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BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Mercedes Sprinter Bus comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (99,400 £ vs 41,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Convertible or Mercedes Sprinter Bus?

BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Mercedes Sprinter Bus: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Convertible

  • significantly more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
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Mercedes Sprinter Bus

  • significantly cheaper
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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 Sprinter Bus is significantly cheaper – starting at 41,400 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Convertible costs 99,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 58,045 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 8 Series Convertible uses 6.9 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Bus with 9.3 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.

Sprinter Bus

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 significantly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 435 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 8 Series Convertible is clearly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mercedes Sprinter Bus tops out at 159 km/h. The difference is around 91 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Convertible delivers visibly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 300 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: BMW 8 Series Convertible offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 8 Series Convertible is noticeably lighter – 1,915 kg compared to 2,356 kg. The difference is around 441 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Bus carries considerably more – 1,144 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 719 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 8 Series Convertible 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 £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 Sprinter Bus

The Mercedes Sprinter is the go-to people-mover for operators and families who want robust practicality wrapped in a premium feel, with a flexible interior that can be tailored from shuttle to mobile office without breaking a sweat. Sporting the three-pointed star and the driving manners of a tall estate, the Sprinter Bus is comfortable, dependable and refreshingly easy to live with day after day.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
99,400 - 165,800 £
Price
41,400 - 55,900 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.3 - 12.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
180 - 255 g/km
co2
244 - 322 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Bus
Seats
4
Seats
2
Doors
2
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,915 - 2,125 kg
Curb weight
2,356 - 2,559 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,851 - 4,867 mm
Length
5,932 - 6,967 mm
Width
1,902 - 1,907 mm
Width
1,993 mm
Height
1,345 - 1,353 mm
Height
2,633 - 2,659 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
340 - 425 kg
Payload
814 - 1,144 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
114 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 159 km/h
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
84 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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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