Compare performance (392 HP vs 625 HP), boot space and price (46,200 £ vs 99,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe or BMW 8 Series Convertible?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is significantly cheaper – starting at 46,200 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Convertible costs 99,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 53,228 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe uses 5 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the BMW 8 Series Convertible with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW 8 Series Convertible offers clearly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 392 HP. That’s roughly 233 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Convertible is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe takes 4.6 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Convertible delivers moderately more torque with 750 Nm compared to 650 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is moderately lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 1,915 kg. The difference is around 220 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers noticeably more boot space – 470 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 120 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe carries a bit more – 480 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.
The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is decisively ahead 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.
The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe marries coupe-like drama with hatchback practicality, offering a sloping roofline that still lets you load bags without a wrestling match. It steers with familiar BMW poise, so buyers after sporty looks and everyday usability get the best of both worlds—and a car that makes the commute feel a bit more glamorous.
detailsThe BMW 8 Series Convertible is a head-turning grand tourer that drops its roof with the kind of theatrical flourish you expect from a modern Bavarian showboat. It wraps occupants in sumptuous materials and driver-focused polish, offering effortless long-distance comfort and just enough drama to make every arrival feel like an occasion.
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Price
46,200 - 68,800 £
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Price
99,400 - 165,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
131 - 179 g/km
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co2
180 - 255 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
Convertible
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Seats
5
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Seats
4
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Doors
-
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Doors
2
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Curb weight
1,695 - 1,935 kg
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Curb weight
1,915 - 2,125 kg
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Trunk capacity
470 L
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Trunk capacity
350 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,851 - 4,867 mm
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Width
1,852 mm
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Width
1,902 - 1,907 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,345 - 1,353 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
480 kg
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Payload
340 - 425 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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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
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
184 - 392 HP
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Power HP
333 - 625 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
250 km/h
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Torque
300 - 650 Nm
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Power kW
135 - 288 kW
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Power kW
245 - 460 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, F, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
BMW
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