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2017 Audi R8

US · Two Seaters

The 2017 Audi R8 is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
5.2L 10-cylinder (SIDI & PFI)
Transmission
7-speed dual-clutch
Drivetrain
AWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) combined
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
5.2L 10-cylinder (SIDI & PFI)
Combined Economy
17 MPG US (13.8 L/100 km) · EPA
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
7-speed dual-clutch
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
Engine5.2L 10-cylinder (SIDI & PFI)
Displacement5.2 L
Cylinders10
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionDual-clutch
Gears7
DrivetrainAWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km)
City14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km)
Highway22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

1 configuration listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

No recall campaigns were found in NHTSA data at the last check. Last checked November 10, 2026.

    Data sources

    • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 5, 2026 · US Government public data
    • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 12, 2026 · US Government public data

    Source checked: November 5, 2026

    Data verified: November 5, 2026

    Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

    Related vehicles

    • 2018 Audi R8

      Gasoline

      5.2L 10-cylinder (SIDI & PFI) · Varies by configuration: AWD, RWD
      18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km)

    Frequently asked questions

    What engine does the 2017 Audi R8 have?

    5.2L 10-cylinder (SIDI & PFI). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

    What is the fuel economy of the 2017 Audi R8?

    Combined fuel economy is 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

    Is the 2017 Audi R8 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

    Drivetrain: AWD.

    Are there recalls for the 2017 Audi R8?

    No recall campaigns were found in NHTSA data when we last checked on November 10, 2026. Recall status can change, so confirm with NHTSA or the manufacturer.