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BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Hyundai IONIQ 6 comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 650 HP), boot space and price (90,000 £ vs 39,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Coupé or Hyundai IONIQ 6?

BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Hyundai IONIQ 6: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Coupé

  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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Hyundai IONIQ 6

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  • clearly cheaper
  • barely more power
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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 IONIQ 6 is clearly cheaper – starting at 39,000 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Coupé costs 90,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 50,958 £.

IONIQ 6

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers barely more power – delivering 650 HP compared to 625 HP. That’s roughly 25 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Coupé is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the Hyundai IONIQ 6 takes 3.3 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai IONIQ 6 delivers marginally more torque with 770 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 20 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 barely lighter – 1,805 kg compared to 1,892 kg. The difference is around 87 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 8 Series Coupé offers barely more boot space – 440 L compared to 401 L. That’s a difference of about 39 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 8 Series Coupé carries somewhat more – 545 kg compared to 438 kg. That’s a difference of about 107 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 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 £39,000
IONIQ 6

Hyundai IONIQ 6

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 - 650 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.4 - 18.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 487 - 680 km
BMW 8 Series Coupé
Hyundai IONIQ 6

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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 IONIQ 6

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 glides down the road with a poise that feels more runway model than commuter car, its sleek silhouette promising efficiency without trying too hard. Inside, a calm, minimalist cabin packed with clever, usable tech makes it a compelling choice for buyers who want electric motoring that's smart, stylish and quietly practical.

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BMW 8 Series Coupé
Hyundai IONIQ 6

Costs and Consumption

Price
90,000 - 158,900 £
Price
39,000 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13.4 - 18.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
487 - 680 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
176 - 263 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

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
1,892 - 2,241 kg
Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
Trunk capacity
371 - 401 L
Length
4,851 - 5,098 mm
Length
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Width
1,902 - 1,943 mm
Width
1,880 - 1,940 mm
Height
1,346 - 1,420 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
370 - 545 kg
Payload
386 - 438 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
170 - 650 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
125 - 478 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Hyundai
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