AUDI R8 Auxiliary water pump replacement Cost
2007–2012 · Engine, Fuel & Emissions system
Typical range
$678–$5.6k
Parts + labour
Labour hours
1–3.5h
At a typical garage
The water pump circulates coolant through the engine; when it fails the engine overheats rapidly, which can cause irreversible damage. A leaking or noisy water pump should be replaced promptly. AUDI R8 water pump replacement typically costs $678–$5559.
Typical parts included
- Auxiliary water pump
What affects the price
- Belt-driven vs chain-driven water pump (chain-driven is more labour-intensive)
- Whether the timing belt is replaced at the same time (cost-effective to do together)
- OEM vs quality aftermarket brand (Gates, Aisin, GMB)
Common questions
How long does this repair take?
Auxiliary water pump replacement on a AUDI R8 typically takes 1–3.5 hours at a garage.
How often does this need to be done?
For a AUDI R8, this is typically needed water pumps are replaced on failure; preventative replacement alongside the timing belt is common practice.
Other engine, fuel & emissions system repairs on the AUDI R8
- ABS hydraulic unit replacement$586–$1.1k
- ABS sensor replacement$242–$441
- ABS system bleeding$193–$353
- AC compressor clutch replacement$483–$882
- AC compressor replacement$518–$945
Auxiliary water pump replacement cost on similar cars
- LOTUS Esprit$259–$473
- LAMBORGHINI Gallardo$362–$661
- BENTLEY Continental$362–$661
- ARIEL Atom$259–$473
- ASTON MARTIN DB9$362–$661
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