHC FSI 32-valve V8 engine
  • Dry sump lubrication
  • 6-speed R tronic automatic transmission -inc: auto & sport modes
  • quattro permanent all-wheel drive system
  • Electronic differential lock (EDL)
  • Front/rear double wishbone suspension
  • Audi magnetic ride adaptive damping system
  • Servotronic electromechanical pwr steering w/speed-dependent pwr assistance
  • 4-wheel vented disc brakes
  • Dual chrome twin exhaust
  • Tool kit

Options & Packages

Additional Equipment

Convenience pkg ($2,100)

  • Front/rear Audi parking system w/rearview camera
  • Audi hill hold assist
  • Auto-dimming heated pwr folding exterior mirrors
  • Storage pkg w/nets on seatbacks & in cargo area
  • Folding compartments under seats

Leather pkg ($2,000)

  • Fine nappa leather seat trim
  • Leather door inserts & door handles

Enhanced leather pkg ($5,500)

  • Fine nappa leather seat trim
  • Black leather dashboard
  • Black leather cowl
  • Black leather upper door trim
  • Leather door inserts & door handles

Enhanced black leather pkg ($250)

  • Contract stitching on seat
  • Monoposto
  • Knee pad
  • Instrument panel cover

Carbon fiber sigma exterior pkg ($8,100)

  • Front spoiler lip & rear diffuser
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