Audi RS e-tron GT vs. BMW M8
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Audi RS e-tron GT and BMW M8 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 RS e-tron GT and the BMW M8.
When comparing the Audi RS e-tron GT's and the BMW M8's specifications and ratings, the Audi RS e-tron GT has the advantage in the area of interior volume. The BMW M8 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi RS e-tron GT's and the BMW M8's specifications and ratings, the BMW M8 is a better car than the Audi RS e-tron GT.
Pricing: For a new model, the Audi RS e-tron GT's price is between $143,593 and $165,655, with the BMW M8 priced between $141,262 and $164,207.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi RS e-tron GT loses 67.1 percent of its value and the BMW M8 loses 55.8 percent of its value. This means the BMW M8 retains 11.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi RS e-tron GT.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Audi RS e-tron GT’s base engine makes 590 horsepower, and the BMW M8 base engine makes 617 horsepower. The RS e-tron GT is rated to deliver an average of 85 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 249 miles. The M8 is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 442 miles.This gives the Audi RS e-tron GT the advantage in fuel efficiency and the BMW M8 the advantage in maximum range. The RS e-tron GT uses electricity, and the M8 uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Audi RS e-tron GT, a electric midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more The BMW M8, a midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$143,593 - $165,655
Starting MSRP:
$147,100
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Electric Midsize Cars)
$91,639
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Electric Midsize Cars)
$66,800 - $147,100
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$141,262 - $164,207
Starting MSRP:
$138,800
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$73,001
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$38,395 - $138,800
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
-
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Electric Midsize Cars)
$104,236
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Electric Midsize Cars)
$76,581 - $153,538
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
226
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
33
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$134,863
Price Range:
$119,756 - $159,097
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$78,175
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$44,925 - $144,288
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
71
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
1,026
# Good or Great Deals:
2
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$101,723
Depreciation %:
69.2%
Resale Value $:
$45,377
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Luxury Electric Midsize Cars)
64.3%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Luxury Electric Midsize Cars)
50% - 69.2%
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
Depreciation %:
Resale Value $:
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
52.5%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
38.3% - 63.1%
Audi RS e-tron GT Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW M8 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Audi RS e-tron GT
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for BMW M8
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
10.9
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
8.5 - 14.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
6.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Electric Midsize Cars)
6.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Electric Midsize Cars)
3.2 - 58.3
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
5.9
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
2.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
0.8 - 16.7
Audi RS e-tron GT Rankings
Ranking
9 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 15Ranking
12 out of / 15Ranking
12 out of / 15Ranking
12 out of / 15Ranking
12 out of / 15Ranking
13 out of / 15Ranking
14 out of / 14Ranking
16 out of / 26Ranking
18 out of / 26Ranking
19 out of / 19Ranking
23 out of / 26Ranking
24 out of / 26BMW M8 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
3 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 29Ranking
20 out of / 20Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi RS e-tron GT Trim Levels
quattro
BMW M8 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:
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
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
590 hp
Torque:
612 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.114 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
617 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
553 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.138 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
Not Applicable
Engine Configuration:
Not Applicable
Number of Cylinders:
Not Applicable
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not applicable
MPGe:
85 / 85 / 85
Range (city/hwy):
249 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity :
83.7 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
10.5 hours (240V)
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 22 / 17
MPGe:
Not applicable
Range (city/hwy):
302 / 442 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Battery Size/Capacity:
Not applicable
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not applicable
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Air Suspension:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Massage Seats:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Available
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Backup camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot 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
Backup camera:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.8 inches
Cargo Space:
9.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
101.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Cargo Space:
15.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
100.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5159 lbs
Width:
84.9 inches
Height:
55.6 inches
Length:
196.4 inches
Wheelbase:
114.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4480 lbs
Width:
84.1 inches
Height:
55.9 inches
Length:
200.9 inches
Wheelbase:
119.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/35R20
Exterior Colors
Black
Mythos Black Metallic
Blue
Ascari Blue Metallic
Gray
Daytona Gray Pearl Effect / Kemora Gray Metallic / Suzuka Gray Metallic
Green
Tactical Green Metallic
Red
Tango Red Metallic
Silver
Florett Silver Metallic
White
Ibis White
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Sapphire Metallic
Blue
Frozen Tanzanite Blue Metallic / Marina Bay Blue Metallic / Tanzanite Blue II Metallic
Gray
Brooklyn Grey Metallic / Dravit Grey Metallic / Frozen Pure Grey Metallic / Skyscraper Grey Metallic
Green
Isle of Man Green Metallic
Red
Aventurin Red Metallic
Silver
Not available
White
Alpine White
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Brown
Santos Brown
Gray
Monaco Gray
Red
Arras Red
Beige
Not available
Orange
Not available
White
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black / Black/Midrand Beige / Black/Sakhir Orange
Brown
Taruma Brown
Gray
Silverstone
Red
Not available
Beige
Midrand Beige
Orange
Sakhir Orange/Black
White
Ivory White/Night Blue / Ivory White/Tartufo
