Compare Audi R8 Coupe vs BMW i8 Coupe

Engine

5.2L V10 Gas

Engine

1.5L Turbo Inline-3 Plug-in Hybrid

Transmission

7-Speed Automatic

Transmission

6-Speed Automatic

Drivetrain

Rear-Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

All-Wheel Drive

Fuel Economy

City: 14 MPG

Hwy: 23 MPG

Fuel Economy

N/A

Fuel Tank Capacity

19.3 gallons

Fuel Tank Capacity

11.1 gallons

Range

N/A

Range

18 miles

Seating Capacity

2 seater

Seating Capacity

4 seater

Trunk Volume

8 ft³

Trunk Volume

5.4 ft³

Engine and Transmission

Engine

5.2L V10 Gas

1.5L Turbo Inline-3 Plug-in Hybrid

Horsepower

562 hp @ 4475 rpm

369 hp @ 5800 rpm

Torque

406 lb-ft @ 6300 rpm

420 lb-ft

Transmission

7-Speed Automatic

6-Speed Automatic

Drivetrain

Rear-Wheel Drive

All-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight

3,594 lbs

3,501 lbs

Fuel Economy

Combined

17 MPG

27 MPG

City

14 MPG

N/A

Highway

23 MPG

N/A

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year

10.4 Tons/yr

N/A

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity

19.3 gallons

11.1 gallons

Cruising Range City

270.2 miles

N/A

Cruising Range Highway

443.9 miles

N/A

Battery Range & Charge Times

Range

N/A

18 miles

Battery Size

N/A

11.6 kWh

Charge Time

N/A

3 Hrs Charge Time @ 220/240V

Exterior Dimensions

Length

174.4 in

184.9 in

Height

48.7 in

50.8 in

Max Width

76.4 in

76.5 in

Front Width

64.8 in

64.7 in

Rear Width

63 in

67.8 in

Wheelbase

104.3 in

110.2 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity

2 seater

4 seater

Front Seat Leg Room

40.9 in

43.1 in

Front Seat Headroom

38.5 in

38.7 in

Front Seat Shoulder Room

55.1 in

56.7 in

Rear Seat Leg Room

N/A

28.2 in

Rear Seat Headroom

N/A

32.4 in

Rear Seat Shoulder Room

N/A

49.6 in

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume

8 ft³

5.4 ft³

Steering

Steering Type

Rack-Pinion

Turning Diameter

36.7 ft

40.4 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type

Aluminum Wheels

Front Wheel Size

20" x 8.5"

20" x 7.5"

Rear Wheel Size

20" x 11"

20" x 8.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension

Double Wishbone

Rear Suspension

Double Wishbone

Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire

P245/30YR20

P215/45YR20

Rear Tire

P305/30YR20

P245/40YR20

Standard Exterior Colors

Ibis White
Vegas Yellow

E-Copper Metallic w/Frozen Grey Accent
Sophisto Gray Metallic w/BMW i Frozen Blue Accent
Sophisto Gray Metallic w/Frozen Gray Accent
Special Order Color

Optional Exterior Colors

Daytona Gray Pearl Effect
Florett Silver Metallic
Kemora Gray Metallic
Mythos Black Metallic
Suzuka Gray Metallic
Tango Red Metallic
Ara Blue Crystal Effect

Crystal White Pearl Metallic w/BMW i Frozen Blue
Crystal White Pearl Metallic w/Frozen Gray Accent

Standard Interior Materials

Black w/Express Red, Diamond Stitched Seat Trim
Black w/Express Red, Fine Nappa Leather Seat Trim
Black, Diamond Stitched Seat Trim
Black, Fine Nappa Leather Seat Trim
Black/Ara Blue Stitching, Diamond Stitched Seat Trim
Black/Ara Blue Stitching, Fine Nappa Leather Seat Trim
Black/Rock Gray Stitching, Diamond Stitched Seat Trim
Black/Rock Gray Stitching, Fine Nappa Leather Seat Trim
Black/Vegas Yellow, Diamond Stitched Seat Trim
Black/Vegas Yellow, Fine Nappa Leather Seat Trim
Express Red, Diamond Stitched Seat Trim
Express Red, Fine Nappa Leather Seat Trim
Palomino Brown, Diamond Stitched Seat Trim
Palomino Brown, Fine Nappa Leather Seat Trim
Pastel Silver, Diamond Stitched Seat Trim
Pastel Silver, Fine Nappa Leather Seat Trim

E-Copper Exclusive, Natural Leather/Cloth Upholstery
Giga Amido, Full Perforated Leather Upholstery
Giga Ivory White, Full Perforated Leather Upholstery
Tera Dalbergia Brown, Natural Leather/Cloth Upholstery

Infotainment

Bluetooth Connection

Standard

Hard Disk Drive Media Storage

Not Available

Standard

Premium Sound System

Optional

Standard

Satellite Radio

Standard

Smart Device Integration

Standard

WiFi Hotspot

Standard

Not Available

Auxiliary Audio Input

Standard

MP3 Player

Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats

Standard

Cloth Seats

Not Available

Standard

Leather Seats

Standard

Leather Steering Wheel

Standard

Comfort

Head-Up Display

Not Available

Standard

Navigation System

Standard

Steering Wheel Audio Controls

Standard

Power Mirror(s)

Standard

A/C

Standard

Climate Control

Standard

Cruise Control

Standard

Heated Front Seat(s)

Standard

Keyless Entry

Standard

Multi-Zone A/C

Not Available

Standard

Power Driver Seat

Standard

Power Passenger Seat

Standard

Remote Trunk Release

Standard

Not Available

Universal Garage Door Opener

Standard

Keyless Start

Standard

Telematics

Not Available

Standard

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera

Standard

Cross-Traffic Alert

Not Available

Standard

Rear Parking Aid

Standard

Blind Spot Monitor

Not Available

Standard

Lane Departure Warning

Not Available

Standard

ABS

Standard

Tire Pressure Monitor

Standard

Brake Assist

Standard

Stability Control

Standard

Traction Control

Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag

Standard

Front Head Air Bag

Standard

Front Side Air Bag

Standard

Knee Air Bag

Standard

Passenger Air Bag

Standard

Rear Head Air Bag

Not Available

Standard

Warranty Summary

Basic

4 Years / 50,000 Miles

Corrosion

12 Years / Unlimited Miles

Drivetrain

4 Years / 50,000 Miles

Roadside Assistance

4 Years / Unlimited Miles

Hybrid/Electric Components

N/A

8 Years / 100,000 Miles

Maintenance

N/A

3 Years / 36,000 Miles

Compare Audi R8 Coupe vs BMW i8 Coupe

Overview

Photos

Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Weight and Towing

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Emissions

Fuel Tank

Battery Range & Charge Times

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Space

Cargo Space

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Wheels

Suspension

Tires

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

Optional Exterior Colors

Standard Interior Materials

Features and Options

Infotainment

Interior Trim

Comfort

Safety

Safety Features

Airbags

Warranty

Warranty Summary