Compare performance (625 HP vs 370 HP), boot space and price (90,000 £ vs 64,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Coupé or Genesis G80?
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.
Genesis G80 is substantially cheaper – starting at 64,300 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Coupé costs 90,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,715 £.
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 clearly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 370 HP. That’s roughly 255 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 Genesis G80 takes 5.1 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Coupé delivers barely more torque with 750 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 8 Series Coupé is markedly lighter – 1,805 kg compared to 2,410 kg. The difference is around 605 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 8 Series Coupé offers somewhat more boot space – 440 L compared to 354 L. That’s a difference of about 86 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 8 Series Coupé carries a bit more – 545 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.
The BMW 8 Series Coupé stands well ahead of its rival 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 Genesis G80 is a quietly confident executive sedan that marries elegant, restrained design with an interior that feels bespoke rather than mass-produced. For buyers who crave flagship comfort and poise without the badge theatrics, the G80 serves serious luxury and refinement with a touch of surprising value — like a tuxedoed chauffeur who secretly loves great playlists.
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Price
90,000 - 158,900 £
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Price
64,300 - 67,800 £
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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
18.1 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
570 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 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
Sedan
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Seats
4 - 5
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Seats
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
2,410 kg
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Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
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Trunk capacity
354 L
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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
1,925 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
490 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction 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
370 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 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
700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
245 - 460 kW
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Power kW
272 kW
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Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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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
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Genesis
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