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BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Hyundai i30 Wagon comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (90,000 £ vs 25,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Coupé or Hyundai i30 Wagon?

BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Hyundai i30 Wagon: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Coupé

  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h

Hyundai i30 Wagon

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  • substantially cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • markedly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

8 Series Coupé

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Hyundai i30 Wagon is substantially cheaper – starting at 25,400 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Coupé costs 90,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 64,586 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai i30 Wagon uses 5.9 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the BMW 8 Series Coupé with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

i30 Wagon

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 significantly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 475 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 Hyundai i30 Wagon takes 9.1 s. That’s about 5.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Coupé delivers considerably more torque with 750 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 500 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, Hyundai i30 Wagon is markedly lighter – 1,340 kg compared to 1,805 kg. The difference is around 465 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai i30 Wagon offers clearly more boot space – 602 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 162 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 holds a decisive overall lead 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.

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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
Hyundai i30 Wagon

Costs and Consumption

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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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Hyundai i30 Wagon

The Hyundai i30 Wagon is a practical family hauler that pairs roomy, sensible packaging with clean, modern lines and a surprisingly composed chassis. Comfortable, well-equipped and priced to make rivals sweat, it quietly ticks the boxes for daily life and weekend escapes while still managing a little grin on twisty roads.

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BMW 8 Series Coupé
Hyundai i30 Wagon

Costs and Consumption

Price
90,000 - 158,900 £
Price
25,400 - 32,300 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
176 - 263 g/km
co2
134 - 142 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Estate
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
2 - 4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,085 kg
Curb weight
1,340 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
Trunk capacity
602 L
Length
4,851 - 5,098 mm
Length
-
Width
1,902 - 1,943 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
1,346 - 1,420 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
370 - 545 kg
Payload
450 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11.9 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
BMW
Brand
Hyundai
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