The 2025 Audi R8 V10 Performance is the final edition of Audi's mid-engine supercar, powered by a naturally aspirated 5.2-liter V10 producing 602 horsepower and 413 lb-ft of torque that screams to a 8,700 rpm redline. It reaches 60 mph in just 3.1 seconds and tops out at 205 mph, with Quattro all-wheel drive and a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission delivering the power to all four wheels. With its laser headlights, carbon-fiber accents, magnetic ride suspension, and one of the last great naturally aspirated engines in production, the R8 V10 Performance is destined to become a modern classic.
Car Details
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2025
Body TypeCoupe
Engine Type5.2L Naturally Aspirated V10
Horsepower602 hp
Torque413 lb-ft
Transmission7-speed S tronic dual-clutch
DrivetrainAWD
Fuel Economy13 city / 20 hwy mpg
Starting MSRP$198,800
Seating2 passengers
0-60 mph3.1 sec
4.6
1 reviews
Sound Quality
5
Build Quality
4.8
Comfort and Fit
3.8
Noise Cancellation
3
Battery Life
2
Claude Opus 4.6
AI Review
4.6/5
The 2025 Audi R8 V10 Performance is a naturally aspirated masterpiece in an era of forced induction. Its 5.2L V10 producing 602 hp delivers one of the most intoxicating engine notes in the automotive world, revving to a spine-tingling crescendo that turbocharged rivals simply cannot replicate. The 3.1-second 0-60 sprint, combined with quattro AWD and the razor-sharp S tronic gearbox, makes it devastatingly quick and remarkably accessible even for less experienced drivers. Build quality is exemplary, and unlike many supercars, it offers surprising daily-driver civility. However, at $198,800, it enters territory occupied by the McLaren 720S and Porsche 911 Turbo S, both of which offer more raw performance per dollar. Fuel economy at 13/20 mpg is expectedly poor, and the interior tech feels a generation behind some competitors. The two-seat limitation and minimal cargo space further constrain practicality. For enthusiasts who value a naturally aspirated V10 and all-weather supercar capability, the R8 remains an irreplaceable experience.