BMW i8 vs. Honda Accord Hybrid
In comparing the BMW i8's and the Honda Accord Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the BMW i8 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Honda Accord Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of 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 BMW i8's and the Honda Accord Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Honda Accord Hybrid is a better car than the BMW i8.
BMW i8 vs. Honda Accord Hybrid Pricing
A used 2020 BMW i8 ranges from $72,769 to $107,825 while a used 2020 Honda Accord Hybrid is priced between $23,379 to $32,922.
BMW i8 vs. Honda Accord Hybrid 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 Honda Accord Hybrid loses 45.8 percent of its value. This means the Honda Accord Hybrid retains 5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW i8.
BMW i8 vs. Honda Accord Hybrid Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW i8 is 7.5 out of 10 while the Honda Accord Hybrid's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the BMW i8 being ranked 2 out of 5 Best Hybrid Luxury Coupes and the Honda Accord Hybrid being ranked 4 out of 12 Best Hybrid Midsize Cars.
BMW i8 vs. Honda Accord Hybrid Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW i8 is 6.6 out of 10. For the Honda Accord Hybrid the reliability rating is 7.4 out of 10. This gives the Honda Accord Hybrid a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW i8.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW i8’s base engine makes 369 horsepower, and the Honda Accord Hybrid base engine makes 212 horsepower. The i8 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 337 miles. The Accord Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 48 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 602 miles. This gives the Honda Accord Hybrid the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the BMW i8. The i8 uses electricity, premium unleaded, and the Accord Hybrid uses regular unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Honda Accord Hybrid has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
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:
23379 - 32922
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.457608
BMW i8 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
6.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Honda Accord Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.433333 / 10
Reliability:
7.4 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW i8 Rankings
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25 out of / 25Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
BMW i8 Trim Levels
Not yet available
Honda Accord Hybrid Trim Levels
Base, EX, EX-L, Touring
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
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:
212 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 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:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
48 / 47 / 48
Range (city/hwy):
614 / 602 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular 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:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
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:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
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:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
16.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
105.6 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:
3342 lbs
Width:
73.3 inches
Height:
57.1 inches
Length:
192.2 inches
Wheelbase:
111.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
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:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R17