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BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Genesis G80 comparison

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?

BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Genesis G80: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Coupé

  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Genesis G80

  • substantially cheaper
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

8 Series Coupé

Costs and Efficiency:

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 £.

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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 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.

8 Series Coupé

Space and Everyday Use:

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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

from £90,000
8 Series Coupé

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/100km
BMW 8 Series Coupé
Genesis G80

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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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Genesis G80

The 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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BMW 8 Series Coupé
Genesis G80

Costs and Consumption

Price
90,000 - 158,900 £
Price
64,300 - 67,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
570 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
176 - 263 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
2 - 4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,085 kg
Curb weight
2,410 kg
Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
Trunk capacity
354 L
Length
4,851 - 5,098 mm
Length
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Width
1,902 - 1,943 mm
Width
1,925 mm
Height
1,346 - 1,420 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
370 - 545 kg
Payload
490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
370 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
272 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Genesis
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