R8 Coupe engines

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V8
V8

The adrenaline inducing Audi 4.2 liter FSI® V8 engine features race-winning technology such as FSI direct injection helping to provide relentless power. Displayed under a high-revving V8 helps propel the Audi R8 from 0-60 in 4.2 seconds on the way up to a top track speed of 186 mph.

V8 Specs
Horsepower 430 hp @ 7900 rpm
Torque 317 lb-ft. @ 4500 rpm
  Manual Audi S tronic®
0-60 mph 4.4 seconds 4.2 seconds
Fuel Estimates 11/20 mpg 14/23 mpg
V8
V8
V10
V10

The high-revving Audi 5.2-liter FSI® V10 engine produces remarkable horsepower and performance, capable of launching you from 0-60 in 3.4 seconds. In a clear commitment to inspired engineering, the combination of Audi Ultra® lightweight technology and advanced FSI technology creates a balance that allows for greater all-around performance, improved vehicle dynamics and impressive power delivery.

V10 Specs
Horsepower 525 hp @ 8000 rpm
Torque 391 lb-ft @ 6500 rpm
  Audi S tronic® Manual
0-60 mph 3.4 seconds 3.8 seconds
Fuel Estimates 13/22 mpg 12/19 mpg
V10
V10
V10 plus
V10 plus

The high-revving Audi 5.2-liter FSI® V10 plus engine produces remarkable horsepower and performance, capable of launching you from 0-60 in 3.3 seconds. In a clear commitment to inspired engineering, the combination of Audi Ultra® lightweight technology and advanced FSI technology creates a balance that allows for greater all-around performance, improved vehicle dynamics and impressive power delivery.

V10 plus Specs
Horsepower 550 hp @ 8000 rpm
Torque 398 lb-ft @ 6500 rpm
  Audi S tronic® Manual
0-60 mph 3.3 seconds 3.7 seconds
Fuel Estimates 13/22 mpg 12/19 mpg
V10 plus
V10 plus

The adrenaline inducing Audi 4.2 liter FSI® V8 engine features race-winning technology such as FSI direct injection helping to provide relentless power. Displayed under a high-revving V8 helps propel the Audi R8 from 0-60 in 4.2 seconds on the way up to a top track speed of 186 mph.

V8 Engine Specification
Engine Block Aluminum-alloy
Arrangement Mid-mounted, longitudinal
Cylinder Head Aluminum-alloy
Bore 3.33 in [84.5 mm]
Valvetrain Intake camshaft adjustment, 32-valve DOHC chain driven, hydraulic lifters
Stroke 3.65 in [92.8 mm]
Fuel Injection Audi FSI direct injection
Type 4.2-liter DOHC V8 engine with dry sump lubrication and Audi FSI® direct injection
Displacement 4.2-liter [254 cu in, 4163 cc]
Fuel Requirement Premium unleaded
Compression Ratio 12.5:1
Power and Performance
Horsepower 430 hp @ 7900 rpm
Torque 317 lb-ft. @ 4500 rpm
  Manual Audi S tronic®
Fuel Estimates 11/20 mpg 14/23 mpg
0-60 mph 4.4 seconds 4.2 seconds
Top Track Speed 188 mph 186 mph

The high-revving Audi 5.2-liter FSI® V10 engine produces remarkable horsepower and performance, capable of launching you from 0-60 in 3.4 seconds. In a clear commitment to inspired engineering, the combination of Audi Ultra® lightweight technology and advanced FSI technology creates a balance that allows for greater all-around performance, improved vehicle dynamics and impressive power delivery.

V10 Engine Specification
Cylinder Block Aluminum-alloy incorporating silicon crystals
Arrangement Mid-mounted, longitudinal
Cylinder Head Aluminum-alloy
Bore 3.33 in [84.5 mm]
Valvetrain Continuous intake and exhaust camshaft adjustment, 40-valve DOHC chain driven
Stroke 3.65 in [92.8 mm]
Fuel Injection Audi FSI® direct injection
Type 5.2-liter DOHC V10 engine with dry sump lubrication and Audi FSI® direct injection
Displacement 5.2 liter [317 cu in, 5204 cc]
Fuel Requirement Premium unleaded
Compression Ratio 12.5:1
Power and Performance
Horsepower 525 hp @ 8000 rpm
Torque 391 lb-ft @ 6500 rpm
  Manual Audi S tronic®
Fuel Estimates 12/19 mpg 13/22 mpg
0-60 mph 3.8 seconds 3.4 seconds
Top track speed 196 mph 195 mph

The high-revving Audi 5.2-liter FSI® V10 plus engine produces remarkable horsepower and performance, capable of launching you from 0-60 in 3.3 seconds. In a clear commitment to inspired engineering, the combination of Audi Ultra® lightweight technology and advanced FSI technology creates a balance that allows for greater all-around performance, improved vehicle dynamics and impressive power delivery.

V10 plus Engine Specification
Cylinder Block Aluminum-alloy incorporating silicon crystals
Arrangement Mid-mounted, longitudinal
Cylinder Head Aluminum-alloy
Bore 3.33 in [84.5 mm]
Valvetrain Continuous intake and exhaust camshaft adjustment, 40-valve DOHC chain driven
Stroke 3.65 in [92.8 mm]
Fuel Injection Audi FSI® direct injection
Type 5.2-liter DOHC V10 engine with dry sump lubrication and Audi FSI® direct injection
Displacement 5.2 liter [317 cu in, 5204 cc]
Fuel Requirement Premium unleaded
Compression Ratio 12.5:1
Power and Performance
Horsepower 550 hp @ 8000 rpm
Torque 398 lb-ft @ 6500 rpm
  Manual Audi S tronic®
Fuel Estimates 12/19 mpg 13/22 mpg
0-60 mph 3.7 seconds 3.3 seconds
Top track speed 198 mph 197 mph