Compare performance (625 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (99400 £ vs 50500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Convertible or Mercedes E Class?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes E Class has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 50500 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Convertible costs 99400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 48938 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes E Class manages with 1.50 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the BMW 8 Series Convertible with 6.90 L. The difference is about 5.40 L per 100 km.
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 has a barely noticeable edge – offering 625 HP compared to 585 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Convertible is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 3.30 s, while the Mercedes E Class takes 4 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.
Both models offer the same torque – 750 Nm.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Mercedes E Class offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.
In curb weight, Mercedes E Class is barely noticeable lighter – 1810 kg compared to 1915 kg. The difference is around 105 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes E Class offers noticeable more room – 540 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 190 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes E Class distinct takes the win – 640 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 215 kg.
The Mercedes E Class 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 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.
detailsThe Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.
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Price
99400 - 165800 £
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Price
50500 - 119700 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 11.2 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L
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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
101 - 116 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
180 - 255 g/km
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co2
39 - 172 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
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Fuel tank capacity
66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Convertible
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
2
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1915 - 2125 kg
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Curb weight
1810 - 2390 kg
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Trunk capacity
350 L
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Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
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Length
4851 - 4867 mm
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Length
4949 mm
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Width
1902 - 1907 mm
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Width
1880 mm
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Height
1345 - 1353 mm
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Height
1468 - 1469 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
340 - 425 kg
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Payload
530 - 640 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
333 - 625 HP
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Power HP
186 - 585 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
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Max Speed
250 km/h
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Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
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Torque
320 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
245 - 460 kW
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Power kW
137 - 430 kW
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Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
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Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.