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2011 Audi R8 MPG & fuel economy

The 2011 Audi R8 is a two-seater offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 16 MPG combined (13 city / 21 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 14 to 16 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2010 model. Among 25 two-seaters rated for 2011, it ranks 17th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $3,703 a year to fuel.

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Combined 16 MPG 13 MPG city · 21 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $3,703 15,000 mi/yr · $24.69 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2011 #17 of 25 Two-Seaters by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2011 Audi R8's fuel average is 6.8 km/L (14.7 L/100 km), or 16 MPG combined: 5.5 km/L in the city and 8.9 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City135.518.1
Highway218.911.2
Combined166.814.7

How it ranks among 2011 Two-Seaters

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  1. 1smart fortwo EV87 MPGe $1,053
  2. 2Honda CR-Z36 MPG $1,292
  3. 3smart fortwo36 MPG $1,646
  4. 4Audi TT Roadster26 MPG $2,279
  5. 5Chevrolet Corvette19 MPG $2,447
  6. 17Audi R816 MPG $3,703
  7. 25Bugatti Veyron10 MPG $5,925
2011 R8Other two-seatersClass median: $3,485/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

R8 MPG across model years

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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
AWD · 4.2L 8-cyl · 6-speed dual-clutch
R8		 Gas 13 MPG 21 MPG 16 MPG — $3,703
AWD · 5.2L 10-cyl · 6-speed dual-clutch
R8		 Gas 13 MPG 19 MPG 15 MPG — $3,950
AWD · 5.2L 10-cyl · 6-speed manual
R8		 Gas 12 MPG 19 MPG 14 MPG — $4,232
AWD · 4.2L 8-cyl · 6-speed manual
R8		 Gas 11 MPG 20 MPG 14 MPG — $4,232

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
4.2L 8-cyl
Transmission
6-speed dual-clutch
Drivetrain
AWD
Tailpipe CO₂
555 g/mi

2011 Audi R8 vs. rivals

vs Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG 16 MPG · $3,703/yr Same fuel cost vs Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 17 MPG · $3,485/yr SL-Class saves $218/yr vs Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class 21 MPG · $2,821/yr SLK-Class saves $882/yr vs BMW Z4 22 MPG · $2,693/yr Z4 saves $1,010/yr vs Audi R8 Spyder 16 MPG · $3,703/yr Same fuel cost vs Porsche Boxster 23 MPG · $2,576/yr Boxster saves $1,127/yr vs Porsche Cayman 23 MPG · $2,576/yr Cayman saves $1,127/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2011 Audi R8?

Up to 16 MPG combined (13 city / 21 highway); ratings range from 14 to 16 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2011 Audi R8 use?

Premium gasoline (premium is required or recommended by the manufacturer).

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2011 Audi R8?

The 2011 Audi R8's fuel average is 6.8 km/L (14.7 L/100 km), or 16 MPG combined: 5.5 km/L in the city and 8.9 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2011 Audi R8 per year?

About $3,703 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $24.69 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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