McLaren P1 vs. Audi R8
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the McLaren P1 and Audi R8 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 McLaren P1 and the Audi R8.
When we compare the McLaren P1's and the Audi R8's specifications and ratings, the McLaren P1 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the McLaren P1's and the Audi R8's specifications and ratings, the McLaren P1 is a better car than the Audi R8.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the McLaren P1’s base engine makes 903 horsepower, and the Audi R8 base engine makes 430 horsepower. The P1 is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 399 miles. The R8 is rated to deliver an average of 14 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 422 miles.This gives the McLaren P1 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Audi R8 the advantage in maximum range. The P1 uses electricity, gasoline, gasoline, and the R8 uses gasoline.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$1,150,000
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$129,400
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$76,817
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$40,350 - $145,740
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
-
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
4,809
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$99,986
Price Range:
$71,502 - $129,046
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$49,768
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$21,044 - $112,782
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
9
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
28,992
# Good or Great Deals:
1
McLaren P1 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Audi R8 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for McLaren P1
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Audi R8
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
3.5
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
1.1 - 8.2
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.5
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
1.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
0.8 - 8.8
McLaren P1 Rankings
Not yet available
Audi R8 Rankings
Ranking
6 out of / 25Ranking
9 out of / 40Ranking
9 out of / 25Ranking
11 out of / 40Ranking
11 out of / 25Ranking
14 out of / 25Ranking
20 out of / 40Ranking
31 out of / 40Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
McLaren P1 Trim Levels
Base
Audi R8 Trim Levels
4.2 quattro Spyder, 5.2 quattro Carbon Spyder, 5.2 quattro Spyder, 4.2 quattro, 5.2 quattro
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 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
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:
903 hp @ 7500 rpm
Torque:
664 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.275 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
430 hp @ 7900 rpm
Torque:
317 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.115 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 20 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
323 / 399 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Gasoline, Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
11 / 20 / 14
Range (city/hwy):
232 / 422 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
Standard
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
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 Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
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 Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
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:
4.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
3.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3280 lbs
Width:
84.4 inches
Height:
46.8 inches
Length:
180.6 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3737 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
49 inches
Length:
174.4 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/35R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/35R19
Exterior Colors
Black
Carbon Black
Blue
Genesis Blue
Gray
Graphite Grey
Green
Green
Orange
Blood Orange / McLaren Orange / Volcano Orange
Purple
Purple
Red
Volcano Red
Silver
Titanium Silver
White
White
Yellow
Volcano Yellow
Brown
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Mythos Black Metallic / Panther Black Crystal Effect / Phantom Black Pearl Effect
Blue
Sepang Blue Pearl Effect
Gray
Daytona Gray Pearl Effect / Florett Silver Metallic / Suzuka Gray Metallic
Green
Not available
Orange
Samoa Orange Metallic
Purple
Not available
Red
Brilliant Red
Silver
Ice Silver Metallic
White
Ibis White
Yellow
Not available
Brown
Teak Brown Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Carbon Black with Black Insert
Beige
Not available
Brown
Not available
Gray
Not available
Red
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black / Black with Dark Silver Stitching / Black with Luxor Beige Stitching / Black with Madras Orange Stitching / Black with Nougat Brown Stitching / Black with Red Stitching
Beige
Luxor Beige
Brown
Nougat Brown
Gray
Lunar Silver / Titanium Gray / Titanium Gray with Steel Gray Stitching
Red
Red
