Acura NSX vs. Audi R8
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Acura NSX and Audi R8 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Acura NSX and the Audi R8.
When we compare the Acura NSX's and the Audi R8's specifications and ratings, the Acura NSX has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The Audi R8 has the advantage in the area of reliability. Based on this comparison of the Acura NSX's and the Audi R8's specifications and ratings, the Acura NSX is a better car than the Audi R8.
Pricing: A used 2022 Acura NSX ranges from $144,000 to $275,149 while a used 2022 Audi R8 is priced between $149,988 to $210,355.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Acura NSX loses 38.2 percent of its value and the Audi R8 loses 41.6 percent of its value. This means the Acura NSX retains 3.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi R8.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura NSX is 7.6 out of 10 while the Audi R8's quality rating is 7.6 out of 10. This results in the Acura NSX being ranked 2 out of 8 Best Hybrid Luxury Sports Cars and the Audi R8 being ranked 21 out of 41 Best Luxury Sports Cars.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Acura NSX is 7.1 out of 10. For the Audi R8 the reliability rating is 7.3 out of 10. This gives the Audi R8 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Acura NSX.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Acura NSX’s base engine makes 600 horsepower, and the Audi R8 base engine makes 562 horsepower. The NSX is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 343 miles. The R8 is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 444 miles.This gives the Acura NSX the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Audi R8 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$169,500
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Hybrid Sports Cars)
$137,250
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Sports Cars)
$105,000 - $169,500
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$148,700
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$101,162
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$42,250 - $500,000
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$205,005
Price Range:
$144,000 - $275,149
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Hybrid Sports Cars)
$158,102
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Sports Cars)
$111,199 - $205,005
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
6
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
1,957
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$177,564
Price Range:
$149,988 - $210,355
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$100,237
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$44,693 - $219,245
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
9
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
14,930
# Good or Great Deals:
1
Acura NSX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi R8 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.3 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Acura NSX
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Audi R8
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
10.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
6.7 - 15.2
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.8
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Hybrid Sports Cars)
6.3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Hybrid Sports Cars)
2.8 - 9.8
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
2.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
1.2 - 31
Acura NSX Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 3Ranking
1 out of / 3Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 28Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
4 out of / 28Ranking
5 out of / 28Ranking
5 out of / 28Ranking
9 out of / 28Ranking
13 out of / 28Audi R8 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 4Ranking
9 out of / 41Ranking
10 out of / 41Ranking
19 out of / 41Ranking
20 out of / 41Ranking
20 out of / 41Ranking
21 out of / 41Ranking
28 out of / 32Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Acura NSX Trim Levels
SH-AWD Type S
Audi R8 Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
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
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
600 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
492 foot-lbs @ 2300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.155 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
562 hp @ 7800 rpm
Torque:
406 foot-lbs @ 6500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.157 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 22 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
328 / 343 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
10
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 23 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
270 / 444 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
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 Features
Backup camera:
Standard
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
4.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
54.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3878 lbs
Width:
87.3 inches
Height:
47.8 inches
Length:
178.5 inches
Wheelbase:
103.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3571 lbs
Width:
80.2 inches
Height:
48.7 inches
Length:
174.4 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/35R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/30R20
Exterior Colors
Black
Berlina Black
Blue
Long Beach Blue Pearl / Nouvelle Blue Pearl
Gray
Gotham Gray Matte
Orange
Thermal Orange Pearl
Red
Curva Red / Valencia Red Pearl
White
130R White / Casino White Pearl
Yellow
Indy Yellow Pearl
Silver
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Mythos Black Metallic
Blue
Ara Blue Crystal Effect
Gray
Daytona Gray Pearl Effect / Kemora Gray Metallic / Suzuka Gray Metallic
Orange
Not available
Red
Tango Red Metallic
White
Ibis White
Yellow
Vegas Yellow
Silver
Florett Silver Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
Orchid
Black
Ebony
Red
Red
Brown
Not available
Silver
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Black w/ Anthracite Stitching / Black w/ Ara Blue Stitching / Black w/ Express Red Stitching / Black w/ Rock Gray Stitching / Black w/ Vegas Yellow Stitching
Red
Express Red w/ Steel Gray Stitching
Brown
Palomino Brown w/ Steel Gray Stitching
Silver
Pastel Silver w/ Rock Gray Stitching
