Audi R8 vs. Audi S8
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Audi R8 and Audi S8 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 Audi R8 and the Audi S8.
When we compare the Audi R8's and the Audi S8's specifications and ratings, the Audi R8 has the advantage in the area of resale value. The Audi S8 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi R8's and the Audi S8's specifications and ratings, the Audi S8 is a better car than the Audi R8.
Pricing: A used 2023 Audi R8 ranges from $161,914 to $235,433 while a used 2023 Audi S8 is priced between $69,975 to $93,574.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi R8 loses 47.6 percent of its value and the Audi S8 loses 61.6 percent of its value. This means the Audi R8 retains 14 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi S8.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Audi R8’s base engine makes 562 horsepower, and the Audi S8 base engine makes 563 horsepower. The R8 is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 485 miles. The S8 is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 499 miles. This gives the Audi S8 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Audi R8. Both models use premium unleaded.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
171000
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
97487
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
44640 - 261200
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
120500
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Large Cars)
96574
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
70200 - 123900
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
187852
Price Range:
161914 - 235433
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
116674
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
47508 - 263666
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
43
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
8198
# Good or Great Deals:
13
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
81479
Price Range:
69975 - 93574
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Large Cars)
80940
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
56933 - 123021
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
31
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
29189
# Good or Great Deals:
15
Audi R8 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi S8 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Audi R8
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
14.3
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
7.9 - 27.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Audi S8
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Large Cars)
10.7
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
5.2 - 14.1
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.5251910958810433
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
2.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
0.6 - 64.2
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.4026697057525648
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Large Cars)
2.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Large Cars)
1.2 - 77.2
Audi R8 Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 23Ranking
5 out of / 23Ranking
9 out of / 23Ranking
10 out of / 39Ranking
10 out of / 39Ranking
13 out of / 23Ranking
20 out of / 39Ranking
25 out of / 39Audi S8 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
2 out of / 9Ranking
4 out of / 13Ranking
4 out of / 13Ranking
4 out of / 13Ranking
5 out of / 13Ranking
5 out of / 13Ranking
8 out of / 13Ranking
8 out of / 9Ranking
10 out of / 13Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi R8 Trim Levels
5.2 quattro V10 perform. Spyder, 5.2 quattro V10 performance, 5.2 V10 GT, 5.2 V10 performance, 5.2 V10 performance Spyder
Audi S8 Trim Levels
4.0T quattro
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
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
562 hp @ 7800 rpm
Torque:
406 foot-lbs @ 6500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.146 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
563 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
590 foot-lbs @ 2500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.110 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):
295 / 485 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):
15 / 23 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
326 / 499 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
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
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
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
Internet Radio:
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
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
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
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Available
Bench Seats:
Standard
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Massage Seats:
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
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:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
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:
N/A
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:
4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
44.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Cargo Space:
12.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
111.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3847 lbs
Width:
80.2 inches
Height:
48.9 inches
Length:
174.4 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5126 lbs
Width:
83.9 inches
Height:
58.6 inches
Length:
209 inches
Wheelbase:
123.2 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:
20.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/40R20
Exterior Colors
Black
Mythos Black Metallic
Gray
Ara Blue Crystal Effect / Daytona Gray Pearl Effect / Kemora Gray Metallic / Suzuka Gray Metallic
Red
Tango Red Metallic
Silver
Florett Silver Metallic
White
Ibis White
Yellow
Vegas Yellow
Blue
Not available
Green
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Mythos Black Metallic
Gray
Daytona Gray Pearl Effect / Vesuvius Gray Metallic
Red
Not available
Silver
Florett Silver Metallic
White
Glacier White Metallic
Yellow
Not available
Blue
Firmament Blue Metallic / Ultra Blue Metallic
Green
District Green Metallic
Interior Colors
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
Brown
Palomino Brown w/ Steel Gray Stitching
Red
Express Red w/ Steel Gray Stitching
Silver
Pastel Silver w/ Rock Gray Stitching
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Brown
Cognac
Red
Merlot Red
Silver
Not available
