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BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Hyundai Nexo comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (90,000 £ vs 59,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Coupé or Hyundai Nexo?

BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Hyundai Nexo: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Coupé

  • substantially more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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Hyundai Nexo

  • considerably cheaper
  • a bit more trunk space
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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.

Hyundai Nexo is considerably cheaper – starting at 59,900 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Coupé costs 90,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,086 £.

Nexo

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 BMW 8 Series Coupé offers substantially more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 421 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 Hyundai Nexo takes 7.8 s. That’s about 4.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Coupé delivers significantly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 400 Nm more.

8 Series Coupé

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 8 Series Coupé is very slightly lighter – 1,805 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 150 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Nexo offers a bit more boot space – 510 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 8 Series Coupé carries a bit more – 545 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 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
Hyundai Nexo

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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 Nexo

Hyundai Nexo looks like a quietly futuristic family car, gliding along with whisper-quiet refinement and a cabin that keeps long commutes pleasant. As a hydrogen-powered cruiser it delivers genuinely clean driving and a practical, slightly exotic alternative for buyers who want something clever without the fuss.

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BMW 8 Series Coupé
Hyundai Nexo

Costs and Consumption

Price
90,000 - 158,900 £
Price
59,900 - 66,500 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
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
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
2 - 4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,085 kg
Curb weight
1,955 kg
Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
Trunk capacity
510 L
Length
4,851 - 5,098 mm
Length
-
Width
1,902 - 1,943 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
1,346 - 1,420 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
370 - 545 kg
Payload
485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Hydrogen
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
350 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
150 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

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