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BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Vauxhall Combo Cargo comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (99,400 £ vs 27,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Convertible or Vauxhall Combo Cargo?

BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Vauxhall Combo Cargo: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Convertible

  • substantially more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Vauxhall Combo Cargo

  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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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.

Vauxhall Combo Cargo is significantly cheaper – starting at 27,100 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Convertible costs 99,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 72,296 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Combo Cargo uses 5.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW 8 Series Convertible with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.

Combo Cargo

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 BMW 8 Series Convertible offers substantially more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 489 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 Vauxhall Combo Cargo takes 11.2 s. That’s about 7.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Convertible delivers considerably more torque with 750 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 450 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, Vauxhall Combo Cargo is clearly lighter – 1,371 kg compared to 1,915 kg. The difference is around 544 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Combo Cargo carries substantially more – 781 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 356 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 8 Series Convertible stands well ahead of its rival 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
99,400 - 165,800 £
Price
27,100 - 34,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
354 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
180 - 255 g/km
co2
0 - 143 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
4
Seats
2
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,915 - 2,125 kg
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,674 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,851 - 4,867 mm
Length
-
Width
1,902 - 1,907 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
1,345 - 1,353 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
340 - 425 kg
Payload
645 - 781 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
250 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Vauxhall
What drivetrain options does the BMW 8 Series Convertible have?

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

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