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BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Toyota C-HR comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (99,400 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Convertible or Toyota C-HR?

BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Toyota C-HR: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Convertible

  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Toyota C-HR

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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
  • clearly 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:

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.

Toyota C-HR is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Convertible costs 99,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 70,294 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota C-HR uses 2.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW 8 Series Convertible with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 4.6 L/100km.

C-HR

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 clearly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 402 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Convertible is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the Toyota C-HR takes 7.4 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.

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: Toyota C-HR offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota C-HR is noticeably lighter – 1,505 kg compared to 1,915 kg. The difference is around 410 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota C-HR offers clearly more boot space – 447 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 97 L.

Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 425 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota C-HR is clearly superior 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.

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C-HR

Toyota C-HR

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 140 - 223 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 66 km
BMW 8 Series Convertible
Toyota C-HR

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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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Toyota C-HR

The Toyota C-HR is a bold, coupe-styled crossover that grabs attention with angular lines and a modern interior design. It’s aimed at comfortable urban driving and sensible efficiency, offering practical features and distinctive looks rather than rugged off-road ability.

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BMW 8 Series Convertible
Toyota C-HR

Costs and Consumption

Price
99,400 - 165,800 £
Price
29,100 - 42,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
66 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
180 - 255 g/km
co2
52 - 116 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,915 - 2,125 kg
Curb weight
1,505 - 1,755 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
350 - 447 L
Length
4,851 - 4,867 mm
Length
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Width
1,902 - 1,907 mm
Width
1,832 mm
Height
1,345 - 1,353 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
340 - 425 kg
Payload
375 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
140 - 223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
103 - 164 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Toyota
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