Porsche 918 Spyder vs. Audi R8
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Porsche 918 Spyder 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 Porsche 918 Spyder and the Audi R8.
When we compare the Porsche 918 Spyder's and the Audi R8's specifications and ratings, the Porsche 918 Spyder has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. The Audi R8 has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. Based on this comparison of the Porsche 918 Spyder's and the Audi R8's specifications and ratings, the Porsche 918 Spyder is a better car than the Audi R8.
Pricing: A used 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder ranges from $138,600 to $174,973 while a used 2015 Audi R8 is priced between $51,445 to $173,500.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Porsche 918 Spyder’s base engine makes 887 horsepower, and the Audi R8 base engine makes 430 horsepower. The 918 Spyder is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 456 miles. The R8 is rated to deliver an average of 14 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 476 miles.This gives the Porsche 918 Spyder the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Audi R8 the advantage in maximum range. The 918 Spyder uses electricity, gasoline, gasoline, and the R8 uses gasoline.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$845,000
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$115,900
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:
$155,647
Price Range:
$138,600 - $174,973
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
2
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
2,049
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$112,782
Price Range:
$51,445 - $173,500
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$49,768
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$21,044 - $112,782
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
21
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
25,092
# Good or Great Deals:
10
Porsche 918 Spyder 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:
7.3 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Porsche 918 Spyder
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:
8.6
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
Porsche 918 Spyder Rankings
Not yet available
Audi R8 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 4Ranking
9 out of / 41Ranking
10 out of / 41Ranking
19 out of / 41Ranking
20 out of / 41Ranking
20 out of / 41Ranking
21 out of / 41Ranking
28 out of / 32Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Porsche 918 Spyder Trim Levels
Base
Audi R8 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
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
887 hp @ 8600 rpm
Torque:
944 foot-lbs @ 6700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.240 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
430 hp @ 7900 rpm
Torque:
317 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.120 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 24 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
382 / 456 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):
262 / 476 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
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
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
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
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree 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
Backup camera:
Available
360-Degree 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
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:
3.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.7 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:
3692 lbs
Width:
76.4 inches
Height:
45.9 inches
Length:
182.8 inches
Wheelbase:
107.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3583 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
49.3 inches
Length:
175 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/35ZR20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/35R19
Exterior Colors
Black
Basalt Black Metallic / Black
Blue
Dark Blue Metallic / Sapphire Blue Metallic
Gray
Liquid Metal Chrome Blue / Liquid Metal Silver / Meteor Grey Metallic
Red
Guards Red
Silver
GT Silver Metallic / Rhodium Silver Metallic
White
White
Yellow
Racing Yellow
Brown
Not available
Orange
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
Red
Brilliant Red
Silver
Ice Silver Metallic
White
Ibis White
Yellow
Not available
Brown
Teak Brown Metallic
Orange
Samoa Orange Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Onyx Black
Brown
Mocca Brown
Red
Garnet Red
Beige
Not available
Gray
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
Brown
Nougat Brown
Red
Red
Beige
Luxor Beige
Gray
Lunar Silver / Titanium Gray / Titanium Gray with Steel Gray Stitching
