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BMW 8 Series Convertible vs VW Touran comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (99,400 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Convertible or VW Touran?

BMW 8 Series Convertible vs VW Touran: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Convertible

  • substantially more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW Touran

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • clearly 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW Touran is considerably cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Convertible costs 99,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 63,433 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Touran uses 5.2 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the BMW 8 Series Convertible with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.

Touran

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 offers substantially more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 475 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 Touran takes 8.9 s. That’s about 5.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Convertible delivers considerably more torque with 750 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 390 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: VW Touran offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, VW Touran is clearly lighter – 1,520 kg compared to 1,915 kg. The difference is around 395 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Touran offers clearly more boot space – 834 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 484 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Touran carries visibly more – 601 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 176 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 8 Series Convertible 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.

from £99,400
8 Series Convertible

BMW 8 Series Convertible

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 333 - 625 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
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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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Reviews BMW 8 Series Convertible

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VW Touran

The VW Touran is a sensible family people‑carrier that mixes practical packaging with tidy, German-built refinement, making everyday life with kids and shopping feel a lot less chaotic. If you want a reliable, no-nonsense companion that drives with surprising poise and values usefulness over flash, the Touran is a very persuasive choice.

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Reviews VW Touran

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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Anders
23 May 2026, 15:27:48

It really is the Swiss Army knife. Six people on holiday at a summer cottage including all their luggage. Or how about four people in the car plus a dishwasher standing in as baggage. Or five people, two of them in child seats plus two strollers in the back. And it's also super comfortable on long trips. You sit well and it has a nice interior. Today there's nothing comparable that can replace it. Oh, and it actually does the 16–17 km/l it's rated for.

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BMW 8 Series Convertible
VW Touran

Costs and Consumption
Price
99,400 - 165,800 £
Price
36,000 - 45,300 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
180 - 255 g/km
co2
136 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
MPV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,915 - 2,125 kg
Curb weight
1,520 - 1,631 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
834 L
Length
4,851 - 4,867 mm
Length
-
Width
1,902 - 1,907 mm
Width
1,829 mm
Height
1,345 - 1,353 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
340 - 425 kg
Payload
590 - 601 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
122 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
250 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
90 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
BMW
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the BMW 8 Series Convertible have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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