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BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Mercedes EQT comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (99,400 £ vs 27,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Convertible or Mercedes EQT?

BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Mercedes EQT: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Convertible

  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
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Mercedes EQT

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  • considerably cheaper
  • 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes EQT is considerably cheaper – starting at 27,800 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Convertible costs 99,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 71,654 £.

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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 clearly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 503 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Convertible is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the Mercedes EQT takes 12.6 s. That’s about 9.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 8 Series Convertible is considerably faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mercedes EQT tops out at 132 km/h. The difference is around 118 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Convertible delivers substantially more torque with 750 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 505 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 EQT offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 8 Series Convertible is only slightly lighter – 1,915 kg compared to 1,925 kg. The difference is around 10 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQT offers clearly more boot space – 551 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 201 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQT carries a bit more – 531 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 106 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 8 Series Convertible 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.

from £99,400
8 Series Convertible

BMW 8 Series Convertible

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 333 - 625 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
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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 EQT

The Mercedes EQT is Mercedes‑Benz’s compact electric people carrier that grafts the brand’s usual refinement onto a practical, family‑friendly van body. It makes school runs feel a little more upscale — quietly electric, sensibly packaged and unexpectedly pleasant to live with, especially if you like your practicality with a touch of luxury.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
99,400 - 165,800 £
Price
27,800 - 32,100 £
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
19.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
265 - 278 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
45 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
High Roof Estate
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,915 - 2,125 kg
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,023 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
242 - 551 L
Length
4,851 - 4,867 mm
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Width
1,902 - 1,907 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,345 - 1,353 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,979 L
Payload
340 - 425 kg
Payload
457 - 531 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
122 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.6 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
132 km/h
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
90 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
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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