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Audi R8 vs. BMW i8

When comparing the Audi R8 to the BMW i8, the Audi R8 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The BMW i8 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Audi R8 versus the BMW i8, the BMW i8 is a better car than the Audi R8.

Audi R8 versus 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 23 out of 40 Best Luxury Sports Cars and the BMW i8 being ranked 3 out of 19 Best Luxury Plug-in Hybrid Cars.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Audi R8’s base engine makes 562 horsepower, and the 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. The R8 uses premium unleaded, and the i8 uses electricity, premium unleaded.

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2020 Audi R8

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2020 BMW i8

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Pricing

New Asking Price:

-

Used Asking Price:

$164,180 - $221,238

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

46.1%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

-

Used Asking Price:

-

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

50.8%

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

7.1 / 10

Reliability:

7.3 / 10

Retained Value:

6.9 / 10

Safety:

Not available

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

7.5 / 10

Reliability:

6.6 / 10

Retained Value:

8.4 / 10

Safety:

Not available

iSeeCars Rankings

Most Reliable Luxury Sports Cars

20 / 40
23 / 40

Luxury Sports Cars with Best Resale Value

31 / 40

iSeeCars Rankings

Luxury Plug-in Hybrid Cars with Best Resale Value

2 / 19
3 / 19
6 / 28

Luxury Hybrid Cars with Best Resale Value

6 / 28

Most Reliable Luxury Plug-in Hybrid Cars

7 / 19

Most Reliable Luxury Hybrid Cars

11 / 28

Summary Review

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Pros and Cons

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Available Body Styles

Convertible

Available Body Styles

Convertible

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Plug-In Hybrid

Trim Levels

5.2 quattro V10 perform. Spyder, 5.2 quattro V10 Spyder

Trim Levels

Base

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

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

N/A

Heated Seats:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

N/A

Heated Seats:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Lane Departure Warning:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

N/A

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

N/A

360-Degree Camera:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

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:

alloy

Tire Size:

245/35R19

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

20.0 x 7.5 inches

Wheel Type:

alloy

Tire Size:

215/45R20