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The 2008 Audi R8 Base is a four-wheel drive, 2-door Coupe that was released to the New Zealand market on 4th January 1970. The Audi R8 is regarded as a sport built in Germany with prices starting at $272,000 before on-road costs.
This Audi R8 is powered by a 4.2L 8-cylinder engine that has 309 kW of power (at 7800 rpm) and 430 Nm of torque (at 4500 rpm) via a Six-speed Manual transmission. It has a 75L fuel tank
The Audi R8 measures 1252mm (49.3 inches) in height, 4431mm (174.4 inches) in length, 1904mm (75.0 inches) in width with a 2650mm (104.3 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1565kg (3450.2 lbs) of unladen weight. The R8 Base comes standard with 235/30 R19 front tyres and 295/30 R19 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
197.44 - 198.08 kW/t
142.48 kW/t
257.43 kW/t
Boot Space
100 litres
100 litres
450 litres
Warranty (Years)
3 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Dimensions
4,431 mm
1,904 mm
1,252 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,431 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,904 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,252 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm |
| Load Capacity | 300 mm |
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Explore Audi R8 Features & Specs
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 325
Standard Met: EU4
Engine
Bore Engine: 84.5
Engine (cc): 4163
Compression Ratio: 12.5
Engine Configuration: V
Engine (L): 4.2
Engine Location: mid
Number of Cylinders: 8
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 92.8
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Gasoline Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 19.8
Main Capacity (L): 75
Main Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Main Type: Main
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
ECE 99/100 Combined (L/100km): 13.6
ECE 99/100 Combined (mpg): 17
ECE 99/100 Country Highway (L/100km): 9.6
ECE 99/100 Country Highway (mpg): 25
ECE 99/100 Standard: Ece 99/100
ECE 99/100 Urban (L/100km): 20.4
ECE 99/100 Urban (mpg): 12
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 4.6
Maximum Speed (km/h): 301
Maximum Speed (mph): 187
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 420
Maximum Power (kW): 309
Maximum Torque (Nm): 430
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 7800
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4500
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Automatic Clutch Manual: yes
Automatic Mode: yes
Description: Automated Manual Sequential Trans (Amt)
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Manual
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Sports Steering Wheel: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Wishbone
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 30
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Z
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 30
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Z
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 295
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 19
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 19
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 11
Body Style
Body Type: Coupe
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Coupe
Platform Code: L140
Spoiler
Location: Trunk/Hatch
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 3.5
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 100
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 64.3
Front Track (mm): 1632
Overall Height (in): 49.3
Overall Height (mm): 1252
Overall Length (in): 174.4
Overall Length (mm): 4431
Overall Width (in): 75
Overall Width (mm): 1904
Rear Track (in): 62.8
Rear Track (mm): 1595
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 38.7
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11800
Wheelbase (in): 104.3
Wheelbase (mm): 2650
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 37.7
Front Headroom (mm): 958
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Bi-Xenon
Lens Type: Projector Beam
Paint
Type: Gloss
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
Material: Synthetic Suede
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 2
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 0
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1865
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4112
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1565
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3450
Antenna
Type: Element
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 6
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Capacity: 6
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 12
Bluetooth
Type: Bluetooth
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Gear Selector: Alloy
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 2
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Type: Pop Out
Air Conditioning
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Anti-Lift: yes
Interior Monitoring: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
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