2012 Audi R8 fuel economy
The EPA lists 4 versions of the 2012 Audi R8. Combined fuel economy ranges from 14 to 16 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 13 city / 21 highway.
At a glance
- Combined
- 14 to 16 MPG depending on version
- City and highway
- 13 and 21 most efficient version
- Yearly fuel cost
- $5,150 EPA estimate, most efficient version
Source: U.S. EPA fueleconomy.gov
Every version the EPA tested
| Version | Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R8 Automatic (AM6) | 8-cyl 4.2L | All-Wheel Drive | 13 | 21 | 16 MPG | $5,150 |
| R8 Automatic (AM6) | 10-cyl 5.2L | All-Wheel Drive | 13 | 19 | 15 MPG | $5,500 |
| R8 Manual 6-spd | 10-cyl 5.2L | All-Wheel Drive | 12 | 19 | 14 MPG | $5,850 |
| R8 Manual 6-spd | 8-cyl 4.2L | All-Wheel Drive | 11 | 20 | 14 MPG | $5,850 |
At EPA assumptions, the most efficient version costs about $5,150 per year in fuel, versus $5,850 for the least efficient.