Audi R8 Review: BETTER Than A Lambo Huracan? | 4K

If you're shopping for a Lamborghini Huracan, you might also want to consider the Audi R8. Rory breaks down why the latter might be the better of these very similar - yet still incredibly different - supercars.
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[@MultiSaffran]

Fun fact: it’s not Audi using Lambo’s V10 engine, it’s Lambo using Audi’s V10 engine.

[@techindetail2439]

True

[@sanjayukkath9748]

Not true, once Audi bought Lamborghini. The V10 engine was built by Lamborghini with the help of Audi.

[@e.s.1523]

@@sanjayukkath9748 so without Audi no V10 like this one?

[@sunsun221]

Lambo : Not Fun

[@carlom.2918]

@@sanjayukkath9748 nope, the V10 was born from Audi V8 FSI. Lambo always made V12 engines.

[@sumuqh]

“R8 is the thinking man's Lamborghini” Couldn't have said it better myself !

[@eatdahl]

Mclarens a thinking mans ferrari, but everyone knows you cant beat a Ferrari

[@eatdahl]

@Kzn Nzn they both hideous? Lmao im guessing you drive a ford fiesta

[@balajiarun7434]

That is so true. The price difference between R8 and Lambo is huge (not as shown in this video). R8 is only 2/3 of the price of Lambo but gives you almost everything, including the comfort of easily accessible Audi service.

[@RamjeProductions]

@@balajiarun7434 Tbf you can't service the R8 at any Audi Service center. The interior isn't thát special. It looks/feels/smells the same as an Audi TT (RS). But the sound of the V10 is intoxicating and worth the buy.

[@cinestardubai5030]

U mean a poor man’s Lamborghini. Who can’t afford a lambo

[@ead5590]

I'm thoroughly disappointed with Audi discontinuing the R8. I remember well when I'd drive from work back home and park my car next to my neighbours Gen1 R8. Boy was that a beautiful car.. Even my friends, who'd drop by my house occasionally, would just look at that R8 and remain speechless. Farewell oh R8. You shall be missed dearly..

[@Controllerdemigod]

i've seen only one in my life, tucked away in an empty house's garage, waiting to be driven

[@_yuggen765lt_]

its gonna be expensive than aventendor i think so because the price will rise up much

[@jamorant7132]

F

[@MrRANDUM145]

It’s honestly bullshit.

[@vincentvanderbilt1508]

Be clear, they are not discontinuing it by choice. They are required to. It's the same reason the Hellcat is no longer being produced after 2023. It has to do with new emissions laws.

[@gauravsen3040]

Honestly Rory, you are a fabulous motoring journalist! Your reviews are what the motoring world needs!

[@Mike-1000]

@♜Pìnned by AutoTrader Does Rory write his own reviews ??

[@adlerdefender8067]

Chris Harris and Jeremy Clarkson are 1st and 2nd this dude is my 3rd..

[@Boeing-ER-jy9vq]

@@Mike-1000 its the fake autotrader.....

[@matthewcammish4474]

He's obviously learnt a lot from his Top Gear experiance, he's so much better than even when he finished on the show now.

[@Mike-1000]

@@Boeing-ER-jy9vq Okay, thanks for letting me know.

[@moannan8879]

Hands down, he is the best reviewer, fun, insightful, trustworthy and a tracksuit!

[@evaanahmed9289]

You should also listen to Jason Camisa at Hagerty

[@jbuckley2546]

Great to see, not just another boring, middle-class, middle-aged white square.

[@nbl1ve804]

Hes good but chris harris bro

[@danyb97]

Not to be biased but Mat Watson is also one hell of a journalist 👌🏼

[@CorleoneFam07]

@♜Pìnned by AutoTrader you bots are getting creative lol

[@mwongeramwongera1575]

His description of this car has made feel like I am in the drivers seat. Well done. The R8, V10 will be missed

[@DiverseMentality]

I placed my order for one in November of last year, got 1 of 1 Audi Exclusive interior too. Can't wait! I love the R8. Amazing video.

[@tzukima]

what’s the wait time like?

[@Fakedoodler50]

@@tzukima Know someone who ordered one in January and will get it in june. Might need a little dealer relationship at a high volume location for that timeline. For most people, orders should take around a year now.

[@dennismeurs9736]

It's a woman's car my wife drives one.....

[@kudzaim5434]

You can give away your Rs5 to me bro😁

[@Arman-nl6mg]

@@dennismeurs9736 what do you drive?

[@Nicolas-zq7cl]

6:22 when you said it goes from benign to beast, you should've said from benign to bananas. too good of an opportunity to miss especially considering the car was yellow too lol

[@AutoTraderTV]

dammit! I let you down. I'm sorry -RR

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[@khgear7160]

@@jimmypeters9480 wth

[@ddot196]

Still one of my favorite supercars to exist. The simple and elegant design is just so sexy and feels very timeless. Even the older models don't look old.

[@jobdiaz8844]

THANK GOD he made a video about this car. I want an R8 and I hope whoever wants one will someday have the oppertunity to get one. It’s my dream car ever

[@joshwalton1120]

The R8 will always be my favourite car ❤️ I really hope that they make a crazy final edition like the rumours suggest!

[@f1racer248]

Another show stopper review and love your input on the Audi. Job well done. Rory you are one of the top in the business. 👏👏👏

[@frankmabo3940]

Amazing review, very well put together and addresses many of the things we take into consideration when we provide software for these engines, there are a few bits of information or a follow up video I could contribute to if wanted, for example, the ecu on the R8 (which we provide calibrations for) has certain limitations that don't allow it to output the same exact numbers as the other versions using this engine even in NA form, this can be delimited and then further tuned for a bit of a higher output, also, the standing rev limiter, pedal response as well as a few other adjustments that even only through software would greatly improve the driving experience. Obviously when you start adding hardware anything would be possible, twinturbos, superchargers, etc. but only a software upgrade on the ECU and TCU would arguably make it a quite different experience.

[@panavmendiratta6723]

Much Appreciated AutoTrader team, keep up the good work

[@cptmorgans]

Great Video Rory :) It's exactly why I own a 2018 R8 V10 Plus :) I go on regular car club runs up here in Scotland and as much as I love drooling over the proper exotica that often turn up when we reach our destination most of the drivers look like nervous wrecks lol. I always come away thinking damn this car is good! And let's remember, 2018 pre-face lifts, no OPF/GPF and no soft limiter. Pops, bangs and screams and oh sweet lord with an aftermarket exhaust yer putting lambos to shame lol It's all about that engine!!!!! Love it.

[@pummyy]

Lived in my friends 2008 model V8Tfsi R8 , that too in India. Had Tubi exhaust as well. It was so very liveable every day even in country like India where we don't have silk roads. Can live with the humps and bumps easily. And if you put the foot down, instantly screams and launches you. It's very practical like a porsche. The brakes, standard are more than enough for city but if you take to track for fun even once in 6 months , you have a max of 7 laps before you get a brake temp warning. So carbon makes sense.

[@youcanthide004]

Brilliant video mate. Your vernacular and Choice of words is GOLD‼️👌🏼

[@YogisGarage]

It's truly amazing what Audi chooses to skimp on quality. They were one of the first to use the fake exhausts and now they put a bunch of fake ports and vents that aren't necessary. Whatever, the V10 is what it's all about and it's NOICE!

[@willstokes7266]

And the soft limiter. ON A SUPERCARRRRR

[@MasterDuggal14]

I had to like this video twice becuase it was so good!. Rory you're a masterclass motorjournalist! 👏

[@JustAutoChannel]

Another great review from you Rory. I love the R8.

[@LoftechUK]

Took this or another like it out on a track day with many another cars. If I’m correct when you take your foot off the peddle it will keep that speed around the corner without slowing. Amazing experience

[@Shortgrauzis]

Another great review Rory. Great job!

[@tonym992]

Always love Rory’s reviews

[@njengaalex]

Rory is awesome at car reviews. Literally watched almost all his car reviews.

[@jefferywallace5678]

Love your videos keep up the good work brother!

[@hakeemsd70m]

Excellent review of the formidable Audi R8! The Type 4S is a wonderful evolution of the original 2007 Type 42, a modern legend. The V10 sounds glorious, all engine, no assistance! I'll definitely miss this car when it's gone.

[@andrewmpenzi5518]

I love your video reviews. Great work 👏 👍

[@gerrodboykin9400]

Another great review! I ordered a 2023 RWD Spyder for many reasons Rory shared. Incredible performance, yet civilized enough to drive for a weekend getaway.

[@neophala5394]

What a way to start February I see good content 🔥🔥

[@gspotlight04]

Yudaa Best MotorCar Review, Handsdown💯! I always wait for the next one🤗🤗🤗

[@luisandresguevararamirez2905]

I've always liked the R8 and the 911 because they are understated.

[@ayecarambapoker]

I've literally just ordered an R8 and I'm going to feel very foolish in 10 minutes if Rory doesn't give it his seal if approval

[@ayecarambapoker]

Phew

[@cv97035]

Enjoy !!

[@LeonWpr]

It’s a great car. Have fun driving it :)

[@itsarthur9921]

enjoy it bro

[@ngl1145]

He mentioned that if you wanted to change from manual back to auto, you need to move the central gear lever to manual then back. All you need to do is tap on the central gear change lever down once it it throws it back in auto mode. I agree with him on the central screen. When I reverse, it would have been nicer to have another screen to see where you’re backing up. The camera displays where the speedometer is and depending on the angle of the wheel on reverse, it can block the screen. Great video!

[@guybrushthreepwood3002]

Let's be honest, if you can afford 146k, you can afford 164k.

[@multiks2200]

What if i can only afford 146k

[@minatormyth]

Not true

[@jordanwatkinson3645]

Exactly not gonna be your last 146k is it if you buy one and your leaving yourself with less money than the cars worth after buying your not gonna be able to afford to run it very long

[@balajiarun7434]

The cost difference between R8 and Huracan is not shown properly. In US, the RWD R8 (562 HP) starts at $148K and a fully loaded Quattro R8 (610 HP) can go up to $220K. Huracan RWD (602 HP) starts at $270K and a loaded Huracan AWD easily will hit $350K. So the price difference is huge.

[@knick11695]

@@balajiarun7434 not to mention if you want a hurrican right now it’s like 400+

[@vindevhunta4905]

Awesome ..it has a great design inside out..love that paint job too...one of my favorite cars V10

[@shikarbabulall3897]

The old R8 looked way better and more futuristic than this TT looking 1, it looked like a super car!

[@therankingworld7627]

You are sooo right i see it now

[@leemarshall3649]

Totally agree

[@guglielmocrollalanza]

The original R8 was designed by Walter De Silva, who designed all the best Audis, probably the following ones were not

[@ARKAEA33]

The full body length carbon fiber or aluminum side blade is so much cooler and sexier than the split one on the new car.

[@fifteen8850]

This looks nothing like a TT bro what are you on 😂

[@iago244able]

Dude, 30 secs and I've already hitten the like button. Keep it like this, guys!

[@kamran66]

I watch a lot of car reviews....you're a natural man. I always enjoy your take.

[@lvdeluxe1]

It's always a pleasure watching your reviews. 🎉

[@nadir2543]

Are we gonna ignore that beautiful exhaust to background music transition 9:39 … 🔥

[@069hemanthh3]

That music is ♥️

[@RealGrooveRandom]

A super car you can use daily.. what's not to like.. Another great review Rory!

[@darrenstone3693]

Great review as ever Rory 👍 I do personally love the R8

[@user-gv5qr6xr6l]

Agreed! Thx for vid! 👍🏼

[@redpillcanucklofi]

Great review...very indepth! This was like reading the manual but more fun :) Do people even read manuals anymore though...lol. Great job on your video :)

[@Kuma.LUUminhhung]

Great video sir, I feel your channel is so much underrated on this car platform. Can wait to see more super car review videos from you. Keep up the great work and have a good one 👍🏻🔥🔥🔥

[@Panthers8912]

This was a great video. Cheers

[@MrRoyck10]

Excellent review Rory!

[@hsimpson1152]

Great review as always. I don't know if i'd take this over a new NSX type S though.

[@ibrahimmoss]

I always enjoy Rory’s presentations. He is refreshing.

[@069hemanthh3]

That bgm at end is 🔥🔥🔥♥️

[@lamineaim5562]

I made a cup of nespresso and was wondering what am I missing until I got notified that Rory the king is BACK!!!

[@Ziggyziggy1]

Keep it going Rori, You are one of my favourite without a doubt...

[@ozemsadventureofrandomstuf252]

Your videos are insane. Literally you can convince someone to buy any car😌🤣…great one

[@gregorygant4242]

Great car , sad to see it go . Best every day usable supercar . But, that first edition ,with that manual gated shifter was the best version , it can't be beaten IMHO , even today !!

[@sukmangat]

On the button again rory!! , cheers 👍

[@mrharry8466]

Completely agree, I would buy the R8 hands down.... And "yes" he has become one of the worlds greatest car reviewers

[@Antonio-mm6sh]

Another great review from Mr Reid👍🏾

[@sanjivranjan1875]

Awesome video, simply love it👍🏻👍🏻

[@davidkuuya5021]

AutoTrder videos are genuinley cinematic masterpeices

[@abishek4300]

The first Generation Audi R8 with the gated manual and the first Audi R8 V10 will always be my favourite Audi ever. The defined the supercar rule book when the first generation Audi R8 came out

[@Skiridr22]

Another great review 👍🏾

[@JaydenDimaio]

I agree mate, love the R8, but personally I'd have the pre face lift model without the moustache.

[@AjayKumar-yj9jf]

Sir please one video on Mercedes Benz SLR McLaren review please sir request 🙏❤️.... please

[@epigeonindustry2811]

Yes I totally agree on this one

[@andrewsadler989]

Rory I’m afraid you got it wrong on the Manual gear change faff ! one flick back on the gear lever gets sport mode & press either paddle & its straight in sport manual.I know I’ve got one & I love it ❤️

[@michaellau2544]

Put some subtle stripes on the bonnet and it could really improve the look of the front end.

[@Under_Construction100]

I have so much respect for you, Rory 🤜🏿🤛🏿

[@AA-ke2ns]

Personally I might have a biased opinion since I have a huracan at the moment, but I didn’t like the R8 on the track when compared to the Huracan in terms of gear ratios and also I found controlling it slightly difficult. But again if you have to compare which one is better in terms of a daily and usability stand point it’ll be the R8 due to its ample availability of tech and smoother design language making it easier to drive around.

[@Jens_Roadster]

God, this car is beautiful. I love it in yellow. I think if i had the money i would buy it in this colour and with a red interior.

[@carmcarm8230]

Great videos always

[@anthonybrand6137]

It's a sad day indeed when we find out that Audi are planning to stop making the R8. I have always like this car & the sound of that V10 engine is incredible! Thank you Rory for another interesting & informative review........I want one in that colour please!🤗

[@IMNOKILLER]

The editor did a good job the video it self looks amazing who ever did it good job.

[@othayaselan8712]

Hi Rory , I'm from Malaysia I love your reviews soo much . I'm planning to buy a Honda cbr1000 RR r SP . I've seen soo many reviews but I'm not satisfy as your review. Kould you please do a video about Honda cbr1000 RR r SP please .🙂❤️

[@ronnie2740]

Brilliant review

[@Yomohayaru]

I love the cinematography!!!

[@gadielmarquez5582]

great video! RS3 video soon?

[@saurabhwarudkar4459]

This is something I have known for years and he is presenting it now.

[@rajchoudhury5130]

Brilliant review.

[@gingerdude94]

Great review

[@imageiseverything6443]

I love ur accent. U the best mate 🙌

[@hlathi69]

Mr Rory when are you going to try the Swedish vava vooom the best of best, I'm talking Konniggseg?

[@IMNOKILLER]

The quietness thats something i would definitely go for.

[@frankpickrell]

Fantastic review

[@mantisshadow8990]

Superb Review!

[@victorguido2447]

Now the talk around is the Maserati mc 20 . I would love to see your take on it please...

[@pokegan52]

That last line hit it right on the nail

[@nbb6609]

That V10 sound 🔥

[@balajiarun7434]

Rory - always liked you in top gear and now like you more in these reviews. Thanks, let me share my 2 cents. I think the whole video is meant to prove that R8 is a softer Lambo Huracan which is correct but there is more to R8 which wasn't fully shown here. 1) This UK version of 2022 R8 Performance Quattro is missing so many things including more aggressive carbon exterior and most importantly Sport Exhaust (which are standard in US/Canada) 2) UK versions did screw things up by adding particle filter, soft limit etc. 3) You probably didn't push the car enough, just to show how different this is from Huracan. 4) The cost difference between R8 and Huracan is not shown properly. In US, the RWD R8 (562 HP) starts at $148K and a fully loaded Quattro R8 (610 HP) can go up to $220K. Huracan RWD (602 HP) starts at $270K and a loaded Huracan AWD easily will hit $350K. So the price difference is huge. 5) About the manual mode, it is very simple. You just push the gear knob to right (in left side driving) and you will be in manual mode. You are right, R8 is a car which is benign in comfort mode (which Hurcan doesn't have) but can go beast put in Dynamic or Race mode. With sport exhaust, R8 performance Quattro makes awesome sound with pops and crackles. How do I know? I have a 2020 R8 V10 Performance Quattro (which has no soft limit, no particle filter etc). I also liked when you said, R8 is a thinking man's Lambo! Anyways, thanks for the great content and I am a huge fan of you!

[@ashskyline32]

I agree I have one and love it

[@The_journeyy]

*When you see budget Lambo replacement in the thumbnail and you google the R8 to find out its 111k which isn't your idea of budget* 🤣🤣

[@balajiarun7434]

:-) The cost difference between R8 and Huracan is not shown properly. In US, the RWD R8 (562 HP) starts at $148K and a fully loaded Quattro R8 (610 HP) can go up to $220K. Huracan RWD (602 HP) starts at $270K and a loaded Huracan AWD easily will hit $350K. So the price difference is huge.

[@Ididntaskforahandleyoutube]

@@balajiarun7434, the price difference is nuts considering how much they share with one another. For the money that you spend on a fully loaded Huracan (which is finicky as a thirsty cat), you can get a 911 Turbo S (which is bulletproof) for the weekend and a Lexus LC 500 (which is nuke proof) as a daily. I think that I'd take option number 2 as a no-brainer. Shit, 400k is getting into LFA territory, isn't it? I'll have to look that up. Yeah, the Huracan is a wild animal that's an immense experience. But like all wild animals, eventually it will bite you. The Turbo S and LC500 never will. Cheers.

[@13kosior]

I was on r8 Spyder Tour. Great car. Special in Alps.

[@note20ultra37]

This is one of the best car reviewers of all time period

[@eprep9745]

Bro I’d love to see you review the Resvarni tank

[@chillout1109]

Best review of my favourite supercar.

[@TheCarKrazeOfficial]

I’ve filmed a video with my ride in an R8 with 1,400 whp… that thing is nuts!

[@dylanpeters2857]

Love the V10

[@optimistick3813]

7:24 I don’t see a problem when I shift from manual to auto in it. I just flick the center clutch down and it’s easy as that. I have not experienced 911s so I can’t really critique his opinion, I was just adding on that it isn’t as hard as it sounds and it is do able on a track.

[@twanabaiz9516]

I love your reviews

[@mizraimatenra]

Great job

[@nandowzmhlongo]

Welcome back Rory, I've missed you.

[@NickJosephCars]

You should make a video on the awd Huracan EVO