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BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Kia EV4 Hatchback comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (90,000 £ vs 32,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Coupé or Kia EV4 Hatchback?

BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Kia EV4 Hatchback: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Coupé

  • significantly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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Kia EV4 Hatchback

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  • clearly 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:

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.

Kia EV4 Hatchback is clearly cheaper – starting at 32,200 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Coupé costs 90,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 57,780 £.

EV4 Hatchback

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 significantly 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 substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the Kia EV4 Hatchback takes 7.4 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Coupé delivers clearly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 467 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 marginally lighter – 1,805 kg compared to 1,811 kg. The difference is around 6 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 8 Series Coupé offers marginally more boot space – 440 L compared to 435 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 8 Series Coupé carries somewhat more – 545 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 86 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 8 Series Coupé 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.

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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
Kia EV4 Hatchback

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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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Kia EV4 Hatchback

The Kia EV4 Hatchback paves the way for a sleek and efficient driving experience, capturing attention with its modern design and eco-friendly performance. Built with comfort and sustainability in mind, this hatchback redefines electric mobility for urban explorers and suburban commuters alike. Inside, the EV4 boasts a spacious and tech-savvy interior, offering drivers and passengers a seamless blend of innovation and practicality.

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BMW 8 Series Coupé
Kia EV4 Hatchback

Costs and Consumption

Price
90,000 - 158,900 £
Price
32,200 - 42,400 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
440 - 625 km
Battery Capacity
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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
1,811 - 1,910 kg
Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
Trunk capacity
435 L
Length
4,851 - 5,098 mm
Length
-
Width
1,902 - 1,943 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
1,346 - 1,420 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
370 - 545 kg
Payload
445 - 459 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
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
7.4 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
283 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
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Kia
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