Audi R8 Spyder Transmission Specifications
The 2017 Audi R8 Spyder uses Automatic (AM-S7), Manual 6-spd transmissions, depending on engine and trim.
Latest model year (2017):
The Audi R8 Spyder comes with Automatic (AM-S7).
Audi R8 Spyder Transmission — All Years
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG Comb. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Auto (AM-S7), 10 cyl, 5.2 L | 10 5.2L | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 |
| 2015 | Auto (AM-S7), 10 cyl, 5.2 L | 10 5.2L | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 16 |
| 2015 | Auto (AM-S7), 8 cyl, 4.2 L | 8 4.2L | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 |
| 2015 | Man 6-spd, 10 cyl, 5.2 L | 10 5.2L | Manual 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 14 |
| 2015 | Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 4.2 L | 8 4.2L | Manual 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 14 |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
Audi R8 Spyder Transmission FAQ
What transmission does the Audi R8 Spyder have?
The Audi R8 Spyder is offered with Automatic (AM-S7), Manual 6-spd (2017 and earlier model years). Availability depends on engine and trim — see the year-by-year table above.
Does the Audi R8 Spyder come with a manual transmission?
Yes — a manual transmission is listed for at least one Audi R8 Spyder configuration. Check the table above for the exact years and trims.