Compare performance (8 HP vs 625 HP), boot space and price (12,500 £ vs 90,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Aixam Ambition or BMW 8 Series Coupé?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Aixam Ambition is significantly cheaper – starting at 12,500 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Coupé costs 90,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 77,495 £.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW 8 Series Coupé offers substantially more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 617 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Coupé delivers considerably more torque with 750 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 710 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: BMW 8 Series Coupé offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Aixam Ambition is clearly lighter – 425 kg compared to 1,805 kg. The difference is around 1,380 kg.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 8 Series Coupé carries clearly more – 545 kg compared to 250 kg. That’s a difference of about 295 kg.
The Aixam Ambition holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
Aixam Ambition is a tiny city car that makes urban life easier with its compact footprint and fuss-free ownership. It feels nimble in tight traffic and suits buyers seeking a simple, economical runabout rather than a long-distance cruiser.
detailsThe BMW 8 Series Coupé blends elegant, low-slung coupé looks with a purposeful, athletic stance that hints at both comfort and serious driving fun. Inside it feels indulgent and driver-focused, the sort of car that turns motorway miles into a breeze while quietly daring you to chase a twisty back road — and yes, it photographs magnificently.
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Price
12,500 - 16,700 £
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Price
90,000 - 158,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
75 - 130 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
176 - 263 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
2
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Seats
4 - 5
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Doors
-
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Doors
2 - 4
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Curb weight
425 - 440 kg
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Curb weight
1,805 - 2,085 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,851 - 5,098 mm
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Width
1,500 mm
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Width
1,902 - 1,943 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,346 - 1,420 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
250 kg
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Payload
370 - 545 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
8 HP
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Power HP
333 - 625 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
250 km/h
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Torque
21 - 40 Nm
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
2
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Power kW
6 kW
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Power kW
245 - 460 kW
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Engine capacity
479 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Aixam
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Brand
BMW
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