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BMW M8 vs. Porsche Taycan

When we compare the BMW M8 to the Porsche Taycan, the BMW M8 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Porsche Taycan has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the BMW M8 versus the Porsche Taycan, the Porsche Taycan is a better car than the BMW M8.

BMW M8 versus Porsche Taycan Pricing

A used 2023 BMW M8 ranges from $120,333 to $147,680 while a used 2023 Porsche Taycan is priced between $94,404 to $161,952. For a new model, the BMW M8's price is between $136,649 and $159,874, with the Porsche Taycan priced between $100,778 and $177,317.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the BMW M8’s base engine makes 617 horsepower, and the Porsche Taycan base engine makes 402 horsepower. The M8 is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 442 miles. The Taycan is rated to deliver an average of 79 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 200 miles. The M8 uses premium unleaded, and the Taycan uses electricity.

Passenger Space Comparison

The Porsche Taycan, a electric large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more trunk space.

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2023 Porsche Taycan

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$136,649 - $159,874

Used Asking Price:

$120,333 - $147,680

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

55.6%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$100,778 - $177,317

Used Asking Price:

$94,404 - $161,952

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

61.3%

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

7.1 / 10

Safety:

Not available

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

6.7 / 10

Safety:

Not available

iSeeCars Rankings

Luxury Midsize Cars with Best Resale Value

19 / 29

iSeeCars Rankings

Luxury Electric Cars with Best Resale Value

5 / 11

Electric Cars with Best Resale Value

17 / 25

Summary Review

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Pros and Cons

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Available Body Styles

Convertible

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Electric

Trim Levels

Competition

Trim Levels

4S, Base, GTS, Turbo, Turbo 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 / 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:

617 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

553 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm

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

0.138 hp per pound

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

402 hp

Torque:

254 foot-lbs

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

0.088 hp per pound

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

MPGe:

Not applicable

Range (city/hwy):

302 / 442 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

Battery Size/Capacity :

Not applicable

Maximum Charging Rate:

Not applicable

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

Not Applicable

Engine Configuration:

Not Applicable

Number of Cylinders:

Not Applicable

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

RWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

Not applicable

MPGe:

79 / 88 / 83

Range (city/hwy):

200 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Electricity

Battery Size/Capacity:

79.2 kWh

Maximum Charging Rate:

9.5 hours (240V)

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

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:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

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:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

N/A

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

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

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:

17.2 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

108.0 cubic feet

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

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4568 lbs

Width:

84.5 inches

Height:

54.9 inches

Length:

195.4 inches

Wheelbase:

114.2 inches

Ground Clearance:

Not yet available

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

20.0 x 9.5 inches

Wheel Type:

painted alloy

Tire Size:

275/35R20

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

19.0 x 9.0 inches

Wheel Type:

alloy

Tire Size:

225/55R19