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BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Jeep Gladiator comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 264 HP), boot space and price (99,400 £ vs 66,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Convertible or Jeep Gladiator?

BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Jeep Gladiator: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Convertible

  • significantly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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Jeep Gladiator

  • clearly cheaper
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

8 Series Convertible

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Jeep Gladiator is clearly cheaper – starting at 66,400 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Convertible costs 99,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,000 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 8 Series Convertible uses 6.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Jeep Gladiator with 9.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.9 L/100km.

Gladiator

Engine and Performance:

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 Convertible offers significantly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 264 HP. That’s roughly 361 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 Jeep Gladiator takes 8.6 s. That’s about 5.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 8 Series Convertible is noticeably faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Jeep Gladiator tops out at 177 km/h. The difference is around 73 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Convertible delivers slightly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 600 Nm. That’s about 150 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: Jeep Gladiator offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 8 Series Convertible is clearly lighter – 1,915 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 445 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Jeep Gladiator carries noticeably more – 565 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 140 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 8 Series Convertible is clearly superior overall 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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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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Jeep Gladiator

Costs and Consumption
Price
99,400 - 165,800 £
Price
66,400 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
180 - 255 g/km
co2
257 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,915 - 2,125 kg
Curb weight
2,360 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,851 - 4,867 mm
Length
5,591 mm
Width
1,902 - 1,907 mm
Width
1,894 mm
Height
1,345 - 1,353 mm
Height
1,905 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
340 - 425 kg
Payload
565 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
264 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
177 km/h
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
600 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
194 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
2,987 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Jeep
What drivetrain options does the BMW 8 Series Convertible have?

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

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