2012 Audi R8 Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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by Anonymous
Jul 25, 2022
A great supercar with excellent engine and performance and a great weekend toy.Jul 25, 2022
by Anonymous
Mar 07, 2015
If every life gives you a chance to buy a sports car of 100K+ go for this. You will enjoy every bit of life spent in/with it. You can feel it even when you are not driving it! All the best AjitMar 07, 2015
by Riski O
May 10, 2013
kepingin agar bisa mewujudkan impian dengan mobil sport yang diimpikan tapi tidak sombong dan besar kepala karena semua itu perbuatan tercela Performance - acceleration, braking, handling Build Quality - has it needed repairs? squeaks/rattles Appearance - both interior and exterior styling Cost of Ownership - gas mileage, maintenance Fun Factor - is this car fun to drive?May 10, 2013

2012 Audi R8 Pricing

Original MSRP
$114,200 to $210,300
Price range
$116,563 to $127,634
Average price on CG
$116,563
YoY price change
$127,634 to $116,563

Trims & specs

Air Conditioning

Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Side airbags: front with head protection chambers

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: jack · CD changer: 6 · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Remote CD changer location: in center console · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 7 · 140 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 14.4 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.0 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Center console trim: alloy · Dash trim: alloy · Door sill trim: illuminated scuff plate · Door trim: alloy · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front and rear · Foot pedal trim: aluminum · Headliner trim: Alcantara · Parking brake trim: leather · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: alloy

Convenience Features

Center console: with lighting · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.46 · Locking differential: front

Engine

Alternator: 190 amps

Exterior Features

Body side moldings: accent color · Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: black · Paint: pearl · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: electronically controlled · Rear spoiler color: body-color

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment screen size: 6.5 in.

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Auto on · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Safety

Camera system: rearview · Crumple zones: rear · Impact sensor: post-collision safety system · Parking sensors: front and rear

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Upholstery: leather

Spare Tire

Kit: tire sealant

Steering

Steering ratio: 17.3

Suspension

Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Front shock type: monotube · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Rear shock type: monotube · Stabilizer bar(s): front · Suspension control: magnetic

Telematics

Navigation system: DVD navigation system · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Diameter: 19 · Type: summer performance

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: aluminum

Wheels

Wheel locks: front and rear · Wheel spokes: 5

Windows

Front wipers: rain sensing · Power windows: remote operation

Air Conditioning

Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Side airbags: front with head protection chambers

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: jack · CD changer: 6 · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Remote CD changer location: in center console · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 7 · 140 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 14.4 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.0 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Center console trim: alloy · Dash trim: alloy · Door sill trim: carbon · Door trim: alloy · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front and rear · Foot pedal trim: aluminum · Parking brake trim: leather · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: alloy

Convenience Features

Center console: with lighting · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Parking sensors: front and rear · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: front seatback · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.46 · Locking differential: front

Engine

Alternator: 190 amps

Exterior Features

Body side moldings: accent color · Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black with chrome accents · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: black · Paint: pearl · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler color: body-color

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment screen size: 6.5 in.

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: lamp failure

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: HID · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Roof

Convertible rear window: glass · Convertible roof: power

Safety

Camera system: rearview · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: post-collision safety system

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leather

Spare Tire

Kit: tire sealant

Steering

Steering ratio: 17.3

Suspension

Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Front shock type: monotube · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Rear shock type: monotube · Stabilizer bar(s): rear · Suspension control: magnetic

Telematics

Navigation system: DVD navigation system · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Diameter: 19 · Type: summer performance

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: aluminum

Wheels

Wheel locks: front and rear · Wheel spokes: 5

Windows

Front wipers: rain sensing · Power windows: remote operation

Air Conditioning

Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: jack · CD changer: 6 · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bang & Olufsen · AM/FM radio · Remote CD changer location: in center console · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 11 · 465 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 14.4 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.0 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Center console trim: alloy · Dash trim: leather · Door sill trim: carbon · Door trim: alloy · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front and rear · Foot pedal trim: aluminum · Headliner trim: Alcantara · Parking brake trim: leather · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: with lighting · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.08 · Locking differential: front

Engine

Alternator: 190 amps

Exterior Features

Body side moldings: accent color · Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: black · Paint: two-tone · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: electronically controlled · Rear spoiler color: body-color

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment screen size: 6.5 in. · Video monitor location: front · Video monitor size: 6.5

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: range · Gauges color: white-faced · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: self-leveling · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Safety

Camera system: rearview · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: post-collision safety system · Parking sensors: front · Rearview monitor: in dash

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leather

Spare Tire

Kit: tire sealant

Steering

Steering ratio: 17.3

Suspension

Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Front shock type: monotube · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Rear shock type: monotube · Stabilizer bar(s): rear · Suspension control: magnetic

Telematics

Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Diameter: 19 · Type: summer performance

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: aluminum

Wheels

Wheel locks: front and rear · Wheel spokes: 10

Windows

Front wipers: rain sensing · Power windows: remote operation

Air Conditioning

Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Side airbags: front with head protection chambers

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: jack · CD changer: 6 · In-Dash CD: DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bang & Olufsen · AM/FM radio · Remote CD changer location: in center console · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 11 · 465 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 14.4 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.0 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Center console trim: alloy · Dash trim: leather · Door sill trim: carbon · Door trim: leather · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Foot pedal trim: aluminum · Parking brake trim: leather · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: alloy

Convenience Features

Center console: with lighting · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: under front seats · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.08 · Locking differential: front

Engine

Alternator: 190 amps

Exterior Features

Body side moldings: accent color · Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black with chrome accents · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: black · Paint: pearl · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler color: body-color

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment screen size: 6.5 in. · Video monitor location: front · Video monitor size: 6.5

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: MPG · Gauges color: white-faced · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: self-leveling · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Roof

Convertible rear window: glass · Convertible roof: soft top

Safety

Camera system: rearview · Crumple zones: rear · Impact sensor: post-collision safety system · Parking sensors: front · Rearview monitor: in dash

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Upholstery: premium leather

Spare Tire

Kit: tire sealant

Steering

Steering ratio: 17.3

Suspension

Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Front shock type: monotube · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Rear shock type: monotube · Stabilizer bar(s): front · Suspension control: magnetic

Telematics

Navigation system: DVD navigation system · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Diameter: 19 · Type: summer performance

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: aluminum

Wheels

Wheel locks: front and rear · Wheel spokes: 10

Windows

Front wipers: rain sensing · Power windows: with safety reverse

Air Conditioning

Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Side airbags: front with head protection chambers

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Memory card slot auxiliary audio input · CD changer: 6 · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bang & Olufsen · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 12 · 140 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 14.4 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.0 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Center console trim: alloy · Dash trim: leather · Door sill trim: aluminum · Door trim: leather · Floor Mat Material: premium carpet · Floor Mats: front · Headliner trim: Alcantara · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: alloy

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.08 · Locking differential: front

Engine

Alternator: 190 amps

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: black · Paint: two-tone · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: wing · Rear spoiler color: body-color

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment screen size: 6.5 in.

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder

Lights

Headlights: auto delay off · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Safety

Camera system: rearview · Crumple zones: rear · Impact sensor: post-collision safety system · Parking sensors: rear · Rearview monitor: in dash

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Upholstery: leather · Upholstery accents: faux suede

Spare Tire

Kit: tire sealant

Steering

Steering ratio: 16.3

Suspension

Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Front shock type: monotube · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Rear shock type: monotube · Stabilizer bar(s): rear

Telematics

Navigation system: hard drive navigation system · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Diameter: 19 · Type: summer performance

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: alloy

Wheels

Wheel locks: front and rear · Wheel spokes: 10

Windows

Front wipers: rain sensing · Power windows: remote operation

Air Conditioning

Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · CD changer: 6 · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bang & Olufsen · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 12 · 480 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 14.4 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.0 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Center console trim: alloy · Dash trim: alloy · Door sill trim: aluminum · Door trim: leather · Floor Mat Material: premium carpet · Floor Mats: front · Parking brake trim: leather · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: alloy

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: front seatback · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.08 · Locking differential: front

Engine

Alternator: 190 amps

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: black · Paint: two-tone · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: wing · Rear spoiler color: body-color

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment screen size: 6.5 in. · Video monitor location: front · Video monitor size: 6.5

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: coolant temperature warning

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: LED · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Roof

Convertible rear window: glass · Convertible roof: with wind blocker

Safety

Camera system: rearview · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: post-collision safety system · Parking sensors: front · Rearview monitor: in dash

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leather · Upholstery accents: faux suede

Spare Tire

Kit: tire sealant

Steering

Steering ratio: 16.3

Suspension

Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Front shock type: monotube · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Rear shock type: monotube · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Telematics

Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Diameter: 19 · Type: summer performance

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: alloy

Wheels

Wheel locks: front and rear · Wheel spokes: 10

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: remote operation