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Audi R8 vs. BMW M3

When we compare the Audi R8 to the BMW M3, the Audi R8 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The BMW M3 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Audi R8 versus the BMW M3, the BMW M3 is a better car than the Audi R8.

Audi R8 versus BMW M3 Pricing

A used 2012 Audi R8 ranges from $72,549 to $160,898 while a used 2012 BMW M3 is priced between $26,726 to $55,341.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Audi R8’s base engine makes 430 horsepower, and the BMW M3 base engine makes 414 horsepower. The R8 is rated to deliver an average of 14 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 476 miles. The M3 is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 400 miles. Both models use gasoline.

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Pricing

New Asking Price:

-

Used Asking Price:

$72,549 - $160,898

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

46.1%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

-

Used Asking Price:

$26,726 - $55,341

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

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:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

Not available

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

Summary Review

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Summary Review

Not yet available

Pros and Cons

Not yet available

Pros and Cons

Not yet available

Available Body Styles

Convertible

Available Body Styles

Convertible

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Trim Levels

4.2 quattro Spyder, 5.2 quattro Spyder, GT 5.2 quattro 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:

430 hp @ 7900 rpm

Torque:

316 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.119 hp per pound

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

414 hp @ 8300 rpm

Torque:

295 foot-lbs @ 3900 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.112 hp per pound

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

4.2 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

8

Transmission:

Manual

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

AWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

11 / 20 / 14

Range (city/hwy):

262 / 476 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Gasoline

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

4 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

8

Transmission:

Manual

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

RWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

14 / 20 / 16

Range (city/hwy):

280 / 400 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Gasoline

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

N/A

Android Auto:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

N/A

Adaptive Cruise Control:

N/A

Heated Seats:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

N/A

Android Auto:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

N/A

Heated Seats:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

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:

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

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

37.7 inches

Front Leg Room:

41 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

54.8 inches

Rear Head Room:

Not yet available

Rear Leg Room:

Not yet available

Rear Shoulder Room:

Not yet available

Cargo Space:

3.5 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

Not yet available

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

38.4 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.8 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

57 inches

Rear Head Room:

36.8 inches

Rear Leg Room:

33.7 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

55 inches

Cargo Space:

11.1 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

89.0 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3605 lbs

Width:

79.9 inches

Height:

49.3 inches

Length:

174.5 inches

Wheelbase:

104.3 inches

Ground Clearance:

Not yet available

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3704 lbs

Width:

77.8 inches

Height:

55.8 inches

Length:

181.8 inches

Wheelbase:

108.7 inches

Ground Clearance:

Not yet available

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

19.0 x 8.5 inches

Wheel Type:

alloy

Tire Size:

P235/35R19

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 8.5 inches

Wheel Type:

chrome alloy

Tire Size:

245/40R18