The 2008 Audi R8 supercar, as it's already been dubbed, boasts two transmissions with design elements reminiscent of the Porsche or Corvette. With its unique layout, and everyday driving capabilities, the R8 offers more than just the raw performance that's usually likened to a sports car. Audi R8 2008 manufacturer's suggested price starts at $109,000 dollars.

This two-seater with a midsized engine incorporates modernized technology from the company's Le Mans-winning prototype. Adapted for street driving, the Audi R8 first made its debut in 2006 at the Mondial de l'Automobile in Paris, France and was similar to the Le Mans Quattro concept car that first appeared in 2003.
Price Range

The detailed price ranges for the 2008 Audi R8 is as follows:

Coupe Quattro: Manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) - $109,000, Invoice price - $101,370

Coupe Quattro with Auto R-tronic: MSRP - $118,000, Invoice price - $109,740

New Features for 2008 Audi R8

The 2008 Audi R8 features an aluminum body structure and delivers power to its 420 horsepower (hp), 4.2L V8 engine with direct fuel injection via either a 6 speed manual transmission, or a gearbox system known as the R-tronic, Audi's clutch-less manual system.

The warranty for the R8, which is Audi's first midsize exotic sports car, is 48 months or 50,000 miles, with the same on the powertrain, and 144 months, or unlimited mile warranty for rust damage.

Performance and Power of Audi R8 2008

The R8 offers a quiet ride with easy drivability that's largely due to its electromechanical steering system as well as the electromagnetic shock absorbers that control and adapt fluid levels within the shocks based on the road's surface.

Both trim options, either the R8 coupe Quattro or the Quattro with Auto R-tronic, have a six speed manual overdrive, a mid-mounted 4.2L V8 engine, with 420 hp @ 8250 revolutions per minute (RPM), and a pound-foot torque rating of 317 @ 4500 RPM.

The Audi R8 Quattro can reach 0 to 60 miles per hour (MPH) in an impressive 4.26 seconds, and the R8 with R-tronic in just five tenths of a second more with a top quoted speeds of 187 MPH.

Body Style and Options of 2008 Audi R8

The 2008 Audi R8 features the classic lower stance of a sports car but with an added, optional design element referred to as the "blade." Carbon-fiber side blades on either exterior side of the car, behind the door and just in front of the rear wheels, run at an angle from the roof to the side air intakes and the rocker panels.

The R8 comes equipped with 19 inch wheels, xenon headlights, LED turn signals and brake lights, and a retractable rear spoiler that can either operate manually or automatically.

The exterior color choices for the 2008 Audi R8 include: Brilliant Red, Daytona Gray Pearl, Ibis White, Ice Silver Metallic, Jet Blue Metallic, Mugello Blue Pearl, and Phantom Black Pearl.

Interior Design and Features of Audi R8 2008

It seems no expense was spared on the R8's unrivaled and original interior design that includes air conditioning, a seven speaker CD player, all leather seating for two, heated, multi-adjustable power seats, and power windows and door locks.

Taller drivers will appreciate the longer wheelbase, and the car's roomy cabin that resembles an airplane's cockpit and has been christened with the name "monoposto" by Audi. A dazzling array of control wraps around the driver's area, not alike that of a single-seated racing car, with plenty of polished aluminum accents.

A rather unusual feature for a sports car, the Audi R8 also provides ample storage space as well as space-saving cup holders, and a 3.5 cubic-foot sized front trunk.

Cruise control, a tachometer, leather steering wheel, a trip computer, and a tire inflation/pressure monitoring system are also standard interior features of the R8, while optional choices include a Bang & Olufsen premium stereo system, subwoofer, and a navigational aid system.

The "Convenience Package" for the 2008 Audi R8 contains features such as auto-dimming rearview mirrors, Bluetooth phone connectivity capabilities, a six disc CD changer, and parking sensors.

The color choices for the R8's leather interior, depending upon the exterior finish, include: Black, Limestone Gray, Luxor Beige, and Tuscan Brown.

Safety Features of 2008 Audi R8

The 2008 Audi R8 has several standard safety features including both driver and passenger front and seat-mounted side airbags, as well as knee protecting airbags, an ABS braking system, and both traction and stability control.

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