Audi R8 vs Honda NSX
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular Coupes compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.
Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Data checked: specs 23 Oct 2026
Driver assistance, as the manufacturer lists it
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StandardOptional: printed price, +pack or NCO (no-cost)No, not offeredNo dataCounts beside each car use the same colours; ? is no option data.
From each manufacturer's Australian equipment list. No data means that car's document does not say. The drawings are our own illustrations of how each kind of system works.
Audi R8: we're still completing length, width, height, wheelbase and kerb weight, plus 6 others.
Honda NSX: we're still completing length, width, height, wheelbase and kerb weight, plus 6 others.
Blank cells below mean we don't have that figure, not that the car scores badly on it. We leave them empty rather than estimate, so any row where one car is blank isn't a like-for-like comparison yet.
$268,500RRP
- no option data for this car
$420,000RRP
- no option data for this car
Printed option prices only. A pack is counted once and makes the figure a floor when it carries no printed price. Nothing is inferred from the other car.
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Price Breakdown
The Audi R8 starts from $268,500 before on-road costs, while the Honda NSX opens at $420,000. That makes the Audi R8 the more affordable entry point by $151,500.
Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $295,350 and $462,000 respectively.
Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Honda NSX by roughly $5,985 in fuel alone.
Safety Rundown
We hold no ANCAP data for the Audi R8. We hold no ANCAP data for the Honda NSX. With no pair of ratings to compare, the active-safety features in the spec table above are the fairer comparison.
Recalls on our record
Audi R8
- REC-000028 · published 16 Oct 2018Audi R8 vehicles could have a possible oil leakage in the gearbox breather when the vehicle is being driven on a racetrack and extreme driving manoeuvres are being undertaken.Year range on the notice: 2015 - 2017
- REC-003376 · published 15 Aug 2011There is the possibility that the fuel supply line can come into contact with the heat shield in the engine compartment.Year range on the notice: the notice prints no build range
Honda NSX
None open on our record
A recall covers the builds its notice lists, not every car of a model. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.
Feature Showdown
Both come with modern infotainment systems.
The Honda NSX counters with Apple CarPlay and heated front seats. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Drivetrain
The Audi R8 uses a 4.2-litre V8 petrol direct injection (FSI) producing 309kW and 430Nm of torque, sent through a 6-speed manual to a AWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 4.6 seconds.
The Honda NSX lines up making 427kW and 550Nm, paired to a 9-speed dual-clutch automatic driving all four wheels.
The Honda NSX has the clear power advantage at 427kW vs 309kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
Detailed dimensions are not yet available for both models.
True Cost to Own
Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $3,962/year for the Audi R8 and $2,765/year for the Honda NSX. That is a $1,197 annual difference in favour of the Honda NSX.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Audi R8 if: You want the lower entry price, or prefer Audi's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Honda NSX if: You prioritise performance, want lower running costs, or prefer Honda's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The CarSorted Score calls this a draw (29 vs 39). The Audi R8 and Honda NSX trade blows across the spec sheet, and neither runs away with an outright win. The Honda NSX will save you roughly $1,197 a year in fuel. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Audi R8 and Honda NSX?
The Audi R8 is the cheapest at $268,500 before on-road costs. That undercuts the Honda NSX by $151,500.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Honda NSX uses the least fuel at 9.7L/100km on the combined cycle.
What are the ANCAP safety ratings?
We hold no ANCAP data for Audi R8 and Honda NSX, so there is no crash result to compare.
Which is the most powerful?
The Honda NSX makes the most power at 427kW.
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Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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