Cadillac ELR vs. BMW i8
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Cadillac ELR and BMW i8 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Cadillac ELR and the BMW i8.
In comparing the Cadillac ELR's and the BMW i8's specifications and ratings, the Cadillac ELR has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. The BMW i8 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Cadillac ELR's and the BMW i8's specifications and ratings, the Cadillac ELR is a better car than the BMW i8.
Pricing: A used 2016 Cadillac ELR ranges from $18,619 to $28,620 while a used 2016 BMW i8 is priced between $45,236 to $67,473.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Cadillac ELR’s base engine makes 233 horsepower, and the BMW i8 base engine makes 357 horsepower. The ELR is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 346 miles. The i8 is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 337 miles. This gives the Cadillac ELR the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the BMW i8. Both models use electricity, gasoline, gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Cadillac ELR has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The BMW i8 has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room and rear shoulder room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$65,000
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$140,700
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Hybrid Sports Cars)
$118,400
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Sports Cars)
$96,100 - $140,700
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$23,892
Price Range:
$18,619 - $28,620
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
4
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
69,922
# Good or Great Deals:
3
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$56,828
Price Range:
$45,236 - $67,473
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Hybrid Sports Cars)
$46,267
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Sports Cars)
$35,706 - $56,828
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
10
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
50,770
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Cadillac ELR Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
BMW i8 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.1 / 10
Reliability:
6.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Cadillac ELR
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
3.9
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for BMW i8
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
7
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.9
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.4
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Hybrid Sports Cars)
19
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Hybrid Sports Cars)
2.4 - 35.6
Cadillac ELR Rankings
Not yet available
BMW i8 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
3 out of / 28Ranking
3 out of / 20Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
6 out of / 20Ranking
7 out of / 28Ranking
7 out of / 28Ranking
7 out of / 20Ranking
7 out of / 8Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
13 out of / 28Ranking
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16 out of / 28Ranking
16 out of / 20Ranking
19 out of / 28Ranking
20 out of / 28Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Cadillac ELR Trim Levels
Base
BMW i8 Trim Levels
Base
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
6 years / 70000 miles
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
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
233 hp
Torque:
373 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
357 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
420 foot-lbs @ 3700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.103 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
31 / 33 / 32
Range (city/hwy):
327 / 346 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Gasoline, Gasoline
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):
28 / 29 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
326 / 337 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Gasoline, Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
Standard
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
49.9 inches
Cargo Space:
10.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
83.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
32.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
28.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.5 inches
Cargo Space:
4.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
81.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4065 lbs
Width:
72.7 inches
Height:
55.9 inches
Length:
186 inches
Wheelbase:
106.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3455 lbs
Width:
87.3 inches
Height:
51.1 inches
Length:
184.9 inches
Wheelbase:
110.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/40R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/45R20
Exterior Colors
Black
Stellar Black Metallic
Gray
Graphite Metallic
Red
Red Passion Tintcoat
Silver
Radiant Silver Metallic
White
Crystal White Tricoat
Blue
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Not available
Gray
Sophisto Grey Metallic w/ BMW i Frozen Blue Accent / Sophisto Grey Metallic w/ Frozen Grey Accent
Red
Not available
Silver
Ionic Silver Metallic w/ BMW i Frozen Blue Accent
White
Crystal White Pearl Metallic w/ BMW i Frozen Blue Accent / Crystal White Pearl Metallic w/ Frozen Grey Accent
Blue
Protonic Blue Metallic w/ Frozen Grey Accent
Interior Colors
Beige
Light Cashmere w/Medium Cashmere Accents
Black
Jet Black w/Jet Black Accents
Brown
Kona Brown with Jet Black Accents
Gray
Not available
White
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Not available
Brown
Terra Exclusive Dalbergia Brown
Gray
Giga Amido / Mega Carum Spice Grey
White
Giga Ivory White
