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BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Porsche Macan - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (625 HP vs 639 HP), boot space and price (99400 £ vs 69200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Convertible or Porsche Macan?

BMW 8 Series Convertible

Porsche Macan

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

8 Series Convertible

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Porsche Macan has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 69200 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Convertible costs 99400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30257 £.

Macan

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Porsche Macan has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 639 HP compared to 625 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 3.30 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Macan performs slight better – reaching 260 km/h, while the BMW 8 Series Convertible tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Macan pulls noticeable stronger with 1130 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 380 Nm difference.

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: Porsche Macan offers slightly more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, BMW 8 Series Convertible is a bit lighter – 1915 kg compared to 2295 kg. The difference is around 380 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Porsche Macan offers clearly perceptible more room – 540 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 190 L.

When it comes to payload, Porsche Macan distinct takes the win – 545 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Porsche Macan proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Porsche Macan is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £69,200
Macan

Porsche Macan

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 360 - 639 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17 - 18.5 kWh
  • Electric Range : 585 - 644 km
BMW 8 Series Convertible
Porsche Macan

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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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Porsche Macan

The Porsche Macan feels like a compact sports car dressed in SUV clothes, delivering razor-sharp handling and a cabin that somehow mixes luxury with everyday practicality. For buyers who crave driving thrills without sacrificing usability, the Macan is a rare breed that makes running errands feel like a weekend blast and manages to look smugly good in the process.

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BMW 8 Series Convertible
Porsche Macan

Costs and Consumption

Price
99400 - 165800 £
Price
69200 - 99000 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 11.2 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.5 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
585 - 644 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
95 kWh
co2
180 - 255 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
5
Curb weight
1915 - 2125 kg
Curb weight
2295 - 2470 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
476 - 540 L
Length
4851 - 4867 mm
Length
4784 - 4805 mm
Width
1902 - 1907 mm
Width
1938 - 1952 mm
Height
1345 - 1353 mm
Height
1613 - 1623 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1288 - 1348 L
Payload
340 - 425 kg
Payload
470 - 545 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
360 - 639 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
220 - 260 km/h
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
563 - 1130 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
265 - 470 kW
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Porsche
What drive types are available for the BMW 8 Series Convertible?

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

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.