Audi R8 42
The everyday supercar that brought Lamborghini's V10 soul to the masses.
- Power
- 525 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 3.7 s
- Top speed
- 196 mph
- Est. value
- $85k–$165k
About the Audi R8 42
Introduced for the 2010 model year, the V10 variant of the Audi R8 (Type 42) elevated the model from a Porsche 911 rival to a true supercar contender. It features a 5.2-litre naturally aspirated V10 shared with the Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4, though slightly detuned to preserve the hierarchy within the Volkswagen Group. The V10 is distinguished by its unique LED headlights, larger side intake blades, and oval exhaust tips. Collectors highly prize the 'gated' six-speed manual transmission, which offers a tactile engagement that was already becoming rare in its era. Its Quattro all-wheel-drive system and magnetic ride suspension provide a level of daily usability and composure that few mid-engined exotics can match.
Audi R8 42 specs
The Audi R8 42 produces 525 bhp (391 kW) and 530 Nm (391 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 3.7 seconds and has a top speed of 196 mph (316 km/h).
| Make | Audi |
|---|---|
| Model | R8 |
| Generation | 42 |
| Trim | R8 V10 |
| Years | 2009–2012 |
| Type | Supercar |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | Germany |
| Production | About 28,600 built |
| Original price | About $146,000 when new |
| Engine | 5.2-litre FSI V10 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 5,204 cc (5.2 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 525 bhp (391 kW) at 8,000 rpm |
| Torque | 530 Nm (391 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 8,700 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 3.7 s |
| Top speed | 196 mph (316 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,620 kg (3,571 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 324 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is an Audi R8 42 worth?
A typical Audi R8 42 is estimated to be worth $85,000 – $165,000 (about £63,000 – £123,000).
Its original price when new was about $146,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Audi R8 42 rarity in CarSpot
The Audi R8 42 is a Rare card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 50 out of 100. Performance cars, typically worth around £50,000 to £100,000. A Rare card is worth 40 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Audi R8 42 fun facts
- The R8 V10 was the first production car in the world to feature all-LED headlights as standard equipment.
- While it shares its engine block with the Lamborghini Gallardo, the Audi version uses a unique intake and exhaust system to produce a more refined, bass-heavy sound.
- The first R8 V10 sold in the United States was auctioned for charity for $500,000, more than three times its eventual MSRP.
