BMW M2 vs. BMW M8
When we compare the BMW M2 to the BMW M8, the BMW M2 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and interior volume. The BMW M8 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the BMW M2 versus the BMW M8, the BMW M2 is a better car than the BMW M8.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW M2’s base engine makes 405 horsepower, and the BMW M8 base engine makes 617 horsepower. The M2 is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 329 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
While both models are sports cars, the BMW M2 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The BMW M8 has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room and trunk space.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$53,220 - $65,883
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
40.9%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$136,318 - $160,686
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
47.2%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.9 / 10
Reliability:
6.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
25 out of / 40Ranking
26 out of / 40iSeeCars Rankings
Summary Review
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Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
Competition
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:
405 hp @ 5230 rpm
Torque:
406 foot-lbs @ 2350 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.113 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
617 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
553 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.144 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 24 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
247 / 329 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:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
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:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.4 inches
Cargo Space:
13.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
86.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
33.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
46.9 inches
Cargo Space:
14.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
81.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3600 lbs
Width:
78.3 inches
Height:
55.5 inches
Length:
176.2 inches
Wheelbase:
106 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4295 lbs
Width:
84.1 inches
Height:
53.6 inches
Length:
191.8 inches
Wheelbase:
111.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
245/35R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
275/35R20
