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BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Hongqi H9 comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 245 HP), boot space and price (99,400 £ vs 60,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Convertible or Hongqi H9?

BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Hongqi H9: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Convertible

  • considerably more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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Hongqi H9

  • substantially cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

8 Series Convertible

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Hongqi H9 is substantially cheaper – starting at 60,000 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Convertible costs 99,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 39,433 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 8 Series Convertible uses 6.9 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Hongqi H9 with 9.6 L/100km. The difference is about 2.7 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

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 considerably more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 245 HP. That’s roughly 380 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Convertible is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the Hongqi H9 takes 7.8 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 8 Series Convertible is barely faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Hongqi H9 tops out at 230 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Convertible delivers significantly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 370 Nm more.

8 Series Convertible

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Hongqi H9 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Hongqi H9 is only slightly lighter – 1,875 kg compared to 1,915 kg. The difference is around 40 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 8 Series Convertible offers considerably more boot space – 350 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 350 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hongqi H9 carries marginally more – 450 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 8 Series Convertible 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.

from £99,400
8 Series Convertible

BMW 8 Series Convertible

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 333 - 625 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
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BMW 8 Series Convertible

The 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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Hongqi H9

Costs and Consumption
Price
99,400 - 165,800 £
Price
60,000 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
180 - 255 g/km
co2
220 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
62 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,915 - 2,125 kg
Curb weight
1,875 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
4,851 - 4,867 mm
Length
5,137 mm
Width
1,902 - 1,907 mm
Width
1,904 mm
Height
1,345 - 1,353 mm
Height
1,493 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
340 - 425 kg
Payload
450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
245 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
230 km/h
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
180 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,989 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Hongqi
What drivetrain options does the BMW 8 Series Convertible have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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