Compare performance (625 HP vs 435 HP), boot space and price (99,400 £ vs 54,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Convertible or Nissan Ariya?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Nissan Ariya is significantly cheaper – starting at 54,800 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Convertible costs 99,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 44,580 £.
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 markedly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 435 HP. That’s roughly 190 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 Nissan Ariya takes 5 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Convertible delivers a bit more torque with 750 Nm compared to 600 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Nissan Ariya offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 8 Series Convertible is somewhat lighter – 1,915 kg compared to 2,277 kg. The difference is around 362 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Nissan Ariya offers a bit more boot space – 415 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 8 Series Convertible carries somewhat more – 425 kg compared to 363 kg. That’s a difference of about 62 kg.
The Nissan Ariya is clearly 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 Nissan Ariya wraps futuristic, sculpted styling around a calm, high-tech cabin, making the switch to electric feel surprisingly easy and grown-up. It’s a comfortable, sensible EV that favors everyday usability and clever packaging over headline-grabbing theatrics — ideal for buyers who want an elegant, low-fuss electric car without the ego.
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Price
99,400 - 165,800 £
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Price
54,800 £
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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
24.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
417 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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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
SUV
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
2
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,915 - 2,125 kg
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Curb weight
2,277 kg
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Trunk capacity
350 L
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Trunk capacity
415 L
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Length
4,851 - 4,867 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,902 - 1,907 mm
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Width
1,850 mm
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Height
1,345 - 1,353 mm
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Height
-
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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
363 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
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Power HP
333 - 625 HP
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Power HP
435 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
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Max Speed
250 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
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Torque
600 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
320 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
2025
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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
Nissan
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