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BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Renault Express comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (99,400 £ vs 17,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Convertible or Renault Express?

BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Renault Express: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Convertible

  • significantly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Renault Express

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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • substantially 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:

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

Renault Express is clearly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Convertible costs 99,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 82,303 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Express uses 4.6 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the BMW 8 Series Convertible with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.3 L/100km.

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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 significantly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 523 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 Renault Express takes 11.9 s. That’s about 8.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 8 Series Convertible is markedly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Renault Express tops out at 167 km/h. The difference is around 83 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Convertible delivers considerably more torque with 750 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 510 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, Renault Express is substantially lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 1,915 kg. The difference is around 619 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Express carries clearly more – 700 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 275 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 8 Series Convertible stands out in the key areas 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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Renault Express

The Renault Express is a no-nonsense city van that pairs clever packaging and practical cargo space with an easy-to-drive, fuss-free character. Built for small businesses and active families, it delivers rugged reliability and low running costs without pretension — a sensible workhorse with a wink.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
99,400 - 165,800 £
Price
17,100 - 19,500 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
180 - 255 g/km
co2
121 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
4
Seats
2
Doors
2
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,915 - 2,125 kg
Curb weight
1,296 - 1,390 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,851 - 4,867 mm
Length
4,393 mm
Width
1,902 - 1,907 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
1,345 - 1,353 mm
Height
1,811 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,300 L
Payload
340 - 425 kg
Payload
575 - 700 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
75 - 102 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
100 - 167 km/h
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
200 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
55 - 75 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2021
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
BMW
Brand
Renault
What drivetrain options does the BMW 8 Series Convertible have?

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

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