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Used 2020 Audi R8 Coupe Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2020 Audi R8 is available as either a two-seat sport coupe or convertible, with comparable feature content for both. The base R8 has a 5.2-liter V10 (562 horsepower, 406 lb-ft of torque) and a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. All-wheel drive is standard. The R8 Performance (previously named the R8 Plus) uses the same V10 with some tweaks for more power (602 hp, 413 lb-ft).

Standard feature highlights for the standard R8 include 19-inch wheels, LED exterior lighting, automatic high beams, power-folding mirrors that are also heated and auto-dimming, front and rear parking sensors, an automatically deployed power rear spoiler, and adaptive dampers.

On the inside, you get leather upholstery, a virtual instrument panel, dual-zone automatic climate control, heated sport seats, a navigation system, Audi Connect remote telematics and control, a wireless charging pad with signal booster, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, and a 13-speaker Bang & Olufsen audio system with satellite radio.

The more powerful R8 Performance adds 20-inch wheels with summer performance tires, LED and laser headlights, a fixed carbon-fiber rear wing, ceramic brakes, a sport suspension with non-adaptive dampers, a sport exhaust, racing-style seats with no backrest adjustments, and a sport steering wheel.

Select Performance features are offered as options on the base R8. Other add-ons are limited mostly to carbon-fiber exterior and interior elements and a variable-ratio steering system.

For 2020, a new Decennium special-edition R8 commemorating 10 years of V10 power will be available. It comes with black metallic paint, unique badging, matte-bronze accents on the engine and wheels, lots of black and carbon-fiber elements inside and out, and copper-colored interior stitching.

Which R8 trim does Edmunds recommend?

We recommend the base R8 for most shoppers, primarily because its adaptive dampers deliver both a comfortable ride as well as sharp handling. You also get a few more features. The R8 Performance's extra power doesn't quite justify its price premium unless you're truly set on eking out every last bit of handling athleticism.

Compare trims side-by-side

Comparing average pricing near
Worcester, MA
Vehicle
R8 Base
R8 performance
Vehicle
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5.2L 10cyl 7AM
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Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
Navigation
standard
standard
Satellite radio
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
Not available
Not available
Parking assistance
standard
standard
Upholstery
premium leather
premium leather
Heated seats
standard
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not available
Not available
Folding rear seats
Not available
Not available
Sunroof
Not available
Not available
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Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
all wheel drive
all wheel drive
Engine power
562 hp @ 8,100 rpm
602 hp @ 8,100 rpm
Engine torque
406 lb-ft @ 6,400 rpm
413 lb-ft @ 6,700 rpm
Engine displacement
5.2 l
5.2 l
Engine configuration
v10
v10
Transmission
7-speed automated manual
7-speed automated manual
Tire size
245/35R19 (FRONT) 295/35R19 (REAR)
245/30R20 (FRONT) 305/30R20 (REAR)
Wheel size
Wheel type
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
13 / 20 / 16 MPG
13 / 20 / 16 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
21.9 gal.
19.3 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
285 / 438 miles
251 / 386 miles
Fuel Type
premium unleaded (required)
premium unleaded (required)
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
36.7 ft.
36.7 ft.
Curb weight
3,649 lb.
3,572 lb.
Ground Clearance
Overall Width with Mirrors
80.2 in.
80.2 in.
Overall Width without Mirrors
76.4 in.
76.4 in.
Height
48.8 in.
48.8 in.
Length
174.3 in.
174.3 in.
Wheelbase
104.3 in.
104.3 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
8.0 cu. ft.
8.0 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
38.5 in.
38.5 in.
Front Leg Room
40.9 in.
40.9 in.
Front Shoulder Room
55.1 in.
59.1 in.
Rear Head Room
Rear Leg Room
Rear Shoulder Room
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
$130,478
$135,676
Average Cost Per Mile
$1.74
$1.81
Depreciation
$48,529
$50,845
Financing
$20,658
$22,404
Taxes & Fees
$6,264
$6,772
Fuel
$20,667
$20,667
Insurance
$8,787
$8,787
Maintenance
$18,475
$19,103
Repairs
$7,098
$7,098
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Colors

Colors

Interior
Pastel Silver, premium leather
Black/Rock Gray Stitching, premium leather
Black, premium leather
Black/Vegas Yellow Stitching, premium leather
Black/Express Red Stitching, premium leather
Black/Ara Blue Stitching, premium leather
Palomino Brown, premium leather
Express Red, premium leather
Black/Copper Stitching, premium leather
Pastel Silver, premium leather
Black/Rock Gray Stitching, premium leather
Black, premium leather
Black/Vegas Yellow Stitching, premium leather
Black/Express Red Stitching, premium leather
Black/Ara Blue Stitching, premium leather
Palomino Brown, premium leather
Express Red, premium leather
Exterior
Mythos Black Metallic
Daytona Gray Pearl Effect
Tango Red Metallic
Ara Blue Crystal Effect
Ibis White
Audi Exclusive Special Paint Color
Vegas Yellow
Suzuka Gray Metallic
Florett Silver Metallic
Kemora Gray Metallic
Mythos Black Metallic
Daytona Gray Pearl Effect
Tango Red Metallic
Ibis White
Audi Exclusive Special Paint Color
Vegas Yellow
Suzuka Gray Metallic
Florett Silver Metallic
Kemora Gray Metallic
Ascari Blue Metallic