2012 Audi R8 for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 14.8 to 16.7 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 14.8 to 16.7 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 2012 Audi R8 for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
2012 Audi R8 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4.2L 8-cylinder | 5.2L 10-cylinder | 4.2L 8-cylinder | 5.2L 10-cylinder |
| Drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 17.7 L/100 km | 18.2 L/100 km | 20.6 L/100 km | 20.2 L/100 km |
| Highway | 11.2 L/100 km | 12.2 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km | 12.3 L/100 km |
| Combined | 14.8 L/100 km | 15.5 L/100 km | 16.6 L/100 km | 16.7 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 345 g/km | 368 g/km | 394 g/km | 394 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $25.90 | $27.13 | $29.05 | $29.23 |
2012 Audi R8: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 4.2 L | 5.2 L | 4.2 L | 5.2 L |
| Cylinders | 8 | 10 | 8 | 10 |
| MPG city (US) | 13 | 13 | 11 | 12 |
| MPG highway (US) | 21 | 19 | 20 | 19 |
| MPG combined (US) | 16 | 15 | 14 | 14 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 19 | 18 | 17 | 17 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$5,150 | US$5,500 | US$5,850 | US$5,850 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $5,180 | $5,426 | $5,810 | $5,846 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2012 Audi R8
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- No owner complaints are on file with NHTSA for this model year.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11V390000 | 2011-08-01 | fuel system, other:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings | VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 AUDI R8 SPYDER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 18, 2010, THROUGH JUNE 22, 2011. THE FUEL SUPPLY LINE MAY CONTACT AND RUB AGAINST THE HEAT SHIELD IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THIS COULD LEAD TO A SMALL FUEL LEAK. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 2012 Audi R8?
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 2012 Audi R8 for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. Thinking about the 2012 Audi R8? Here are the numbers in plain words and what to check.
Before you sign for the R8
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace.
Specs, explained
Power: the 4.2L 8-cylinder; drive: all-wheel drive. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. All-wheel drive helps when pulling away on snow; braking and steering still depend on the tires.
For 300 km of mixed driving, expect about 44 litres, from its 14.8 L/100 km rating. At our price setting, driving 100 km costs about $25.90, and a 300 km weekend about $77.70. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$5,150 a year for 15,000 miles.
Is it right for your trip?
It suits anyone who needs a car for a few days, a week or a month without buying one. It suits client visits, weddings and special weekends.
Practical details
As a two-seat sports car, it puts the driving first and the luggage second.
Rent it for a week first
Rent the R8 first, and buy only if it fits your life. Renting first costs a fraction of the price of buying the wrong car. A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel.
Choosing the right one
Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it.
What it costs to run
The EPA estimates US$5,150 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Premium gas adds to the running cost compared with a car on regular. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models.
One more step
A rental request is free; the offer shows the full price.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2012 Audi R8 from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2012 Audi R8 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2012 Audi R8
Does CarmaCars sell the 2012 Audi R8?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2012 Audi R8 before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2012 Audi R8 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2012 Audi R8 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$5,150 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $5180.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.