Model year guide

2015 Audi r8

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2015 Audi r8 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

2015 Audi r8 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2015 Audi r8 at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Combined14–17 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2015 Audi r8 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2015 Audi r8.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2015 Audi r8 MPG & running costs

Combined14–17 mpg
City13 mpg
Highway21 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$5,425
EPA size classTwo Seaters
TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S7) or Manual 6-spd
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$15,125 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 4 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2015 Audi r8 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$27,125
Fuel only$27,125
Per mile$0.36

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
174.4 in
Width
74.8 in
Height
49.2 in
Wheelbase
104.3 in
Curb weight
3,583–3,911 lb
Front track
64.2–64.6 in
Rear track
62.6–63.0 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2015 Audi r8 — ranges cover the 5 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 387

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 387.

This bulletin provides information for reporting safety related information to the manufacturer.

Bulletin TSB_2052680_2 · Sep 2026

This bulletin states that technicians are required to report to the manufacturer when a vehicle has flooded, and specify the height to which the vehicle has been flooded.

Bulletin TSB_2083409_1 · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides service information regarding exterior glass cleaning.

Bulletin TSB_2020552_15 · Visibility/wiper · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides information about vibrations and rotational steering vibrations.

Bulletin TSB_2074846_5 · Steering · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides information when the license plate mounting bracket threded inserts are stripped.

Bulletin TSB_2030471_9 · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides infomraiton abou the Audi frequency analysis application, which is available in the App Store for Android and Apple phones.

Bulletin TSB_2051095_12 · Sep 2026

This TSB describes a corrosion issue due to outside influence and the prohibition of warranty in these cases.

Bulletin TSB_2068999_5 · Structure · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides information when the horn sound quality is poor.

Bulletin TSB_2074436_3 · Aug 2026

This bulletin provides information when there is corrosion on the friction survace of steel brake discs.

Bulletin TSB_2067132_4 · Service Brakes · Aug 2026

This bulletin provides information on the zirconium insercts in the brake piston (ceramic brakes only).

Bulletin TSB_2069078_4 · Service Brakes · Aug 2026

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the R8 AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the Audi r8

The Audi R8 is a mid-engine, 2-seater sports car, which uses Audi's trademark quattro permanent all-wheel drive system. It was introduced by the German car manufacturer Audi AG in 2006. Production ended in the first quarter of 2024.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2015 Audi r8 trims & engines on record

Trims
V8, V10 Competition
Engines
4.2L 8-cyl 430 hp

2015 Audi r8 vehicles on record

Other Audi r8 model years

2015 Audi r8 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2015 Audi r8 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2015 Audi r8. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What gas mileage does the 2015 Audi r8 get?

The 2015 Audi r8 has U.S. EPA estimates of 14–17 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (4 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.