These Are The Fastest Audi R8s Ever Made

The Audi R8 has a variety of powerful V8 and V10 engines, Audi's renowned Quattro all-wheel-drive system, and a mid-engine layout. The R8 immediately gained recognition as one of the top supercars thanks to its innovative design and remarkable performance capabilities.

Audi has kept improving and refining the R8 over time. After two generations of recognition and two World Performance Car awards, the R8 is finally set to hit its end of the line in 2023. 

6. 2023 Audi R8 e-tron

The 2023 Audi R8 e-tron falls sixth on this list of the fastest Audi R8s ever made. The car houses an electric motor attached to a 1-speed automatic transmission.

Together, these put out a whopping 355 horsepower and 414 lb-ft of torque. 

Audi introduces subtle enhancements to the e-tron and e-tron Sportback trims. Notable updates include the inclusion of a black headliner as a standard feature on base Sportback SUVs. The e-tron Sportback Prestige trims receive a boost in standard equipment, featuring 22-inch five-spoke wheels, distinctive orange front and rear brake calipers, additional rear side airbags

5. 2011 Audi R8 5.2 Spyder

Talking about acceleration, the Audi R8 5.2 Spyder zips past 60 MPH from a standstill in 3.9 seconds and can touch 194 MPH of top speed when required.

The 2011 Audi R8 5.2 Spyder falls fifth on this list of the fastest Audi R8s ever made. It's a common understanding that converting a car into a convertible often comes with a set of compromises in exchange for the joy of open-air driving. However, the 2011 Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 V-10 FSI Quattro breaks this stereotype. The most significant trade-off here is not in features but in your wallet – with an estimated base price of $171,800 upon its late fall release. The car houses a 5.2L V10 motor attached to a 6-speed R-Tronic automatic transmission.Together, these put out a whopping 525 horsepower and 391 lb-ft of torque. 

4. 2014 Audi R8 V10 Coupe

The 2014 Audi R8 V10 Coupe belongs to the first generation and uses a 5.2L V10 engine paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. he coupe's sleek and aerodynamic design not only enhances its visual appeal but also contributes to its dynamic performance on the road. Inside, the R8 V10 Coupe offers a cockpit designed for the ultimate driving experience, with high-quality materials and cutting-edge technology. The 0 to 60 MPH run time takes 3.7 seconds while the top speed run of 194 MPH compliments the overall spec list

On paper, the 2014 Audi R8 V10 Coupe puts out 525 horsepower and 391 lb-ft of torque. Along with the automatic, R8 also gives buyers the option to go with the 6-speed manual transmission making it one of the very few sports cars with that offering.

3. 2015 Audi R8 V10 Plus Coupe

Via a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, the R8 V10 Plus hustles to 60 MPH from a dead stop in 3.4 seconds and can go as fast as 198 MPH on the speedo.

Belonging to the same first-generation lineup, the 2015 Audi R8 V10 Plus Coupe has the same genes as the Audi R8 V10 with the major difference being in the power output. The same 5.2L V10 engine sits underneath however it has been tuned for 550 horsepower and 398 lb-ft of torque. 

2. 2015 Audi R8 V10 Competition

Perhaps the game changer in the R8 lineup, the 2015 Audi R8 Competition appealed differently on the road.

On the road, the specs translated to 3.2 seconds of 0 to 60 MPH sprint and a top speed ability of 199 MPH. The R8 Competition was indeed the fastest model belonging to the first generation.

Again using the same 5.2L V10 engine and a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, the R8 V10 Competition cranks 570 horsepower and 398 lb-ft of torque.

1. 2020 Audi R8 V10 Performance

If you’ve been wondering about the fastest R8 ever, the 2020 Audi R8 V10 Performance is what would daze your line of thought.

With a red-line of above 8000 rpm, the Audi R8 V10 Performance delivers jaw-dropping acceleration. When we say jaw-dropping, we mean a 0 to 60 MPH run time of 2.8 seconds claimed by the brand along with a top speed of 203 MPH.

The R8 V10 Performance houses a 5.2L V10 engine mated to a rapid-fire 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Surprisingly, there was a 2018 R8 RWS model for rear wheel enthusiasts. Turning the friendly all-wheel-drive Audi R8 into a rear-wheel-drive special model might sound like a big change, but don't expect any crazy problems. In reality, this supercar stays mostly calm and composed. It's not dull – having a powerful 540-hp V-10 engine in a car this size is anything but boring – but it's not wild and crazy either.