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BMW 8 Series Convertible vs VW Arteon comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (99,400 £ vs 43,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Convertible or VW Arteon?

BMW 8 Series Convertible vs VW Arteon: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Convertible

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

VW Arteon

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  • substantially cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • slightly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space

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.

VW Arteon is substantially cheaper – starting at 43,300 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Convertible costs 99,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 56,147 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Arteon uses 5.1 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the BMW 8 Series Convertible with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

Arteon

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 320 HP. That’s roughly 305 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 VW Arteon takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Convertible delivers considerably more torque with 750 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 330 Nm more.

8 Series Convertible

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: VW Arteon offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, VW Arteon is slightly lighter – 1,607 kg compared to 1,915 kg. The difference is around 308 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Arteon offers clearly more boot space – 590 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 240 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Arteon carries noticeably more – 569 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 144 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Arteon holds a slight edge 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 £43,300
Arteon

VW Arteon

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.1 - 8.6 L/100km
BMW 8 Series Convertible
VW Arteon

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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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VW Arteon

The VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.

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BMW 8 Series Convertible
VW Arteon

Costs and Consumption

Price
99,400 - 165,800 £
Price
43,300 - 60,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
180 - 255 g/km
co2
133 - 195 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Estate
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,915 - 2,125 kg
Curb weight
1,607 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
590 L
Length
4,851 - 4,867 mm
Length
4,866 mm
Width
1,902 - 1,907 mm
Width
1,871 mm
Height
1,345 - 1,353 mm
Height
1,434 - 1,451 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,632 L
Payload
340 - 425 kg
Payload
467 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
150 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
110 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
Brand
BMW
Brand
VW
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