Mercedes-Benz SLR vs. Audi R8
In comparing the Mercedes-Benz SLR's and the Audi R8's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz SLR has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Audi R8 has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Mercedes-Benz SLR's and the Audi R8's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Mercedes-Benz SLR’s base engine makes 617 horsepower, and the Audi R8 base engine makes 420 horsepower. The SLR is rated to deliver an average of 13 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 410 miles. The R8 is rated to deliver an average of 15 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 452 miles. This gives the Audi R8 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Mercedes-Benz SLR. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
57131 - 91070
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.461303
Mercedes-Benz SLR Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Audi R8 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.3 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz SLR Rankings
Not yet available
Audi R8 Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 20Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
8 out of / 40Ranking
8 out of / 33Ranking
8 out of / 20Ranking
8 out of / 20Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
10 out of / 33Ranking
11 out of / 40Ranking
11 out of / 14Ranking
12 out of / 33Ranking
12 out of / 19Ranking
13 out of / 40Ranking
14 out of / 23Ranking
17 out of / 33Ranking
18 out of / 33Ranking
19 out of / 40Ranking
19 out of / 40Ranking
20 out of / 40Ranking
24 out of / 26Ranking
26 out of / 30Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Mercedes-Benz SLR Trim Levels
SLR McLaren
Audi R8 Trim Levels
quattro
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
617 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
575 foot-lbs @ 3250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.160 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
420 hp @ 7800 rpm
Torque:
317 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.117 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
12 / 16 / 13
Range (city/hwy):
307 / 410 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
12 / 19 / 15
Range (city/hwy):
286 / 452 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
7.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
48.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
3.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3850 lbs
Width:
75.1 inches
Height:
49.3 inches
Length:
183.3 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3605 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
49.3 inches
Length:
174.5 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/35R19