After sitting out 2013, Audi’s exotic sports car returns with a slightly different look and some key mechanical improvements. As before, it’s one of the few passenger cars of any type available with a V10 engine.
An all-new R8 is due for 2015—if you want the latest and greatest, you may want to wait. If, however, you want a good deal on a supercar you can treat as a daily driver, the 2014 might be for you.
What's New for 2014
Besides revised model names, the R8 carries fresh front-end styling, a new automated manual transmission and weight-saving tweaks for enhanced performance.
Choosing Your Audi R8
The mid-engine R8 comes standard with all-wheel drive and numerous light-weight aluminum body components. You have two engine choices: a 430-horsepower 4.2-liter V8 or a 5.2-liter V8 with 525 horsepower. A six-speed manual transmission is standard with either engine, but you can opt for a seven-speed double-clutch automated manual known as S tronic. All models are available in coupe and convertible body styles.
The lineup is splint into V8 and V10 models: