R8 V8 4.2 FSI

A power plant befitting a high-performance sports car

The 4.2-litre V8 FSI engine in the Audi R8 is a masterstroke of engineering. The sporty mid-mounted engine is notable for the innovative features adopted from the world of motor sport.

With its supreme performance, muscular torque and high-revving concept peaking at 8,250rpm, it has all the key ingredients of a fascinatingly spontaneous power unit, making it impressively agile and remarkably free revving. The optional R tronic sequential gearbox gives you access to an authentic motorsport driving feel.

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From the exact moment you ignite the Audi R8's awe-inspiring engine, you'll be immediately and acutely aware of its breath-taking potential. Here are a few choice facts about its tremendous power and performance.

• The V8 4.2-litre FSI engine is derived from the power plants that helped win Le Mans more times than any other engine.
  FSI direct injection petrol technology. Fuel is injected under considerable pressure for performance and efficiency.

• Dry-sump lubrication ensures oil is pumped round the engine efficiently even under extreme situations, reduces weight and contributes to the low centre of gravity.
  Standing start to 62mph takes just 4.8 seconds with either the manual or R tronic transmissions.

• Top speed is 186mph.

• Max revs at 8,250rpm with the pistons moving 1,000 times a second and air combusting 500 times a second.

• The compression ratio is 12.5:1.

• Peak torque from 4,500 to 6,000rpm is 430Nm.