Audi R8 Drivetrain & Drive Type
The 2023 Audi R8 is available in All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive drivetrain configurations.
Latest model year (2023):
The Audi R8 is offered in All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive configurations, depending on trim.
Audi R8 Drivetrain — All Years
| Year | Trim | Drive | Transmission | Engine | MPG Comb. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Auto (AM-S7), 10 cyl, 5.2 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 10 5.2L | 15 |
| 2023 | Auto (AM-S7), 10 cyl, 5.2 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 10 5.2L | 15 |
| 2023 | Auto (AM-S7), 10 cyl, 5.2 L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 10 5.2L | 17 |
| 2023 | Auto (AM-S7), 10 cyl, 5.2 L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 10 5.2L | 17 |
| 2023 | Auto (AM-S7), 10 cyl, 5.2 L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 10 5.2L | 17 |
| 2022 | Auto (AM-S7), 10 cyl, 5.2 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 10 5.2L | 15 |
| 2022 | Auto (AM-S7), 10 cyl, 5.2 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 10 5.2L | 15 |
| 2022 | Auto (AM-S7), 10 cyl, 5.2 L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 10 5.2L | 17 |
| 2022 | Auto (AM-S7), 10 cyl, 5.2 L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 10 5.2L | 17 |
| 2021 | Auto (AM-S7), 10 cyl, 5.2 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 10 5.2L | 16 |
| 2021 | Auto (AM-S7), 10 cyl, 5.2 L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 10 5.2L | 17 |
| 2021 | Auto (AM-S7), 10 cyl, 5.2 L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 10 5.2L | 17 |
| 2021 | Auto (AM-S7), 10 cyl, 5.2 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 10 5.2L | 16 |
| 2020 | Auto (AM-S7), 10 cyl, 5.2 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 10 5.2L | 16 |
| 2020 | Auto (AM-S7), 10 cyl, 5.2 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 10 5.2L | 16 |
| 2018 | Auto (AM-S7), 10 cyl, 5.2 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 10 5.2L | 17 |
| 2018 | Auto (AM-S7), 10 cyl, 5.2 L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 10 5.2L | 18 |
| 2018 | Auto (AM-S7), 10 cyl, 5.2 L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 10 5.2L | 18 |
| 2018 | Auto (AM-S7), 10 cyl, 5.2 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 10 5.2L | 17 |
| 2017 | Auto (AM-S7), 10 cyl, 5.2 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 10 5.2L | 17 |
| 2015 | Auto (AM-S7), 10 cyl, 5.2 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 10 5.2L | 16 |
| 2015 | Auto (AM-S7), 8 cyl, 4.2 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 8 4.2L | 17 |
| 2015 | Man 6-spd, 10 cyl, 5.2 L | All-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 10 5.2L | 14 |
| 2015 | Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 4.2 L | All-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 8 4.2L | 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 Drivetrain FAQ
Is the Audi R8 front-wheel, rear-wheel, or all-wheel drive?
The Audi R8 is available in All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive. Drivetrain availability changes by model year and trim — the table above shows every combination.
Does the Audi R8 come with AWD or 4WD?
Yes — all-wheel or four-wheel drive is available on the Audi R8. See the table above for the specific years and trims.