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BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Hyundai Tucson comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (90,000 £ vs 31,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Coupé or Hyundai Tucson?

BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Hyundai Tucson: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Coupé

  • substantially more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Hyundai Tucson

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • a bit lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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 Tucson is significantly cheaper – starting at 31,300 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Coupé costs 90,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 58,723 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Tucson uses 2.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW 8 Series Coupé with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 4 L/100km.

Tucson

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 288 HP. That’s roughly 337 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 Hyundai Tucson takes 7.5 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Coupé delivers considerably more torque with 750 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 371 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, Hyundai Tucson is a bit lighter – 1,542 kg compared to 1,805 kg. The difference is around 263 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers markedly more boot space – 620 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 180 L.

Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 545 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Tucson is far ahead 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 £31,300
Tucson

Hyundai Tucson

  • Engine Type Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 63 - 70 km
BMW 8 Series Coupé
Hyundai Tucson

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 Tucson

The Hyundai Tucson is a well-rounded compact SUV that blends modern styling with a comfortable, thoughtfully laid-out interior, making it appealing for daily driving and family use. It delivers a calm ride, a generous level of equipment for the price, and sensible practicality, so it's a smart choice if you want a straightforward, dependable crossover without fuss.

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BMW 8 Series Coupé
Hyundai Tucson

Costs and Consumption

Price
90,000 - 158,900 £
Price
31,300 - 48,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
176 - 263 g/km
co2
62 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
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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
1,542 - 1,893 kg
Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Length
4,851 - 5,098 mm
Length
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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
518 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Hyundai
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