Audi R8 GT 42
The ultimate lightweight, track-focused evolution of Audi's first-generation supercar.
- Power
- 560 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 3.4 s
- Top speed
- 199 mph
- Est. value
- $160k–$210k
About the Audi R8 GT 42
The R8 GT is a hardcore, limited-run variant of the first-generation R8, designed to bridge the gap between the road car and the R8 LMS racer. Audi engineers shed 100kg through the extensive use of carbon-fibre reinforced plastic for the sideblades, rear wing, and bumpers, alongside thinner glass and polycarbonate windows. The 5.2-litre V10 was tuned to produce 560 PS, paired exclusively with the R tronic automated manual gearbox. With only 333 units produced globally, it remains one of the most collectible and visceral iterations of the 'Type 42' R8, distinguished by its fixed rear wing and aggressive aero package.
Audi R8 GT 42 specs
The Audi R8 GT 42 produces 560 bhp (418 kW) and 540 Nm (398 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 3.4 seconds and has a top speed of 199 mph (320 km/h).
| Make | Audi |
|---|---|
| Model | R8 GT |
| Generation | 42 |
| Trim | 5.2 FSI |
| Years | 2010–2012 |
| Type | Supercar |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | Germany |
| Production | About 333 built |
| Original price | About $197,000 when new |
| Engine | 5.2-litre FSI V10 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 5,204 cc (5.2 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 560 bhp (418 kW) at 8,000 rpm |
| Torque | 540 Nm (398 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 8,700 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 3.4 s |
| Top speed | 199 mph (320 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed R tronic automated manual |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,525 kg (3,362 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 367 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 GT 42 worth?
A typical Audi R8 GT 42 is estimated to be worth $160,000 – $210,000 (about £119,000 – £157,000).
Its original price when new was about $197,000.
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 GT 42 rarity in CarSpot
The Audi R8 GT 42 is a Unicorn card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 100 out of 100. The rarest tier: hypercars, one-offs and cars built in tiny numbers, typically fewer than about 500. A Unicorn card is worth 320 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 GT 42 fun facts
- The R8 GT features a unique magnesium engine frame, a material choice typically reserved for dedicated racing cars to save weight.
- Each car is individually numbered with a badge on the gear selector knob, and only 33 units were officially allocated to the UK market.
- Weight-saving measures were so extreme that even the carpeting was replaced with a lighter material, saving 7.9kg alone.
