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.
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
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Ranking
19 out of / 29iSeeCars Rankings
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5 out of / 11Electric Cars with Best Resale Value
Ranking
17 out of / 25Summary Review
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Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
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
