Compare performance (625 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (90,000 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Coupé or Ford Transit Connect?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Ford Transit Connect is considerably cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Coupé costs 90,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 59,196 £.
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 offers substantially more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 503 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Coupé is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the Ford Transit Connect takes 11.4 s. That’s about 8.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Coupé delivers significantly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 430 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: BMW 8 Series Coupé offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Ford Transit Connect is a bit lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 1,805 kg. The difference is around 230 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Connect carries markedly more – 780 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 235 kg.
The BMW 8 Series Coupé 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.
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.
detailsThe Ford Transit Connect is the go-to compact workhorse for urban professionals who need cargo space without driving a full-size van. It balances practicality and everyday manners with clever storage ideas and a surprisingly comfortable ride, making it a sensible choice for small businesses and families who value function over flair.
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Price
90,000 - 158,900 £
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Price
30,800 - 35,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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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
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
176 - 263 g/km
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co2
-
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Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
4 - 5
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Seats
2
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Doors
2 - 4
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,805 - 2,085 kg
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Curb weight
1,575 - 1,620 kg
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Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4,851 - 5,098 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,902 - 1,943 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Height
1,346 - 1,420 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
370 - 545 kg
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Payload
775 - 780 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
333 - 625 HP
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Power HP
122 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 11.8 s
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Max Speed
250 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
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Torque
320 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
90 kW
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Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,968 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
-
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Ford
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