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Audi S8 vs. BMW M8

When we compare the Audi S8 to the BMW M8, the Audi S8 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency and interior volume. The BMW M8 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi S8 versus the BMW M8, the Audi S8 is a better car than the BMW M8.

Audi S8 versus BMW M8 Pricing

For a new model, the Audi S8's price is between $122,398 and $147,059, with the BMW M8 priced between $136,649 and $159,874.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Audi S8’s base engine makes 563 horsepower, and the BMW M8 base engine makes 617 horsepower. The S8 is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 499 miles. The M8 is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 442 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison

The Audi S8, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and trunk space. The BMW M8, a midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room and front leg room.

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Pricing

New Asking Price:

$122,398 - $147,059

Used Asking Price:

-

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

57.2%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$136,649 - $159,874

Used Asking Price:

$120,333 - $147,680

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

55.6%

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

7.7 / 10

Reliability:

8.6 / 10

Retained Value:

6.8 / 10

Safety:

Not available

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

7.1 / 10

Safety:

Not available

iSeeCars Rankings

Most Reliable Luxury Large Cars

3 / 25
9 / 25

Luxury Large Cars with Best Resale Value

16 / 25

iSeeCars Rankings

Luxury Midsize Cars with Best Resale Value

19 / 29

Summary Review

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Pros and Cons

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Not yet available

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Body Styles

Convertible

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Trim Levels

4.0T quattro

Trim Levels

Competition

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:

563 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

590 foot-lbs @ 2500 rpm

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

0.110 hp per pound

Base Drivetrain Specifications

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:

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

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

Range (city/hwy):

302 / 442 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Heated Seats:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Standard

Heated Steering Wheel:

Standard

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Heated Seats:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

Standard

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

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

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

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:

Standard

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

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.6 inches

Front Leg Room:

42.1 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

57.2 inches

Rear Head Room:

37.1 inches

Rear Leg Room:

36.6 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

54.6 inches

Cargo Space:

11 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

100.0 cubic feet

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

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 inches

Wheel Type:

alloy

Tire Size:

265/40R20

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

20.0 x 9.5 inches

Wheel Type:

painted alloy

Tire Size:

275/35R20