Audi R8 4.2 FSI quattro

Engine

• Engine Type
• V-Type Engine

• Engine Description
• 4.2L 420bhp FSI V8 mid-engine

• Engine Displacement
• 4,163 cc

• No. of Cylinders
• 8

• Valves per Cylinder
• 4

• Valve Configuration/Valvetrain
• DOHC

• Maximum Power
• 425.8 @ 8,250 (PS@rpm)

• Maximum Torque
• 43.8 @ 4,500-5,500 (kgm@rpm)

Transmission

• Transmission Type
• Manual

• Gearbox
• 6 Speed

Suspension System

• Front Suspension
• Double wishbones

• Rear Suspension
• Double wishbones

Steering

• Steering Type
• Power

• Steering Gear Type
• Hydraulic Assisted Rack & Pinion

Brake System

• Front Brake Type
• Disc

• Rear Brake Type
• Disc

Performance

• Top Speed
• 301 kmph

• Acceleration (0-100 kmph)
• 4.6 seconds

Fuel

• Fuel Type
• Petrol

• Fuel Tank Capacity
• 90 litres

Tyres

• Wheel Size
• 18 x 8 1/2J (front), 18 x 10J (rear)

• Alloy Wheel Size
• 18 inches

Exterior Dimensions

• Length
• 4,178 mm

• Width
• 1,904 mm

• Height
• 1,249 mm

• Wheelbase
• 2,468 mm

• Front Tread
• 1,632 mm

• Rear Tread
• 1,595 mm

• Gross Weight
• 1,860 kg

• Kerb Weight
• 1,560 kg

Other Specifications

• Seating Capacity
• 2

• No. of Doors
• 2

Exterior

• Adjustable Headlights
• 

• Fog Lights - Front
• 

• Fog Lights - Rear
• 

• Power Adj. Ext. Rear View Mirror
• 

• Man. Adj. Ext. Rear View Mirror
• 

• Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
• 

• Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
• 

• Rain Sensing Wiper
• 

• Rear Window Wiper
• 

• Rear Window Washer
• 

• Rear Window Defogger
• 

• Wheel Covers
• 

• Alloy Wheels
• 

• Power Antenna
• 

• Integrated Antenna
• 

• Tinted Glass
• 

• Rear Spoiler
• 

• Removable / Convertible Top
• 

• Roof Carrier
• 

• Sun Roof
• 

• Moon Roof
• 

• Side Stepper
• 

Interior

• Air Conditioner
• 

• Heater
• 

• Adjustable Steering Column
• 

• Digital Odometer
• 

• Tachometer
• 

• Electronic Multi-Tripmeter
• 

• Leather Seats
• 

• Fabric Upholstery
• 

• Leather Steering Wheel
• 

• Glove Compartment
• 

• Digital Clock
• 

• Outside Temperature Display
• 

• Cigarette Lighter
• 

Comfort & Convenience

• Power Steering
• 

• Power Windows - Front
• 

• Automatic Climate Control
• 

• Air Quality Control
• 

• Remote Trunk Opener
• 

• Remote Fuel Lid Opener
• 

• Low Fuel Warning Light
• 

• Accessory Power Outlet
• 

• Trunk Light
• 

• Vanity Mirror
• 

• Rear Reading Lamp
• 

• Rear Seat Headrest
• 

• Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
• 

• Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
• 

• Cup Holders - Front
• 

• Cup Holders - Rear
• 

• Rear A/C Vents
• 

• Heated Seats - Front
• 

• Heated Seats - Rear
• 

• Seat Lumbar Support
• 

• Multi-function Steering Wheel
• 

• Cruise Control
• 

• Parking Sensors
• 

Safety

• Anti-Lock Braking System
• 

• Brake Assist
• 

• Central Locking
• 

• Power Door Locks
• 

• Child Safety Locks
• 

• Anti-Theft Alarm
• 

• Driver Airbag
• 

• Passenger Airbag
• 

• Side Airbag - Front
• 

• Side Airbag - Rear
• 

• Day & Night Rear View Mirror
• 

• Passenger Side Rear View Mirror
• 

• Xenon Headlamps
• 

• Halogen Headlamps
• 

• Rear Seat Belts
• 

• Seat Belt Warning
• 

• Door Ajar Warning
• 

• Side Impact Beams
• 

• Front Impact Beams
• 

• Veh. Stability Control System
• 

• Traction Control
• 

• Adj. Seats (Length, Height, Rake)
• 

• Keyless Entry
• 

• Engine Immobilizer
• 

• Engine Check Warning
• 

• Tyre Pressure Monitor
• 

• Crash Sensor
• 

Entertainment

• Cassette Player
• 

• CD Player
• 

• CD Changer
• 

• Radio (AM/FM)
• 

• Audio System Remote Control
• 

• Speakers - Front
• 

• Speakers - Rear
• 

Other Features

• Navigational System
• Optional

General Information

• Country of Assembly
• India

• Country of Manufacture
• Germany

• Introduction Date
• 07-Nov-2008

Brake System

• Disc brakes, internally vented, 4-piston brake callipers at rear

• Disc brakes, internally vented, 8-piston brake callipers at front

Exterior

• 4-branch exhaust system - twin tailpipes on left and right

• Brake lights with LED technology

• Door mirrors - electrically operated and heated

• Exterior lighting, including exit lights

• Locking wheel bolts

Interior

• Aluminium gear knob and lever gate

• Fina Nappa leather upholstery on door trims and door handles

• Fine Nappa leather upholstery

• Inlays in micrometallic grey - upper trim on centre console, centre inlay and door inlay

• Mph speedometer, clock, tachometer and trip odometer

• Sideblade tone-in-tone

• Sports seats

Comfort & Convenience

• Electric lumbar support

• Headlight washer system

• Manual height adjustment for seats

Safety

• Anti-lock bracking system (ABS), EBD, ASR & EDL systems

• Anti-theft device and immobilisor

• Bi-Xenon plus headlights

• Concert radio

• Driver and front passenger airbags

• Driver's information system

• Electronic climate control

• First aid kit with warning triangle

• Front side airbags

• ISOFIX, with front-passenger airbag-deactivation switch

• LED daytime-running lights

• Remote central locking

• Seatbelt reminder

• Tyre mobility system

• Valet key

Entertainment

• 7 loudspeakers and 5-channel amplifier, total output 140 watts

Other Features

• Scuff plates in aluminium with R8 logo

• Tool kit and car jack

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