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?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsSsangYong 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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
99,400 - 165,800 £
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Price
33,800 - 44,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
462 km
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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
0 - 207 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Convertible
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
2
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,915 - 2,125 kg
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Curb weight
1,498 - 1,618 kg
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Trunk capacity
350 L
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Trunk capacity
703 L
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Length
4,851 - 4,867 mm
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Length
4,700 mm
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Width
1,902 - 1,907 mm
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Width
1,890 mm
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Height
1,345 - 1,353 mm
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Height
1,710 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,662 L
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Payload
340 - 425 kg
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Payload
552 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
333 - 625 HP
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Power HP
163 - 207 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
250 km/h
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Max Speed
191 - 194 km/h
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
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Torque
280 - 339 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
120 - 152 kW
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Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
SsangYong
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