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2011 Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 6MT

The 2011 Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 6MT is a 525-hp 5.2-liter V10 with a 6-speed manual and all-wheel drive. It starts at $162,700 MSRP and is rated at 15 mpg combined.

It makes 525 horsepower at 8,000 rpm and 391 lb-ft of torque at 6500 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 12 mpg city and 19 mpg highway (15 mpg combined).

The R8 Spyder measures 174.6 inches long on a 104.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,979 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeConvertible
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$162,700 ($235,116 *)
MSRP with Destination$163,950 ($236,922 *)
Destination Charge$1,250
Engine
Engine Type5.2L FSI V10
Displacement5.2 L
Horsepower525 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque391 lb-ft @ 6500 rpm
Injection TypeFSI direct injection
Drivetrain
Drive Typequattro all-wheel drive
Transmission
Transmission6-speed manual
1st Gear4.38
2nd Gear2.71
3rd Gear1.93
4th Gear1.5
5th Gear1.24
6th Gear1.04
Reverse3.71
Final Drive3.08
Fuel Economy
City12 MPG
Highway19 MPG
Combined15 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium unleaded
Tank Capacity23.8 gal
Suspension
Front Suspension4-link independent
Rear Suspension4-link independent
Brakes
Front Brake Disc14.4 in ventilated disc
Rear Brake Disc14.0 in ventilated disc
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front19 x 8.5 in
Wheels Rear19 x 11.0 in
Tires Front235/35R19
Tires Rear295/30R19
Dimensions & Weight
Length174.6 in
Width75 in
Height49 in
Wheelbase104.3 in
Cargo Volume3.5 ft³
Curb Weight3,979 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front37.7 in
Shoulder Room Front54.8 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Tested, but no star ratings were published (2011 Audi R8 Spyder C AWD).

Recalls

1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2011 Audi R8 SPYDER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Aug 1, 2011 · FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 AUDI R8 SPYDER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 18, 2010, THROUGH JUNE 22, 2011. THE FUEL SUPPLY LINE MAY CONTACT AND RUB AGAINST THE HEAT SHIELD IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THIS COULD LEAD TO A SMALL FUEL LEAK.

Consequence: A FUEL LEAK IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD LEAD TO A VEHICLE FIRE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL LINE FOR DAMAGE AND REPLACE IT IF NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 22, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.

NHTSA campaign 11V390000

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2011 AUDI R8 SPYDER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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