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BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Mercedes EQE SUV comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 625 HP), boot space and price (99,400 £ vs 71,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Convertible or Mercedes EQE SUV?

BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Mercedes EQE SUV: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Convertible

  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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Mercedes EQE SUV

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  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly more trunk space
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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.

Mercedes EQE SUV is clearly cheaper – starting at 71,600 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Convertible costs 99,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,875 £.

EQE SUV

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

Both models deliver identical power – 625 HP each.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Convertible is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the Mercedes EQE SUV takes 3.7 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 8 Series Convertible is marginally faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mercedes EQE SUV tops out at 240 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQE SUV delivers markedly more torque with 950 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.

8 Series Convertible

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Mercedes EQE SUV offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 8 Series Convertible is markedly lighter – 1,915 kg compared to 2,440 kg. The difference is around 525 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQE SUV offers visibly more boot space – 520 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 170 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQE SUV carries clearly more – 580 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 155 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQE SUV 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 £71,600
EQE SUV

Mercedes EQE SUV

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 265 - 625 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.3 - 23.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 453 - 611 km
BMW 8 Series Convertible
Mercedes EQE SUV

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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 EQE SUV

The Mercedes EQE SUV wraps silent electric power in a sumptuous, tech-filled shell, offering a cocoon-like cabin that makes long journeys feel indulgent. It’s not a driver's toy but a sophisticated cruiser for buyers who want luxury, space and futuristic gadgetry without shouting for attention.

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BMW 8 Series Convertible
Mercedes EQE SUV

Costs and Consumption

Price
99,400 - 165,800 £
Price
71,600 - 125,100 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 - 23.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
453 - 611 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
90.5 - 96 kWh
co2
180 - 255 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,915 - 2,125 kg
Curb weight
2,440 - 2,615 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
520 L
Length
4,851 - 4,867 mm
Length
4,863 - 4,879 mm
Width
1,902 - 1,907 mm
Width
1,940 mm
Height
1,345 - 1,353 mm
Height
1,672 - 1,685 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,675 L
Payload
340 - 425 kg
Payload
505 - 580 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
265 - 625 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
550 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
195 - 460 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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