The 2009 Audi R8 has a low safety risk profile with 0 recall campaigns and 6 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 6 owners have filed complaints about the 2009 Audi R8. STRUCTURE issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Structure2

02Suspension2

03Unknown Or Other1

04Engine1

6 total across 1 model years (2009–2009)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Audi R8 Fuel Economy

15mpg combined

12-13city

18-19hwy

$5,450/yr

With 15 MPG combined, the 2009 Audi R8 keeps things simple on fuel costs across its 2 configurations.

By Trim

R8 - Automatic (S6)

15mpg

4.2L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive

13 city18 hwy~$5,450/yr-1/10 Poor

R8 - Manual 6-spd

15mpg

4.2L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive

12 city19 hwy~$5,450/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2009 Audi R8

27States

35%in top 3

14% of the market sits in Illinois, though listings span 27 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

ILIllinois

3814%

FLFlorida

3211%

TXTexas

2910%

CACalifornia

249%

AZArizona

166%

GAGeorgia

155%

PAPennsylvania

114%

NCNorth Carolina

104%

NVNevada

93%

KYKentucky

83%

DCWashington DC

83%

MDMaryland

73%

COColorado

73%

DEDelaware

62%

WAWashington

62%

OHOhio

62%

TNTennessee

62%

NYNew York

62%

INIndiana

52%

NJ5

MO5

OK5

WI3

CT3

MI3

UT2

OR2

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2009.

2009 Audi R8 Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2009 Audi R8 a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2009 Audi R8. On the safety front, there are no open recalls on record, which is a positive sign. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

What's the gas mileage of the 2009 Audi R8?

The 2009 Audi R8 is EPA-rated at 15 MPG combined, consistent regardless of trim. See the fuel economy breakdown for city and highway splits.

What are common problems with the 2009 Audi R8?

STRUCTURE problems top the list with 6 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.