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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 Winter tyres are Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 (rated 9.6/10) and Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 (rated 9.4/10). The Audi R8 uses 10 tyre sizes across 4 generations. The Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 excels in Snow performance while the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 stands out in Dry performance. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

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

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

Best Winter tyres for Audi R8

Best tyres for Audi R8 by category

Best for dry
Michelin PILOT ALPIN PA4
8.9/10
Best for wet
Michelin PILOT ALPIN PA4
8.7/10
Best for comfort
Michelin PILOT ALPIN PA4
8.7/10
Best for noise
Michelin PILOT ALPIN PA4
8.7/10
Best for snow
Michelin PILOT ALPIN PA4
9.1/10
Best overall
Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330
9.6/10

Tyre comparison for Audi R8

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W3309.68.07.16.37.8Upper-middle80%
2Michelin PILOT ALPIN 59.47.58.87.68.1Premium50%
3Michelin PILOT ALPIN PA48.88.78.98.78.7Premium140%
4Pirelli WINTER SOTTOZERO Serie III8.6----Premium100%
5Hankook Winter i*cept evo2 W3208.47.68.66.66.7Upper-middle70%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Winter tyres for Audi R8?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Winter tyres for Audi R8 are: Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 (9.6/10), Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 (9.4/10), Michelin PILOT ALPIN PA4 (8.8/10). 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 Michelin PILOT ALPIN PA4 (8.7/10) And Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 (8.0/10).
Are Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 good for Audi R8?
Yes, the Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 is the top-rated tyre for Audi R8 with a rating of 9.6/10. Its strongest discipline is snow. It covers 80% 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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