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BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Mercedes EQS SUV comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 658 HP), boot space and price (99,400 £ vs 95,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Convertible or Mercedes EQS SUV?

BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Mercedes EQS SUV: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Convertible

  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially lighter
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Mercedes EQS SUV

  • barely cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

8 Series Convertible

Costs and Efficiency:

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 EQS SUV is barely cheaper – starting at 95,000 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Convertible costs 99,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,456 £.

EQS SUV

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers very slightly more power – delivering 658 HP compared to 625 HP. That’s roughly 33 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 EQS SUV takes 4.4 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 8 Series Convertible is somewhat faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mercedes EQS SUV tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS 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:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

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

In terms of curb weight, BMW 8 Series Convertible is substantially lighter – 1,915 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 780 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers clearly more boot space – 645 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 295 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS SUV carries noticeably more – 570 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 145 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQS 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 £95,000
EQS SUV

Mercedes EQS SUV

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 360 - 658 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 615 - 695 km
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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 EQS SUV

The Mercedes EQS SUV blends limousine-level quiet and luxury with the commanding presence of an SUV, wrapping passengers in sumptuous materials and a futuristic, screen-dominated cabin. It drives with serene confidence and delivers the kind of effortless refinement that makes city commutes and long trips feel like first-class experiences — just be prepared for attention wherever you park it.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
99,400 - 165,800 £
Price
95,000 - 212,100 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
615 - 695 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
108.4 - 118 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
4 - 5
Doors
2
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,915 - 2,125 kg
Curb weight
2,695 - 3,075 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
440 - 645 L
Length
4,851 - 4,867 mm
Length
5,125 mm
Width
1,902 - 1,907 mm
Width
1,959 - 2,034 mm
Height
1,345 - 1,353 mm
Height
1,718 - 1,721 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,100 L
Payload
340 - 425 kg
Payload
425 - 570 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
360 - 658 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.8 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
210 km/h
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
568 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
265 - 484 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the BMW 8 Series Convertible have?

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

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