2017 Audi R8 Coupe vs. 2017 BMW i8

Two Coupes with some similarities, but otherwise different in most aspects such as the horsepower, fuel economy, market segment, starting price, ground shadow size, height, and maximum occupancy. First of all, there is a notable difference in the starting price of the 2017 BMW i8, which is $19,500 less than the base MSRP of the 2017 Audi R8 Coupe. Also, the 2017 R8 Coupe has bigger and thirstier engine; the 2017 i8 gets 11 more mpg. In addition, the R8 Coupe is both slightly smaller and shorter than the i8. And then, the BMW i8 seats two more passengers than the Audi R8 Coupe. Among similarities are the body structure and market segment.