2020 Audi R8 vs. 2020 BMW i8
When comparing the 2020 Audi R8's and the 2020 BMW i8's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Audi R8 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and base engine power. The 2020 BMW i8 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Audi R8's and the 2020 BMW i8's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2020 Audi R8 vs. 2020 BMW i8 Pricing
A used 2020 Audi R8 ranges from $152,000 to $219,000 while a used 2020 BMW i8 is priced between $72,769 to $107,825.
2020 Audi R8 vs. 2020 BMW i8 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Audi R8 loses 46.1 percent of its value and the 2020 BMW i8 loses 50.8 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Audi R8 retains 4.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 BMW i8.
2020 Audi R8 vs. 2020 BMW i8 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi R8 is 7.1 out of 10 while the BMW i8's quality rating is 7.5 out of 10. This results in the Audi R8 being ranked 13 out of 21 Best Luxury 2-seater Cars and the BMW i8 being ranked 2 out of 4 Best Hybrid Luxury Coupes.
2020 Audi R8 vs. 2020 BMW i8 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi R8 is 7.3 out of 10. For the BMW i8 the reliability rating is 6.6 out of 10. This gives the Audi R8 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW i8.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2020 Audi R8’s base engine makes 562 horsepower, and the 2020 BMW i8 base engine makes 369 horsepower. The R8 is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 438 miles. The i8 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 337 miles.This gives the 2020 BMW i8 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2020 Audi R8 the advantage in maximum range. The R8 uses premium unleaded, and the i8 uses electricity, premium unleaded.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$152,000 - $219,000
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
46.1%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$72,769 - $107,825
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
50.8%
Audi R8 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.3 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW i8 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
6.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi R8 Rankings
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5 out of / 21Ranking
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30 out of / 40BMW i8 Rankings
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1 out of / 6Ranking
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18 out of / 27Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
2020 Audi R8 Trim Levels
Not yet available
2020 BMW i8 Trim Levels
Not yet available
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
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:
562 hp @ 7800 rpm
Torque:
406 foot-lbs @ 6500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.151 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
369 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
420 foot-lbs @ 3700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.105 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
10
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
13 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
285 / 438 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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):
26 / 29 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
304 / 337 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
32.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
28.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
49.6 inches
Cargo Space:
4.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3715 lbs
Width:
80.2 inches
Height:
48.8 inches
Length:
174.3 inches
Wheelbase:
104.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3501 lbs
Width:
87.3 inches
Height:
50.9 inches
Length:
184.9 inches
Wheelbase:
110.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/35R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/45R20
