Audi R8 vs. Audi RS 7
In comparing the Audi R8's and the Audi RS 7's specifications and ratings, the Audi R8 has the advantage in the areas of reliability and resale value. The Audi RS 7 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, overall quality score and base engine power. The Audi R8 and Audi RS 7 have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Audi R8's and the Audi RS 7's specifications and ratings, the Audi RS 7 is a better car than the Audi R8.
Audi R8 vs. Audi RS 7 Pricing
For a new model, the Audi R8's price is between $171,516 and $253,271, with the Audi RS 7 priced between $139,139 and $164,416.
Audi R8 vs. Audi RS 7 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi R8 loses 46.1 percent of its value and the Audi RS 7 loses 54.1 percent of its value. This means the Audi R8 retains 8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi RS 7.
Audi R8 vs. Audi RS 7 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi R8 is 7.1 out of 10 while the Audi RS 7's quality rating is 7.2 out of 10. This results in the Audi R8 being ranked 9 out of 20 Best Luxury 2-seater Cars and the Audi RS 7 being ranked 15 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars.
Audi R8 vs. Audi RS 7 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi R8 is 7.3 out of 10. For the Audi RS 7 the reliability rating is 7.1 out of 10. This gives the Audi R8 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Audi RS 7.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi R8’s base engine makes 562 horsepower, and the Audi RS 7 base engine makes 621 horsepower. Both the R8 and the RS 7 are rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 444 and 425 miles respectively. Both models use premium unleaded.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
171516 - 253271
Used Asking Price:
179323 - 301272
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.461303
Pricing
New Asking Price:
139139 - 164416
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.541153
Audi R8 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.3 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi RS 7 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.25 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi R8 Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 20Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
8 out of / 40Ranking
8 out of / 33Ranking
8 out of / 20Ranking
8 out of / 20Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
10 out of / 33Ranking
11 out of / 40Ranking
11 out of / 14Ranking
12 out of / 33Ranking
12 out of / 19Ranking
13 out of / 40Ranking
14 out of / 23Ranking
17 out of / 33Ranking
18 out of / 33Ranking
19 out of / 40Ranking
19 out of / 40Ranking
20 out of / 40Ranking
24 out of / 26Ranking
26 out of / 30Audi RS 7 Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 25Ranking
3 out of / 24Ranking
9 out of / 11Ranking
10 out of / 11Ranking
13 out of / 24Ranking
13 out of / 24Ranking
14 out of / 24Ranking
15 out of / 25Ranking
15 out of / 24Ranking
16 out of / 19Ranking
18 out of / 25Ranking
18 out of / 19Ranking
19 out of / 25Ranking
20 out of / 24Ranking
23 out of / 25Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi R8 Trim Levels
Not yet available
Audi RS 7 Trim Levels
4.0T quattro performance
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):
0.157 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
621 hp
Torque:
627 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.126 hp per pound
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 22 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
270 / 425 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
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:
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:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
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:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
24.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
95.0 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4916 lbs
Width:
83.4 inches
Height:
56.1 inches
Length:
197.2 inches
Wheelbase:
115.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/30R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
21.0 x 10.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/35R21