BMW i8 vs. Porsche Panamera
In comparing the BMW i8's and the Porsche Panamera's specifications and ratings, the BMW i8 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. The Porsche Panamera has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the BMW i8's and the Porsche Panamera's specifications and ratings, the Porsche Panamera is a better car than the BMW i8.
BMW i8 vs. Porsche Panamera Pricing
A used 2020 BMW i8 ranges from $72,769 to $107,825 while a used 2020 Porsche Panamera is priced between $62,147 to $104,279.
BMW i8 vs. Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera loses 47.1 percent of its value. This means the Porsche Panamera retains 3.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW i8.
BMW i8 vs. Porsche Panamera Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW i8 is 7.5 out of 10 while the Porsche Panamera's quality rating is 7.9 out of 10. This results in the BMW i8 being ranked 2 out of 5 Best Hybrid Luxury Coupes and the Porsche Panamera being ranked 9 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars.
BMW i8 vs. Porsche Panamera Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW i8 is 6.6 out of 10. For the Porsche Panamera the reliability rating is 7.4 out of 10. This gives the Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera base engine makes 330 horsepower. The i8 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 337 miles. The Panamera is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 640 miles.This gives the BMW i8 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Porsche Panamera the advantage in maximum range. The i8 uses electricity, premium unleaded, and the Panamera uses 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:
-
Used Asking Price:
62147 - 104279
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.471309
BMW i8 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
6.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Porsche Panamera Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
7.4 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW i8 Rankings
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20 out of / 29Porsche Panamera Rankings
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16 out of / 19Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
BMW i8 Trim Levels
Not yet available
Porsche Panamera Trim Levels
10 Year Edition, 4, 4 10 Year Edition, 4 Executive, 4S, 4S Executive, Base, GTS, Turbo, Turbo Executive, 4 Sport Turismo, 4S Sport Turismo, GTS Sport Turismo, Turbo Sport Turismo
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 / 50000 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):
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:
330 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
331 foot-lbs @ 1340 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.079 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:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 27 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
450 / 640 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
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:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
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:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
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:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
17.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.0 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:
4157 lbs
Width:
85.2 inches
Height:
56 inches
Length:
198.8 inches
Wheelbase:
116.1 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:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/45ZR19