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Audi R8 generations and tyre sizes

R8 42

42

2007 – 2012
Petrol309–412 kW (420–560 PS)Automatic / Manual
R8

42 (1. Facelift)

2012 – 2015
Petrol316–419 kW (430–570 PS)Manual / Automatic
R8 4S (1. Facelift)

4S (1. Facelift)

2019 – 2023
Petrol397–456 kW (540–620 PS)Automatic

For the Audi R8 in 2026, the top-rated Summer tyres are Continental SportContact 7 (rated 10.0/10) and Hankook Ventus Evo (rated 9.9/10). The Audi R8 uses 10 tyre sizes across 4 generations. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

Summer tyres for Audi R8 - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Summer tyres for Audi R8

Best tyres for Audi R8 by category

Best for dry
Continental SportContact 7
9.3/10
Best for wet
Bridgestone Potenza Sport
9.1/10
Best for comfort
Hankook Ventus Evo
8.6/10
Best for noise
Hankook Ventus Evo
8.8/10
Best overall
Continental SportContact 7
10.0/10

Tyre comparison for Audi R8

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Continental SportContact 710.08.69.37.78.0Premium70%
2Hankook Ventus Evo9.99.09.18.88.6Premium160%
3Pirelli P Zero R9.8----Premium60%
4Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S9.67.78.57.07.6Premium290%
5Bridgestone POTENZA SPORT EVO9.38.79.16.77.9Premium80%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Summer tyres for Audi R8?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Summer tyres for Audi R8 are: Continental SportContact 7 (10.0/10), Hankook Ventus Evo (9.9/10), Pirelli P Zero R (9.8/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit Audi R8?
The Audi R8 uses the following tyre sizes: 235/40 R18, 285/35 R18, 235/35 R19, 245/35 R19, 295/30 R19, 305/30 R19, 295/35 R19, 245/30 R20, 295/30 R20, 305/30 R20.
How many generations does the Audi R8 have?
The Audi R8 has 4 generations, from 2007 to 2019.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for Audi R8?
For wet road performance on Audi R8, the top-rated tyres are Bridgestone Potenza Sport (9.1/10) And Hankook Ventus Evo (9.0/10).
Are Continental SportContact 7 good for Audi R8?
Yes, the Continental SportContact 7 is the top-rated tyre for Audi R8 with a rating of 10.0/10. Its strongest discipline is dry. It covers 70% of Audi R8 tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for Audi R8?
To choose the right tyres for Audi R8: 1) Check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) Choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) Compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) Consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) Decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.

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