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Audi R8 Spyder
2021 Audi R8 Spyder
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$154,900
Starting Price (MSRP)
9.1
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Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster
2015 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster
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$228,080
Starting Price (MSRP)
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Overview

Engine
5.2L V10 Gas
Engine
6.2L V8 Gas
Transmission
7-Speed Automatic
Transmission
7-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 14 MPG
Hwy: 23 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 13 MPG
Hwy: 19 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
21.1 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
22.5 gallons
Seating Capacity
2 seater
Seating Capacity
2 seater
Trunk Volume
4 ft³
Trunk Volume
6.1 ft³

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Audi R8 Spyder
2020-2021 Audi R8 Spyder Open Top
2020-2021 Audi R8 Spyder Dashboard
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Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster
2012-2015 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster Rear View Driving
2012-2015 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
5.2L V10 Gas
6.2L V8 Gas
Horsepower
532 hp @ 4475 rpm
583 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque
398 lb-ft @ 6300 rpm
479 lb-ft @ 4750 rpm
Transmission
7-Speed Automatic
7-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,847 lbs
3,792 lbs

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
17 MPG
15 MPG
City
14 MPG
13 MPG
Highway
23 MPG
19 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
10.3 Tons/yr
11.8 (Est) Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
21.1 gallons
22.5 gallons
Cruising Range City
295.4 miles
292.5 miles
Cruising Range Highway
485.3 miles
427.5 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
174.4 in
182.6 in
Height
48.9 in
49.7 in
Max Width
76.4 in
76.3 in
Front Width
64.8 in
66.2 in
Rear Width
63 in
65 in
Wheelbase
104.3 in
105.5 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
2 seater
2 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
N/A
41.7 in
Front Seat Headroom
38.5 in
39 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
55.1 in
58.4 in
Front Seat Hip Room
N/A
63.2 in

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
4 ft³
6.1 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
36.7 ft
39 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
20" x 8.5"
19" x 9.5"
Rear Wheel Size
20" x 11"
20" x 11"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Double Wishbone
Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension
Double Wishbone
Double Wishbone

Tires

Front Tire
P245/30R20
P265/35YR19
Rear Tire
P305/30R20
P295/30YR20

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Ibis White
  • Vegas Yellow
  • Iridium Silver
  • Mars Red
  • Obsidian Black

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Daytona Gray Pearl Effect
  • Florett Silver Metallic
  • Kemora Gray Metallic
  • Mythos Black Metallic
  • Suzuka Gray Metallic
  • Tango Red Metallic
  • Ara Blue Crystal Effect
  • AMG Imola Gray
  • designo Mystic White II

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Diamond Stitched Seat Trim
  • Black, Fine Nappa Leather Seat Trim
  • Black/Ara Blue Stitching, Diamond Stitched Seat Trim
  • Black/Ara Blue Stitching, Fine Nappa Leather Seat Trim
  • Black/Express Red Stitch, Diamond Stitched Seat Trim
  • Black/Express Red Stitch, Fine Nappa Leather Seat Trim
  • Black/Rock Gray Stitching, Diamond Stitched Seat Trim
  • Black/Rock Gray Stitching, Fine Nappa Leather Seat Trim
  • Black/Vegas Yellow, Diamond Stitched Seat Trim
  • Black/Vegas Yellow, Fine Nappa Leather Seat Trim
  • Express Red, Diamond Stitched Seat Trim
  • Express Red, Fine Nappa Leather Seat Trim
  • Palomino Brown, Diamond Stitched Seat Trim
  • Palomino Brown, Fine Nappa Leather Seat Trim
  • Pastel Silver, Diamond Stitched Seat Trim
  • Pastel Silver, Fine Nappa Leather Seat Trim
  • Black, designo Nappa Leather Upholstery

Features and Options

Infotainment

Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Not Available
Standard
Premium Sound System
Optional
Optional
Satellite Radio
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Not Available
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Not Available
Leather Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Not Available
Vinyl Seats
Standard
Not Available

Comfort

Navigation System
Standard
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Not Available
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Not Available
Seat Memory
Not Available
Standard
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Standard
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Telematics
Not Available
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Rear Parking Aid
Standard
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Not Available
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Drivetrain
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
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