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BMW 8 Series Convertible vs SsangYong Torres comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (99,400 £ vs 33,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Convertible or SsangYong Torres?

BMW 8 Series Convertible vs SsangYong Torres: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Convertible

  • substantially more power
  • moderately more efficient
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SsangYong Torres

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

8 Series Convertible

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

SsangYong Torres is clearly cheaper – starting at 33,800 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Convertible costs 99,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 65,580 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 8 Series Convertible uses 6.9 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the SsangYong Torres with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

Torres

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 207 HP. That’s roughly 418 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 8 Series Convertible is visibly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the SsangYong Torres tops out at 194 km/h. The difference is around 56 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Convertible delivers clearly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 339 Nm. That’s about 411 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: SsangYong Torres offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, SsangYong Torres is clearly lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 1,915 kg. The difference is around 417 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Torres offers substantially more boot space – 703 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 353 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Torres carries clearly more – 552 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 127 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SsangYong Torres leads convincingly 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 £33,800
Torres

SsangYong Torres

  • Engine Type Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 163 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 462 km
BMW 8 Series Convertible
SsangYong Torres

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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SsangYong Torres

SsangYong Torres cuts a rugged, purposeful silhouette that feels more expensive than its price tag, offering generously practical packaging and a no-nonsense feature set. It drives with surprisingly assured manners and genuine off-road appetite, making it a clever choice for buyers who want real SUV capability without badge snobbery.

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BMW 8 Series Convertible
SsangYong Torres

Costs and Consumption

Price
99,400 - 165,800 £
Price
33,800 - 44,600 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
462 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
180 - 255 g/km
co2
0 - 207 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,915 - 2,125 kg
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,618 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
703 L
Length
4,851 - 4,867 mm
Length
4,700 mm
Width
1,902 - 1,907 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
1,345 - 1,353 mm
Height
1,710 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,662 L
Payload
340 - 425 kg
Payload
552 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, 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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
163 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
191 - 194 km/h
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
280 - 339 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
120 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
BMW
Brand
SsangYong
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