Compare performance (625 HP vs 625 HP), boot space and price (99,400 £ vs 57,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Convertible or Mercedes EQE?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Mercedes EQE is substantially cheaper – starting at 57,600 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Convertible costs 99,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 41,840 £.
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.
Both models deliver identical power – 625 HP each.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Convertible is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the Mercedes EQE takes 3.5 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the BMW 8 Series Convertible is a bit faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mercedes EQE tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQE delivers markedly more torque with 950 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Mercedes EQE offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 8 Series Convertible is markedly lighter – 1,915 kg compared to 2,375 kg. The difference is around 460 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQE offers a bit more boot space – 430 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQE carries clearly more – 600 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 175 kg.
The Mercedes EQE is far ahead 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.
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 EQE glides like a silk-wrapped saloon from the future, pairing whisper-quiet refinement with a high-tech cabin that feels both modern and indulgent. For buyers who want electric luxury without shouting about it, the EQE is composed, comfortably confident, and just smug enough to feel special.
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Price
99,400 - 165,800 £
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Price
57,600 - 94,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 20.7 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
502 - 691 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
90.5 - 96 kWh
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co2
180 - 255 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
1,915 - 2,125 kg
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Curb weight
2,375 - 2,540 kg
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Trunk capacity
350 L
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Trunk capacity
430 L
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Length
4,851 - 4,867 mm
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Length
4,946 - 4,964 mm
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Width
1,902 - 1,907 mm
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Width
1,961 mm
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Height
1,345 - 1,353 mm
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Height
1,492 - 1,510 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
545 - 600 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction 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
333 - 625 HP
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Power HP
265 - 625 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 6.9 s
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Max Speed
250 km/h
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Max Speed
210 - 220 km/h
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
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Torque
550 - 950 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
245 - 460 kW
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Power kW
195 - 460 kW
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Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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