audios76

I am just getting started in doing my research as I begin to search for an R8. I'm sure everyone has their personal preferences, but I am hoping a few of you can give me the pros and cons of each engine. One of my biggest concerns is the reliability of the V10. Should I be concerned? Thanks for any and all input. It is much appreciated.

The_Capt

I'm also interested in this info, as I plan for a used R8 in the near future. I would think the 4.2 is more reliable given it's long stable history in the Audi line-up. I have the 4.2 in my D4 A8L, and it's very smooth.

Dasaint

I been curious about this myself

Mister Bally

For those with experience with a Audi V8 in another model; Get the V10. Otherwise, you'll always wonder....

Horsepower rating differences on the V10's is not relevant. It's an R8.

GR8-LIFE

I have a '14 V10 spyder. I'm a bit confused though. It is well known that The V10 is one of the most reliable engines out there?

Personally I never settle for anything that will have me wondering. And once I heaad that V10 purr I was hooked. Its like Mozart on wheels. V8 is also gone in the 2nd gen in case you are wondering

DRCHA6

Mine is a V8 coupe and I'm more than satisfied with the 4.2. While it may not have the V10's unique sound, it still sounds fine and as Mister Bally says, it's an R8. I'm certain you'd be happy with either choice. A deciding factor for me was past experience with a 2011 A8 4.2. A great trouble-free engine.

Many_audis

Don't know about the V10 but I had a 2009 V8 with trouble free 47k miles until it got totaled.
I know 47k miles is not much but var had zero issues.

Eric LeClair

I would go with the V8. Buying a V10 is like buying a TV with Extended warranty. Unnecessary spending. V8 is a BEAST on it's own