AUDI R8 Shock absorber replacement Cost
2007–2012 · Engine, Fuel & Emissions system
Typical range
$765–$11.2k
Parts + labour
Labour hours
1.2–3.5h
At a typical garage
Shock absorbers control body movement over bumps; worn shocks cause excessive bouncing, nose-diving under braking and reduced tyre contact with the road. They are typically replaced in pairs per axle. AUDI R8 shock absorber replacement costs $765–$11200 per axle.
Typical parts included
- Shock absorber (damper) – front
- Shock absorber (damper) – rear
What affects the price
- Conventional shock vs coilover or integrated strut assembly
- OEM vs performance brand (Bilstein, Monroe, KYB)
- Whether springs need replacing at the same time
Common questions
How long does this repair take?
Shock absorber replacement on a AUDI R8 typically takes 1.2–3.5 hours at a garage.
How often does this need to be done?
For a AUDI R8, this is typically needed every 50,000–80,000 miles, or when noticeable bouncing or handling degradation occurs.
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
Shock absorber replacement cost on similar cars
- LOTUS Esprit$270–$494
- LAMBORGHINI Gallardo$378–$691
- BENTLEY Continental$378–$691
- ARIEL Atom$270–$494
- ASTON MARTIN DB9$378–$691
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