Compare performance (625 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (99,400 £ vs 25,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Convertible or Skoda Octavia Limousine?
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.
Skoda Octavia Limousine is significantly cheaper – starting at 25,000 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Convertible costs 99,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 74,451 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Octavia Limousine uses 4.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the BMW 8 Series Convertible with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.
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 204 HP. That’s roughly 421 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Convertible is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the Skoda Octavia Limousine takes 6.6 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Convertible delivers significantly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 390 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Skoda Octavia Limousine offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Skoda Octavia Limousine is clearly lighter – 1,351 kg compared to 1,915 kg. The difference is around 564 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Limousine offers clearly more boot space – 600 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 250 L.
When it comes to payload, the Skoda Octavia Limousine carries clearly more – 545 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.
The Skoda Octavia Limousine is far 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 Skoda Octavia Limousine blends space and sensible charm into a calm, grown-up package that feels smarter than its modest badge suggests. Practical, comfortable and quietly clever, it's the sort of car that makes everyday driving feel noticeably less mundane and keeps both your wallet and patience intact.
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Price
99,400 - 165,800 £
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Price
25,000 - 39,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
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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
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
180 - 255 g/km
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co2
111 - 154 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
Sedan
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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
1,351 - 1,537 kg
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Trunk capacity
350 L
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Trunk capacity
600 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
1,829 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
503 - 545 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
333 - 625 HP
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Power HP
116 - 204 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.6 - 10.6 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
220 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
245 - 460 kW
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Power kW
85 - 150 kW
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Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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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
E, D, C
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Skoda
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