2015 BMW i8 vs. 2015 Porsche Panamera
In comparing the 2015 BMW i8's and the 2015 Porsche Panamera's specifications and ratings, the 2015 BMW i8 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. The 2015 Porsche Panamera has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2015 BMW i8's and the 2015 Porsche Panamera's specifications and ratings, the 2015 Porsche Panamera is a better car than the 2015 BMW i8.
2015 BMW i8 vs. 2015 Porsche Panamera Pricing
A used 2015 BMW i8 ranges from $47,020 to $72,475 while a used 2015 Porsche Panamera is priced between $26,973 to $60,373.
2015 BMW i8 vs. 2015 Porsche Panamera Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2015 BMW i8 loses 50.8 percent of its value and the 2015 Porsche Panamera loses 47.1 percent of its value. This means the 2015 Porsche Panamera retains 3.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2015 BMW i8.
2015 BMW i8 vs. 2015 Porsche Panamera Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW i8 is 7.5 out of 10 while the Porsche Panamera's quality rating is 7.9 out of 10. This results in the BMW i8 being ranked 2 out of 5 Best Hybrid Luxury Coupes and the Porsche Panamera being ranked 9 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars.
2015 BMW i8 vs. 2015 Porsche Panamera Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW i8 is 6.6 out of 10. For the Porsche Panamera the reliability rating is 7.4 out of 10. This gives the Porsche Panamera a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW i8.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2015 BMW i8’s base engine makes 357 horsepower, and the 2015 Porsche Panamera base engine makes 310 horsepower. The i8 is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 337 miles. The Panamera is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 591 miles.This gives the 2015 BMW i8 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2015 Porsche Panamera the advantage in maximum range. The i8 uses electricity, gasoline, gasoline, and the Panamera uses gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
47020 - 72475
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.507807
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
26973 - 60373
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.471309
BMW i8 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
6.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Porsche Panamera Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
7.4 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW i8 Rankings
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20 out of / 29Porsche Panamera Rankings
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16 out of / 19Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
2015 BMW i8 Trim Levels
Base
2015 Porsche Panamera Trim Levels
Turbo Executive, Turbo S, Turbo S Executive, 4, 4S, 4S Executive, Base, GTS, S, Turbo
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
357 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
420 foot-lbs @ 3700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.103 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
310 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 3750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.079 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
3
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
28 / 29 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
326 / 337 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Gasoline, Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 28 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
380 / 591 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
32.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
28.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.5 inches
Cargo Space:
4.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
51.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.7 inches
Cargo Space:
25 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3455 lbs
Width:
87.3 inches
Height:
50.8 inches
Length:
184.9 inches
Wheelbase:
110.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3902 lbs
Width:
83.2 inches
Height:
55.8 inches
Length:
197.4 inches
Wheelbase:
114.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/45R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/50ZR18