Chevrolet Corvette vs. BMW i8
When we compare the Chevrolet Corvette's and the BMW i8's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Corvette has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The BMW i8 has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Corvette's and the BMW i8's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Corvette is a better car than the BMW i8.
Chevrolet Corvette vs. BMW i8 Pricing
A used 2020 Chevrolet Corvette ranges from $72,997 to $91,922 while a used 2020 BMW i8 is priced between $80,175 to $125,415.
Chevrolet Corvette vs. BMW i8 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Chevrolet Corvette loses 22.7 percent of its value and the BMW i8 loses 50.8 percent of its value. This means the Chevrolet Corvette retains 28 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW i8.
Chevrolet Corvette vs. BMW i8 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Corvette is 8.1 out of 10 while the BMW i8's quality rating is 7.5 out of 10. This results in the Chevrolet Corvette being ranked 3 out of 40 Best Luxury Sports Cars and the BMW i8 being ranked 2 out of 4 Best Hybrid Luxury Coupes.
Chevrolet Corvette vs. BMW i8 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Chevrolet Corvette is 7.5 out of 10. For the BMW i8 the reliability rating is 6.6 out of 10. This gives the Chevrolet Corvette a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW i8.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Chevrolet Corvette’s base engine makes 490 horsepower, and the BMW i8 base engine makes 369 horsepower. The Corvette is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 500 miles. The i8 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 337 miles.This gives the BMW i8 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Chevrolet Corvette the advantage in maximum range. The Corvette uses premium unleaded, and the i8 uses electricity, premium unleaded.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
$72,997 - $91,922
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
22.7%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
$80,175 - $125,415
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
50.8%
Chevrolet Corvette Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW i8 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
6.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Corvette Rankings
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18 out of / 40BMW i8 Rankings
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18 out of / 27Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Chevrolet Corvette Trim Levels
Not yet available
BMW i8 Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 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
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:
490 hp @ 6450 rpm
Torque:
465 foot-lbs @ 5150 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.139 hp per pound
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 27 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
278 / 500 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
12.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3535 lbs
Width:
76.1 inches
Height:
48.6 inches
Length:
182.3 inches
Wheelbase:
107.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/35ZR19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/45R20
