Compare performance (625 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (90,000 £ vs 20,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Coupé or Ford Transit Courier?
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.
Ford Transit Courier is significantly cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Coupé costs 90,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 69,345 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Transit Courier uses 5.3 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the BMW 8 Series Coupé with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.
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 Coupé offers considerably more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 489 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Coupé delivers significantly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 460 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Ford Transit Courier is visibly lighter – 1,378 kg compared to 1,805 kg. The difference is around 427 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Courier carries markedly more – 701 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 156 kg.
The Ford Transit Courier is far ahead 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 Courier is a compact, city-friendly van that hides surprising practicality behind a neat, no-nonsense exterior. Ideal for small businesses and urban runs, it pairs easy maneuverability and clever load solutions with a colleague-friendly driving position — proof that you don't need a giant van to get big jobs done.
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Price
90,000 - 158,900 £
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Price
20,700 - 31,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 6.9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
325 km
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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
0 - 158 g/km
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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 - 5
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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
1,378 - 1,549 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
1,800 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
529 - 701 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
333 - 625 HP
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Power HP
100 - 136 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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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
170 - 290 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
245 - 460 kW
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Power kW
74 - 100 kW
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Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
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Engine capacity
998 - 1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Ford
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