Mercedes-Benz AMG GT vs. BMW i8
When comparing the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT to the BMW i8, the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The BMW i8 has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT versus the BMW i8, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT’s base engine makes 429 horsepower, and the BMW i8 base engine makes 369 horsepower. The AMG GT is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 506 miles. The i8 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 337 miles. The AMG GT uses premium unleaded, and the i8 uses electricity, premium unleaded.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$75,989 - $142,938
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
44.4%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
50.8%
Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.6 / 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
Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Rankings
Ranking
14 out of / 39BMW i8 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 19Ranking
3 out of / 19Ranking
6 out of / 28Ranking
6 out of / 28Ranking
7 out of / 19Ranking
11 out of / 28Summary Review
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Summary Review
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Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Trim Levels
Not yet available
BMW i8 Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 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:
429 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque:
384 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.093 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:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 24 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
401 / 506 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
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:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
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:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Cargo Space:
12.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
96.0 cubic feet
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:
4594 lbs
Width:
81.5 inches
Height:
57.3 inches
Length:
199.2 inches
Wheelbase:
116.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.6 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 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
255/45R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
215/45R20
