2008 Audi R8

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2008 Audi R8

Kelley Blue Book Retail $91,400–$92,700  

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Average Rating

5.0 out of 5
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Comfort:4.5 out of 5
Performance:5.0 out of 5
Exterior Styling:4.7 out of 5
Interior Design:5.0 out of 5
Value for the Money:4.7 out of 5
Reliability:5.0 out of 5

4 out of 4 people would recommended this car to a friend

Consumer Reviews

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One of the Best Sports Cars out There

by Audi and Cadillac Supporter
from Hillsborough, CA | October 2, 2008

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Handling: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Features: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"Which car is quite underpriced, gets to 60mph in 4.1 seconds, handles very well, and is quite luxurious? The Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG! But that's $200,000. There's something else I was thinking of that's cut price, and even cooler looking, and less show-offy. The Audi R8! Power might be limited for a very-high-performance / almost exotic two-door, but Audi's flagship sports car's competitors are at least $60,000 more. These include the Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG, Mercedes-Benz CL63 AMG, Lamborghini Gallardo, and Ferrari F430. Let's get specific. (2009 prices) The R8 is $114,000. The SL65 AMG is $200,000. The CL63 AMG is $192,000. The Lamborghini Gallardo is $177,000. And yes, the Mercedes SL63 AMG is way less expensive than the SL65, though it's still pricier than the R8, and it gets to 60mph in 4.5, compared to the R8's 4.1. The car is very luxurious, with standard features including a voice-activated navigation system, heated and cooled leather steering wheel with radio, climate, and navigation system controls, remote start, seat and foot massage, and so much more. The Corvette ZR1 might be $6,000 less and get to 60mph in 0.7 seconds faster, but it's not nearly as nice as the R8. Looking performance, luxury, safety, and pricewise, you will not find a better sports car for $114,000."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: N/A


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4 out of 6 found this review helpful

The best car I have ever owned

by AV8R
from UK | August 16, 2008

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 4 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Handling: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Features: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"This car launches Audi into a new era and I look forward to seeing many more cars of similar quality and performance. Totally awesome driving experience. Makes my old TT look like a Mini! The only thing stopping me recommending the R8 is that I like the fact that there aren't too many on the road... :-)"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: N/A


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3 out of 4 found this review helpful

Catch me if you can.

by Mid Engined Lover
from Boston | November 19, 2007

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 4 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Handling: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Features: 4 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"Leaves any Porsche 911 blushing at the lights. Don't be scared to floor it. You will be at 100mph in less than 5 seconds. Very comfortable at top speed. Very well balanced car and superior to any Porsche or Ferrari I have driven in a controlled slide. Good in the wet too. Get one. Makes marriage less of a pain."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: N/A


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2 out of 5 found this review helpful

a true beast

by R8 lover
from las vegas, nevada | October 5, 2007

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Handling: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 4 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Features: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 4 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"this car is truly a great one the interior is full of useull features like the MMI it just makes you feel so much more special than any other sports car owner. When you talk about performance this car is amazing it is a machine i timed myself getting to hundred and it toke me just over 4 seconds. it handle great too. the other day i had a little race with an 911 carrera i just completely left it in the dust. this car is truly great."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: N/A


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3 out of 4 found this review helpful

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