BMW i8 vs. BMW i3
When comparing the BMW i8's and the BMW i3's specifications and ratings, the BMW i8 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The BMW i3 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 BMW i8's and the BMW i3's specifications and ratings, the BMW i8 is a better car than the BMW i3.
BMW i8 vs. BMW i3 Pricing
A used 2020 BMW i8 ranges from $72,769 to $107,825 while a used 2020 BMW i3 is priced between $23,900 to $33,271.
BMW i8 vs. BMW i3 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW i8 loses 50.8 percent of its value and the BMW i3 loses 62.8 percent of its value. This means the BMW i8 retains 12 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW i3.
BMW i8 vs. BMW i3 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW i8 is 7.5 out of 10 while the BMW i3's quality rating is 6.5 out of 10. This results in the BMW i8 being ranked 3 out of 6 Best Hybrid Luxury Hatchbacks and the BMW i3 being ranked 4 out of 6. Out of 21 Best Luxury Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV), the BMW i8 is ranked 8 and the BMW i3 is ranked 11. The BMW i8 is also ranked 13 out of 29 Best Luxury Hybrid Cars while the BMW i3 is ranked 16 out of 29.
BMW i8 vs. BMW i3 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW i8 is 6.6 out of 10. For the BMW i3 the reliability rating is 6.1 out of 10. This gives the BMW i8 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW i3.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW i8’s base engine makes 369 horsepower, and the BMW i3 base engine makes 168 horsepower. The i8 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 337 miles. The i3 is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 197 miles.This gives the BMW i3 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the BMW i8 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use electricity, premium unleaded.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
72769 - 107825
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.507807
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
23900 - 33271
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.628168
BMW i8 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
6.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW i3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.5 / 10
Reliability:
6.1 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW i8 Rankings
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29 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric, Plug-In Hybrid
BMW i8 Trim Levels
Not yet available
BMW i3 Trim Levels
Base, s
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:
369 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
420 foot-lbs @ 3700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.105 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
168 hp
Torque:
184 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
0.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
2
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
30 / 31 / 31
Range (city/hwy):
195 / 197 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
49.2 inches
Cargo Space:
15.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.7 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3269 lbs
Width:
80.3 inches
Height:
62.9 inches
Length:
158.3 inches
Wheelbase:
101.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/45R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 5.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
155/70R19