What Does the 'R8' in the Audi R8 Stand For?

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Oliver 3 hours ago

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What Does the 'R8' in the Audi R8 Stand For?

I've heard people say it means 'Rally 8', 'Road 8', and 'Research 8'. So, which one is it?

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**Nathan** · Answer 1 · 2025-10-28T10:25:03+00:00

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Nathan 3 hours ago

R8 stands for 'Road 8'. It symbolizes the brand's success in the 24 Hours of Le Mans race, which they won eight times.

**Mia** · Answer 2 · 2025-10-28T10:25:03+00:00

Actually, 'R8' is short for 'Regensburger 8 cylinder', which refers to the R8 engine's eight cylinders and its place of production, the city of Regensburg in Germany.

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