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BMW 8 Series Coupé vs GWM ORA 07 comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (90,000 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Coupé or GWM ORA 07?

BMW 8 Series Coupé vs GWM ORA 07: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Coupé

  • markedly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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GWM ORA 07

  • clearly 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

GWM ORA 07 is clearly cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Coupé costs 90,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 54,009 £.

ORA 07

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 8 Series Coupé offers markedly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 408 HP. That’s roughly 217 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Coupé is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the GWM ORA 07 takes 4.5 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Coupé delivers barely more torque with 750 Nm compared to 680 Nm. That’s about 70 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 somewhat lighter – 1,805 kg compared to 2,065 kg. The difference is around 260 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 8 Series Coupé offers markedly more boot space – 440 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 107 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 8 Series Coupé carries clearly more – 545 kg compared to 350 kg. That’s a difference of about 195 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The GWM ORA 07 comes out clearly ahead 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 £36,000
ORA 07

GWM ORA 07

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 408 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.5 - 17.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 440 - 520 km
BMW 8 Series Coupé
GWM ORA 07

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Dimensions and Body

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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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GWM ORA 07

The GWM ORA 07 arrives as a cheeky, fashion-forward electric crossover that blends retro-modern styling with practical everyday sense, so it’s as happy in city traffic as it is turning heads on the boulevard. Inside you get a comfy, tech-rich cabin and sensible packaging without a premium sticker, making it a smart pick for buyers who want personality and value in one neat package.

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BMW 8 Series Coupé
GWM ORA 07

Costs and Consumption

Price
90,000 - 158,900 £
Price
36,000 - 45,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 17.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
440 - 520 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
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
Hatchback
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
2 - 4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,085 kg
Curb weight
2,065 - 2,210 kg
Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
Trunk capacity
333 L
Length
4,851 - 5,098 mm
Length
-
Width
1,902 - 1,943 mm
Width
1,862 mm
Height
1,346 - 1,420 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
370 - 545 kg
Payload
350 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, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
204 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
340 - 680 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
150 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
GWM
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