Audi R8 vs. Chevrolet Corvette
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Audi R8 and Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette.
When comparing the Audi R8's and the Chevrolet Corvette's specifications and ratings, the Audi R8 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Chevrolet Corvette has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Audi R8's and the Chevrolet Corvette's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Corvette is a better car than the Audi R8.
Pricing: A used 2023 Audi R8 ranges from $165,990 to $305,549 while a used 2024 Chevrolet Corvette is priced between $71,490 to $160,328. For a new model, the Audi R8's price is between $171,932 and $251,950, with the Chevrolet Corvette priced between $71,179 and $152,006.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi R8 loses 41.6 percent of its value and the Chevrolet Corvette loses 27.4 percent of its value. This means the Chevrolet Corvette retains 14.3 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 Audi R8 is 7.6 out of 10 while the Chevrolet Corvette's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the Audi R8 being ranked 21 out of 41 Best Luxury Sports Cars and the Chevrolet Corvette being ranked 4 out of 41.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi R8 is 7.3 out of 10. For the Chevrolet Corvette the reliability rating is 7.6 out of 10. This gives the Chevrolet Corvette a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Audi R8.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Audi R8’s base engine makes 562 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Corvette base engine makes 490 horsepower. The R8 is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 444 miles. The Corvette is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 463 miles. This gives the Chevrolet Corvette the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Audi R8. Both models use premium unleaded.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$171,932 - $251,950
Starting MSRP:
$158,600
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$97,487
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$44,640 - $261,200
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$71,179 - $152,006
Starting MSRP:
$68,300
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$102,671
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$46,440 - $273,000
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$226,175
Price Range:
$165,990 - $305,549
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$127,953
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$54,653 - $297,255
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
24
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
3,756
# Good or Great Deals:
1
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$98,210
Price Range:
$71,490 - $160,328
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$126,819
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$63,681 - $273,789
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
937
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
2,152
# Good or Great Deals:
170
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$68,320
Depreciation %:
43.1%
Resale Value $:
$90,280
Residual Value %:
56.9%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
42.3%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
35.5% - 45.8%
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$18,441
Depreciation %:
27%
Resale Value $:
$49,859
Residual Value %:
73%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
30.2%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
8.9% - 50.9%
Audi R8 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.3 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Corvette Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Audi R8
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
11.5
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
7.7 - 16.2
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Corvette
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
17.2
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
12.9
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
10.1 - 17.2
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.8
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
2.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
0.7 - 77.8
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
2.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
0.8 - 13.4
Audi 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 / 32Chevrolet Corvette Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 41Ranking
4 out of / 41Ranking
4 out of / 41Ranking
11 out of / 41Ranking
11 out of / 41Ranking
16 out of / 41Ranking
23 out of / 32Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Hybrid
Audi R8 Trim Levels
Not yet available
Chevrolet Corvette Trim Levels
Not yet available
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
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:
562 hp @ 7800 rpm
Torque:
406 foot-lbs @ 6500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.157 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
490 hp @ 6450 rpm
Torque:
465 foot-lbs @ 5150 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.139 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:
6.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 25 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
296 / 463 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
Available
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:
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:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
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:
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:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
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:
8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
12.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
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:
3535 lbs
Width:
76.1 inches
Height:
48.6 inches
Length:
182.3 inches
Wheelbase:
107.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
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:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/35ZR19
Exterior Colors
Black
Mythos Black Metallic
Blue
Ara Blue Crystal Effect
Gray
Daytona Gray Pearl Effect / Kemora Gray Metallic / Suzuka Gray Metallic
Red
Tango Red Metallic
Silver
Florett Silver Metallic
White
Ibis White
Yellow
Vegas Yellow
Green
Not available
Orange
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black / Carbon Flash Metallic
Blue
Rapid Blue / Riptide Blue Metallic
Gray
Ceramic Matrix Gray Metallic / Hypersonic Gray Metallic / Sea Wolf Gray Tricoat
Red
Red Mist Metallic Tintcoat / Torch Red
Silver
Silver Flare Metallic
White
Arctic White
Yellow
Accelerate Yellow Metallic
Green
Cacti Green
Orange
Amplify Orange Tintcoat
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
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Jet Black
Brown
Not available
Red
Adrenaline Red
Silver
Not available
Gray
Sky Cool Gray
