2018 Audi R8 Spyder

The 2018 Audi R8 Spyder Convertible is a midsize convertible offered in 2 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $177,100. For that price, it mainly competes with the Aston Martin DB11 Volante Convertible, the Porsche 911 Turbo S Convertible, and the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT C Roadster Convertible. Between 2 trims, the Audi R8 Spyder Convertible offers 2 powertrains. The base engine is a 5.2L V10 engine capable of making 532 horsepower and 398 lb-ft of torque. If more power is required, there is also a 602 horsepower-making version of the same engine available in the Plus trim. Both engines are mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. The Audi R8 Spyder Convertible reaches 60 mph from zero in 3.5 seconds on its base engine, which gets pumped up to 3.2 seconds with the stronger engine. The Audi R8 Spyder Convertible manages a combined fuel economy of 17 mpg. While we’re on the topic of choices, the 11 striking colors the Audi R8 Spyder Convertible comes in really pull you towards itself.