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BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Bentley Continental Coupe - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (625 HP vs 549 HP), boot space and price (90000 £ vs 192900 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Coupé or Bentley Continental Coupe?

BMW 8 Series Coupé

Bentley Continental Coupe

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

BMW 8 Series Coupé has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 90000 £, while the Bentley Continental Coupe costs 192900 £. That’s a price difference of around 102942 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 8 Series Coupé manages with 6.70 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Bentley Continental Coupe with 11.80 L. The difference is about 5.10 L per 100 km.

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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 Coupé has a slightly edge – offering 625 HP compared to 549 HP. That’s roughly 76 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Coupé is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 3.20 s, while the Bentley Continental Coupe takes 4 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Bentley Continental Coupe performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 318 km/h, while the BMW 8 Series Coupé tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 68 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Bentley Continental Coupe pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 770 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: BMW 8 Series Coupé offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, BMW 8 Series Coupé is somewhat lighter – 1805 kg compared to 2165 kg. The difference is around 360 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW 8 Series Coupé offers slightly more room – 440 L compared to 358 L. That’s a difference of about 82 L.

When it comes to payload, BMW 8 Series Coupé to a small extent takes the win – 545 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BMW 8 Series Coupé shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £90,000
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BMW 8 Series Coupé

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 333 - 625 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.7 - 11.5 L
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BMW 8 Series Coupé

The BMW 8 Series Coupé blends elegant, low-slung coupé looks with a purposeful, athletic stance that hints at both comfort and serious driving fun. Inside it feels indulgent and driver-focused, the sort of car that turns motorway miles into a breeze while quietly daring you to chase a twisty back road — and yes, it photographs magnificently.

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Bentley Continental Coupe

The Bentley Continental Coupe slips between grand tourer and high-fashion statement with effortless poise, its cabin drenched in handcrafted leather and tasteful, indulgent details that make every journey feel like a special occasion. On the road it masks immense performance behind a serene, buttoned-up demeanor while doling out a surprisingly composed and playful driving character whenever you ask for it, making it ideal for buyers who want both presence and comfort with a wink.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
90000 - 158900 £
Price
192900 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L
Consumption L/100km
11.80 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
176 - 263 g/km
co2
268 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
90 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
4
Doors
2 - 4
Doors
2
Curb weight
1805 - 2085 kg
Curb weight
2165 kg
Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
Trunk capacity
358 L
Length
4851 - 5098 mm
Length
4850 mm
Width
1902 - 1943 mm
Width
1966 mm
Height
1346 - 1420 mm
Height
1405 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
370 - 545 kg
Payload
475 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
549 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
318 km/h
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
770 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
404 kW
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
3996 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2019
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Bentley

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Is the BMW 8 Series Coupé offered with different drivetrains?

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

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.