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BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Mercedes E-Class Estate comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (99,400 £ vs 52,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Convertible or Mercedes E-Class Estate?

BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Mercedes E-Class Estate: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Convertible

  • very slightly more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • very slightly lighter
  • considerably more trunk space
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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.

Mercedes E-Class Estate is considerably cheaper – starting at 52,600 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Convertible costs 99,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 46,796 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes E-Class Estate uses 1.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW 8 Series Convertible with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 5.2 L/100km.

E-Class Estate

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 very slightly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 585 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Convertible is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the Mercedes E-Class Estate takes 4.1 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

Both models offer the same torque – 750 Nm.

8 Series Convertible

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Mercedes E-Class Estate offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes E-Class Estate is very slightly lighter – 1,900 kg compared to 1,915 kg. The difference is around 15 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E-Class Estate offers considerably more boot space – 615 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 265 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E-Class Estate carries markedly more – 645 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 220 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E-Class Estate 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.

from £52,600
E-Class Estate

Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 97 - 109 km
BMW 8 Series Convertible
Mercedes E-Class Estate

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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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Mercedes E-Class Estate

The E‑Class Estate blends executive elegance with genuine everyday practicality, wrapping luxury materials and a serene ride in a wagon silhouette that never looks apologetic. It’s the perfect choice for buyers who need grown-up luggage space without sacrificing comfort, refinement or a touch of driving enjoyment.

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BMW 8 Series Convertible
Mercedes E-Class Estate

Costs and Consumption

Price
99,400 - 165,800 £
Price
52,600 - 121,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
180 - 255 g/km
co2
44 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Estate
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,915 - 2,125 kg
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,435 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Length
4,851 - 4,867 mm
Length
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Width
1,902 - 1,907 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
1,345 - 1,353 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
340 - 425 kg
Payload
540 - 645 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B, D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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