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BMW 8 Series Convertible vs VW Golf - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (625 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (99400 £ vs 25200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Convertible or VW Golf?
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 Golf has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Convertible costs 99400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 74233 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Golf manages with 1.10 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the BMW 8 Series Convertible with 6.90 L. The difference is about 5.80 L per 100 km.
Golf
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW 8 Series Convertible has a decisively edge – offering 625 HP compared to 333 HP. That’s roughly 292 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Convertible is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 3.30 s, while the VW Golf takes 4.60 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW Golf performs minimal better – reaching 270 km/h, while the BMW 8 Series Convertible tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 8 Series Convertible pulls convincingly stronger with 750 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 330 Nm difference.
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: VW Golf offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.
In curb weight, VW Golf is decisively lighter – 1307 kg compared to 1915 kg. The difference is around 608 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Golf offers hardly perceptible more room – 381 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 31 L.
When it comes to payload, VW Golf to a small extent takes the win – 508 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 83 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Golf holds a decisive overall lead 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.
BMW 8 Series Convertible
VW Golf
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VW Golf
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 Golf
4.6 (1 Reviews)
The VW Golf remains the everyman’s favourite — cleverly balanced, composed and just posh enough to feel grown-up without pretending to be something it’s not. It slips through town and eats up longer trips with a refined cabin, practical layout and a kindly, capable character that turns everyday driving into something a little bit special.
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BMW 8 Series Convertible
VW Golf
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
99400 - 165800 £
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Price
25200 - 47600 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 11.2 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8.1 L
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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
131 - 143 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
180 - 255 g/km
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co2
25 - 184 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Convertible
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Body Type
Hatchback
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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
1915 - 2125 kg
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Curb weight
1307 - 1662 kg
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Trunk capacity
350 L
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Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
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Length
4851 - 4867 mm
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Length
4282 - 4296 mm
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Width
1902 - 1907 mm
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Width
1789 mm
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Height
1345 - 1353 mm
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Height
1454 - 1483 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1129 - 1237 L
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Payload
340 - 425 kg
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Payload
438 - 508 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
333 - 625 HP
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Power HP
116 - 333 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
250 km/h
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Max Speed
202 - 270 km/h
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
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Torque
220 - 420 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 - 245 kW
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Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, G, C, B
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
VW
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What drive types are available for the BMW 8 Series Convertible?
Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.