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BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Hongqi HS5 comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 218 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 Hongqi HS5?

BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Hongqi HS5: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Coupé

  • substantially more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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Hongqi HS5

  • significantly cheaper
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

Hongqi HS5 is significantly cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Coupé costs 90,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 54,005 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 8 Series Coupé uses 6.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Hongqi HS5 with 9.5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.8 L/100km.

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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 substantially more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 407 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Coupé is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the Hongqi HS5 takes 8.7 s. That’s about 5.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 8 Series Coupé is somewhat faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Hongqi HS5 tops out at 204 km/h. The difference is around 46 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Coupé delivers clearly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 340 Nm. That’s about 410 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.

Both models weigh roughly the same – around 1,805 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 8 Series Coupé offers significantly more boot space – 440 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 440 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 8 Series Coupé carries slightly more – 545 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

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
Hongqi HS5

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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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Hongqi HS5

The Hongqi HS5 exudes a sense of luxury and sophistication, combining elegant design with a comfortable and high-quality interior. As part of Hongqi's pursuit of excellence, this SUV offers a refined driving experience characterized by smooth handling and advanced technology features. With its striking presence on the road, the Hongqi HS5 makes an undeniable statement of style and prestige.

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BMW 8 Series Coupé
Hongqi HS5

Costs and Consumption

Price
90,000 - 158,900 £
Price
36,000 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
176 - 263 g/km
co2
240 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
64 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
2 - 4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,085 kg
Curb weight
1,805 kg
Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
4,851 - 5,098 mm
Length
4,760 mm
Width
1,902 - 1,943 mm
Width
1,907 mm
Height
1,346 - 1,420 mm
Height
1,700 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
370 - 545 kg
Payload
450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
204 km/h
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
340 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,989 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Hongqi
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