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Carbon Edition
5.2L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, 4x4
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$378,300â€
Audi R8 Carbon Edition (2011) price & specs
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Carbon Edition
Overview
The 2011 Audi R8 Carbon Edition is a four-wheel drive, 2-door Coupe that was released to the Australian market on 4th September 2011. The Audi R8 is regarded as a Super Sports built in Germany with prices starting at $378,300 before on-road costs.
This Audi R8 is powered by a 5.2L 10-cylinder engine that has 386 kW of power (at 8000 rpm) and 530 Nm of torque (at 6500 rpm) via a Six-speed Manual transmission. Audi claims the R8 Carbon Edition uses 13.7L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 327g of CO2. It has a 90L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 657km per full tank
The Audi R8 measures 1252mm (49.3 inches) in height, 4435mm (174.6 inches) in length, 1930mm (76.0 inches) in width with a 2650mm (104.3 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1625kg (3582.5 lbs) of unladen weight. The R8 Carbon Edition comes standard with 235/30 R19 front tyres and 295/30 R19 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
197.44 - 238.27 kW/t
127.72 kW/t
316.67 kW/t
Boot Space
100 litres
100 litres
370 litres
Fuel Efficiency
13.3 - 14.9 L/100km
7.9 L/100km
16.6 L/100km
Vehicle Range
514 - 657 km
476 km
886 km
Price
$268,414 - $407,200
$194,300
$560,000
Warranty (Years)
3 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
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Dimensions
4,435 mm
1,930 mm
1,252 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,435 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,930 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,252 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm |
| Load Capacity | 285 mm |
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Emission Control Level
Australia Air Pollution Rating: 6.5
Australia Greenhouse Rating: 3.0
Australia Overall Emission Control Level Rating: 3.0
CO2 Level (Combined): 327
Standard Met: EU4
Engine
Bore Engine: 84.5
Engine (cc): 5204
Engine Configuration: V
Engine (L): 5.2
Number of Cylinders: 10
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 92.8
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 98
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 23.8
Main Capacity (L): 90
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 19.8
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Location: ?
Screen Size (in): 6.5
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 657
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 408
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 7.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 13.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 21
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 17
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 10.4
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 9.6
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 29
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 25
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 4.8
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 20.7
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 14
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 11
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 13.7
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 3.9
Maximum Speed (km/h): 316
Maximum Speed (mph): 196
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 525
Maximum Power (kW): 386
Maximum Torque (Nm): 530
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 8000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 6500
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Rear
Transmission
Automatic Mode: yes
Description: Automated Manual Sequential Trans (Amt)
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Wishbone
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 30
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 295
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 19
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 19
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 11.0
Body Style
Body Type: Coupe
Local Body Type: Coupe
Platform Code: L140
Spoiler
Location: Boot/Hatch
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 3.5
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 100
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 64.5
Front Track (mm): 1638
Overall Height (in): 49.3
Overall Height (mm): 1252
Overall Length (in): 174.6
Overall Length (mm): 4435
Overall Width (in): 76.0
Overall Width (mm): 1930
Rear Track (in): 62.8
Rear Track (mm): 1595
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 38.7
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11800
Wheelbase (in): 104.3
Wheelbase (mm): 2650
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 37.7
Front Headroom (mm): 958
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
LED Lights
Location: Low Beam
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Pearl
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
Material: Synthetic Suede
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Electrically Foldable Mirrors
Operation: Electric
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 0
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1910
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4211
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1625
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3583
Tare Weight (kg): 1565
Audio System
Brand Name: Manufacturer'S Own
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Digital Media Card: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 6
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Behind Seats Capacity: 6
Location: Behind Seats
Behind Seats Media Type: CD
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 12
Bluetooth
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Alloy
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Below Seat Storage
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Seat Back Storage
Location: Front
Front Type: Pocket
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 1
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
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