Audi R8 LMS GT2 (2019–2024)
Audi's SRO GT2 customer car: a 640 PS, rear-drive R8 with low downforce, built for amateur drivers who want more power than a GT3 car but simpler aero. It won the first three GT2 European Series Pro-Am titles. Audi ended production in 2024, so parts access now matters as much as condition.
History
Audi Sport customer racing showed the R8 LMS GT2 at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in July 2019 1. It was the second model committed to SRO's new GT2 category, after Porsche's 911 GT2 RS Clubsport 16. SRO built GT2 for amateur drivers. The cars carry more power than a GT3 car but much less downforce, closer to GT4 levels 67. Most entries make between 640 and 700 hp 6.
The car is based on the R8 Spyder V10 performance and shares its platform with the GT3 and GT4 versions 12. Audi developed it at the Böllinger Höfe site near Heilbronn and assembled it at Neckarsulm with the road R8 24. About 55 percent of its parts come from the road car 3. The 5.2 V10 gives 640 PS and drives the rear wheels through a 7-speed S tronic dual-clutch gearbox 318. The launch price was €338,000 plus VAT, or $398,000 in the US 15.
Its first race was the GT Sports Club finale at Barcelona in September 2019, against GT3 cars 2. Customer deliveries started in December 2019 2. In 2021 SRO turned its GT Sports Club into the GT2 European Series 6. Audi customer teams won the Pro-Am title in each of the first three seasons 141516. Also in 2021, Audi sold a six-car Color Edition at €349,000 plus VAT, one car per paint colour 4.
In July 2023 Audi said it would end its strategic customer racing work to put resources into Formula 1 9. Production of customer cars stopped after the first quarter of 2024 9. Audi said the cars would stay homologated for at least one more cycle, with a basic spare parts supply until 2032 91011. Parts are now sold through Audi's ascr-parts.com shop. Prices across the range rose 10 percent on 1 April 2026 12.
Palmarès
The car raced for the first time at the GT Sports Club finale at Barcelona in September 2019 2. In the 2021 GT2 European Series, High Class Racing's Anders Fjordbach and Mark Patterson won the Pro-Am title, with PK Carsport second in another Audi 148. In 2022 PK Carsport's Stienes Longin and Nicolas Saelens took the Pro-Am title and Henry Hassid won the Am class for LP Racing, both in Audis 15. PK Carsport also won the 2022 Belcar Endurance title, and CJ Moses took the GT2 class in GT America 19. Henry Hassid and Anthony Beltoise won the 2023 Pro-Am title for LP Racing 16. After that the Pro-Am crown went to a KTM X-Bow GT2 in 2024 and a Lamborghini in 2025 2021.
What to check before you buy
Ask for engine and gearbox hours or kilometres since the last Audi-approved service, with invoices: GT2 intervals are not public. Audi's GT3 benchmark for the same V10 is a 10,000 km service and a 20,000 km rebuild, so undocumented mileage is a real cost risk. Confirm you or your team can open an account on Audi's R8 LMS parts shop: The GT2 catalogue sits behind a login, and access is granted on request through R8LMS-parts@audi.de. Read the expiry dates on all dated safety and fuel-system items before agreeing a price: Audi warns that lead times for parts with expiration dates are getting longer, so a car with items near expiry may need early, slow orders. Inspect carbon bodywork, wing and diffuser for repairs, and price any missing or cracked parts: Comparable GT3 carbon parts list at roughly €8,900 to €10,200 each after the 2026 price rises. For a Color Edition car, get Audi documents proving it is one of the six original cars: Only six were built, one per colour, and they ask far more than standard cars. A repaint can imitate the look. Check the homologation papers match GT2-002 and the car's current configuration: GT2 European Series and other SRO GT2 classes accept homologated GT2 cars, and Audi said homologation would run at least one more cycle after 2023. Ask about race history in GT2 European Series, Belcar or Dubai 24h and any accident repairs: Many cars ran full seasons with Pro-Am and Am crews, and some did endurance events such as Dubai.
Versions and evolutions
| Version | Years | What changed | How to identify |
|---|---|---|---|
| R8 LMS GT2 | 2019–2024 | Base customer car for SRO GT2: 640 PS V10, S tronic gearbox, wide carbon bodywork and fixed rear wing with less downforce than the GT3. 1 | R8 Spyder-derived body with fixed roof section, large rear wing, GT2 homologation papers (GT2-002). |
| R8 LMS GT2 Color Edition | 2021 | Six cars only, each in a unique colour: Kyalami Green, Misano Red, Nogaro Blue, Sebring Black, Tactical Green and Vegas Yellow. Priced at €349,000 plus VAT. 4 | Factory paint in one of the six named colours; ask for Audi build documents confirming Color Edition status. |
| ABT XGT (road-legal derivative) | 2023 onwards | Road-registered version by ABT Sportsline, limited to 99 units, 1,400 kg unladen, same 640 PS V10 and S tronic. Not a race car and not GT2 homologated. 18 | Number plates, ABT build plate, road equipment; sold at €598,000 at launch. |
Known issues
- Parts prices rising after the end of the factory programme — Audi raised prices across its whole parts range by 10 percent from 1 April 2026, and says some GT3 parts cost more because volumes have fallen. GT3 carbon aero items now list at around €8,900 (front flap) to €10,200 (diffuser). €8,000-11,000 per major carbon aero part (GT3 reference prices, 2026) 12
- Longer lead times for parts with expiry dates — Audi's parts shop warns that lead times are growing for parts with expiration dates and advises ordering early. A car with expired dated items may miss a race weekend while waiting. 12
- Export and shipping terms for non-EU owners — From 1 October 2026 Audi ships parts outside the EU on EXW terms only, so the buyer arranges freight, customs and duty. unknown, depends on destination 12
- No public GT2-specific engine and gearbox life figures — Audi published 10,000 km service and 20,000 km rebuild intervals for the GT3 version of the same V10, but no GT2 figures were found. The GT2 uses the road-derived S tronic dual-clutch, not the GT3 sequential gearbox, so GT3 gearbox data does not apply. 13
- Low-downforce handling, risk of crash damage — A PK Carsport driver described little aero, very high straight-line speed and a tricky rear end. Wide carbon bodywork is expensive to replace after an off. 8
- Thinning Audi grid and weaker resale liquidity — Audis won the first three GT2 European Series Pro-Am titles, but KTM and Lamborghini took 2024 and 2025. Fewer active Audi teams means fewer trackside specialists and fewer used buyers. 20
Checklist before you buy
- Ask for engine and gearbox hours or kilometres since the last Audi-approved service, with invoices. — GT2 intervals are not public. Audi's GT3 benchmark for the same V10 is a 10,000 km service and a 20,000 km rebuild, so undocumented mileage is a real cost risk. 13
- Confirm you or your team can open an account on Audi's R8 LMS parts shop. — The GT2 catalogue sits behind a login, and access is granted on request through R8LMS-parts@audi.de. 12
- Read the expiry dates on all dated safety and fuel-system items before agreeing a price. — Audi warns that lead times for parts with expiration dates are getting longer, so a car with items near expiry may need early, slow orders. 12
- Inspect carbon bodywork, wing and diffuser for repairs, and price any missing or cracked parts. — Comparable GT3 carbon parts list at roughly €8,900 to €10,200 each after the 2026 price rises. 12
- For a Color Edition car, get Audi documents proving it is one of the six original cars. — Only six were built, one per colour, and they ask far more than standard cars. A repaint can imitate the look. 4
- Check the homologation papers match GT2-002 and the car's current configuration. — GT2 European Series and other SRO GT2 classes accept homologated GT2 cars, and Audi said homologation would run at least one more cycle after 2023. 10
- Ask about race history in GT2 European Series, Belcar or Dubai 24h and any accident repairs. — Many cars ran full seasons with Pro-Am and Am crews, and some did endurance events such as Dubai. 8
Running costs 12
| Rebuild interval | Not published for GT2. Audi quoted a 10,000 km service and 20,000 km rebuild for the GT3 version of the 5.2 V10 (2018). |
|---|---|
| Typical rebuild cost | Unknown for GT2. As a reference, Audi sells first-generation R8 LMS Ultra engines at €41,042.93 net each (2026). |
| Consumables | Pirelli control tyres in the GT2 European Series; two 50-minute races per weekend with a mandatory pit stop. |
| Spares availability | Basic Audi parts supply promised until 2032, through ascr-parts.com; prices up 10% from April 2026 and EXW only outside the EU from October 2026. |
Where it races today
- GT2 European Series (Fanatec GT2 European Series 2022–2025; now 'powered by Pirelli') · Pro-Am (FIA Bronze with a driver up to Silver) and Am (Bronze only) — SRO's main GT2 championship; two 50-minute races per weekend with a mandatory stop. 7
- GT America (SRO America) · GT2 — GT2 class added in 2021; CJ Moses won it in an Audi in 2022. 6
- 24H Series, Belcar, GT Cup, NLS, Supercar Challenge, Ultimate Cup and others · GT2 or equivalent class — Listed as series running SRO GT2 cars as a secondary class; check each series' current BoP and rules. 6
- Homologation status · SRO GT2 (GT2-002) — Audi told teams in 2023 that GT2 homologation would be extended for at least one further cycle. 10
Market prices
- New car, launch list price: 338,000 plus VAT EUR (2019-07) 1
- New car, US list price: 398,000 USD (2019-08) 5
- Color Edition, new list price: 349,000 plus VAT EUR (2021-05) 4
- Color Edition (Vegas Yellow, 1 of 6), dealer-style asking price, Stuttgart: 530,000 plus VAT EUR (2025-03) 17
- ABT XGT road-legal derivative, new (not a race car): 598,000 EUR (2023-11) 18
As of November 2026, few standard GT2 cars are advertised with public prices, and RCN had no listing. The only verified recent ask is a Color Edition at well above its new price (March 2025).
Reference prices are dated and sourced; live asking prices are in the listings above.
Frequently asked questions
What is the SRO GT2 class?
SRO created GT2 in 2018 for amateur drivers. The cars make around 640 to 700 hp, more than a GT3 car, but carry much less downforce, closer to GT4. The idea is a fast car that is easier to drive near its limit. The Audi was the second model homologated, as GT2-002.
Can I still get parts now Audi has stopped customer racing?
Yes. Audi promised a basic spare parts supply until 2032 and runs a parts shop at ascr-parts.com, which needs an account. Expect higher prices: the whole range rose 10 percent in April 2026, and from October 2026 deliveries outside the EU are Ex Works only.
How often does the V10 need a rebuild?
Audi has not published GT2-specific figures that we could find. For the GT3 version of the same 5.2 V10, Audi quoted a service every 10,000 km and a rebuild at 20,000 km. Treat that as a guide only, and ask the seller for documented hours and Audi-approved service invoices.
Where can I race an R8 LMS GT2?
The main home is the GT2 European Series, with Pro-Am and Am classes and two 50-minute races per weekend. GT America has a GT2 class, and series such as Belcar, the 24H Series and NLS have run GT2 cars. Always check current balance of performance and entry rules.
Is the ABT XGT the same car?
No. The ABT XGT is a road-legal derivative built by ABT Sportsline on the GT2 design, limited to 99 cars and sold at €598,000 in 2023. It has number plates and weighs about 1,400 kg. It is not a homologated GT2 race car.
What does an R8 LMS GT2 cost?
New, it cost €338,000 plus VAT in 2019, and the six Color Edition cars €349,000 plus VAT in 2021. One Color Edition was advertised at €530,000 plus VAT in March 2025. Standard used cars rarely show public prices, so budget for spares and service on top.
Sources
- Audi Launches GT2 Car; Second Manufacturer Confirmed, Sportscar365 (2019-07) — Goodwood reveal, 640 hp, platform, €338,000 price, second GT2 manufacturer
- Audi Begins Deliveries of R8 LMS GT2, Sportscar365 (2019-12) — Deliveries December 2019, Böllinger Höfe, Barcelona debut, GT Sports Club eligibility
- Audi R8 LMS GT2. 640 CV y 1.350 kilos, Motor16 (2019-07) — Weight, 7-speed S tronic, rear drive, 55% shared parts, 18-inch wheels, safety kit
- Audi Unveils Six Special R8 LMS GT2s With Special Paint Schemes, Carscoops (2021-05) — Color Edition: six cars, colours, €349,000, Neckarsulm assembly
- Audi R8 LMS GT2 Gets A U.S. Visa And $400k Price Tag, Carscoops (2019-08) — US price $398,000
- SRO GT2, Wikipedia (2026) — Class history, power range, homologation GT2-002, series running GT2
- GT2 European Series powered by Pirelli, SRO Motorsports Group (2023) — Class position, Pro-Am and Am driver rules, race format, Pirelli tyres
- PK Carsport set for GT2 European Series return with Audi, GT2 European Series (2022-01) — 2021 results, driver view on handling, Dubai 24h plan
- Audi to end factory involvement in GT3 racing in 2024, Autosport (2023-07) — End of programme, production stop after Q1 2024, basic parts supply until 2032
- Big changes at Audi Sport for its customer racing programme, Motorsport Week (2023-07) — GT2 homologation extended one more cycle, full spare parts service
- Audi's last GT3 car delivery marks the end of an era, Autosport (2024-12) — Last R8 LMS delivery, 2032 support pledge (GT3)
- Audi Sport customer racing parts shop, Audi Sport customer racing (2026) — Price rise April 2026, EXW from October 2026, lead times, GT3 part prices, engine sale, GT2 catalogue access
- Audi R8 LMS GT3 Evo Unveiled, Sportscar365 (2018-10) — V10 service 10,000 km and rebuild 20,000 km (GT3 figures)
- 2021 GT2 European Series, Wikipedia (2026) — 2021 Pro-Am champions
- 2022 GT2 European Series, Wikipedia (2026) — 2022 Pro-Am and Am champions
- 2023 GT2 European Series, Wikipedia (2026) — 2023 Pro-Am champions
- Audi R8 LMS GT2 Vegasgelb 1 of 6 Worldwide, GoToTheGrid (2025-03) — Color Edition asking price €530,000 plus VAT
- ABT turns Audi R8 into a GT2 racecar with number plates, Carscoops (2023-11) — ABT XGT: 99 units, €598,000, 1,400 kg, S tronic, rear drive, 640 PS
- Title fireworks for Audi customers in all classes, Audi Club North America (Audi AG release) (2022-10) — PK Carsport Belcar and GT2 titles, CJ Moses GT America GT2 title
- 2024 GT2 European Series, Wikipedia (2026) — 2024 Pro-Am champions (KTM)
- 2025 GT2 European Series, Wikipedia (2026) — 2025 Pro-Am champions (Lamborghini)
Did you know
- At launch it was the most powerful car Audi Sport customer racing had ever offered, ahead of the R8 LMS GT3 1.
- Its first race was against GT3 cars, at the GT Sports Club finale in Barcelona in September 2019, before the GT2 class had its own grid 2.
- PK Carsport planned to enter a GT2-spec R8 in the Dubai 24 Hours in 2022, a first for the class 8.
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