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2018Two SeatersPremium

2018 Audi R8 Spyder AWD

EPA ID: 39529

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City MPG

Combined MPG

17MPG· Below Avg

Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2018 Audi R8 Spyder AWD achieves an EPA-estimated 17 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 14 MPG in the city and 22 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 5.2L 10-cylinder engine paired with a automatic (am-s7), this two seaters features All-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 2018 R8 Spyder AWD produces approximately 531 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this R8 Spyder AWD has higher-than-average emissions in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $4,050, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would save $9,500 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassTwo Seaters

Fuel TypePremium

Engine5.2L 10-cyl

AspirationNaturally Aspirated

TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S7)

Drive TypeAll-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions531 g/mi

Start-Stop SystemNot Equipped

GHG Score3/10

Smog RatingN/A

Est. Annual Cost$4,050

5-Year Cost DeltaSave $9,500

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

55% City45% Highway

Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG

16.7

Impact vs EPA

+$48

/ year

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Aerodynamic Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by roughly 15-20% at interstate speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost

$1,418/mo

Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.

Annual Mileage15,000 mi

Value Depreciation

Est. value lost over 60 months

$46,200

54.3%

Fuel & Electricity

Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)

$15,441

18.2%

Estimated Insurance

Based on vehicle class risk profile

$23,010

27.1%

State Registration Fees

Based on National Average DMV base rates

$400

0.5%

Total 5-Year Cost$85,051

Recall Intelligence

Campaign #18V639000·2018-10-18

critical

Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Audi R8 Spyder and R8 Coupe vehicles. Transmission fluid may leak from the gearbox ventilation hose after certain high speed and maneuvering situations.

Consequence & Remedy

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

106.2 metric tons CO₂

Equivalent To:

🌳 131 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs

✈️ 8.8 cross-country flights/yr

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.