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BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Lexus ES comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (90,000 £ vs 46,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Coupé or Lexus ES?

BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Lexus ES: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Coupé

  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • marginally lighter
  • barely 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.

Lexus ES is substantially cheaper – starting at 46,600 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Coupé costs 90,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 43,415 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus ES uses 5.1 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the BMW 8 Series Coupé with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.6 L/100km.

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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 clearly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 407 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 Lexus ES takes 8.9 s. That’s about 5.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 8 Series Coupé is clearly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Lexus ES tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

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, Lexus ES is marginally lighter – 1,680 kg compared to 1,805 kg. The difference is around 125 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus ES offers barely more boot space – 454 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 14 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 8 Series Coupé carries somewhat more – 545 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 8 Series Coupé is decisively ahead 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
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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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Lexus ES

The Lexus ES delivers a supremely comfortable, quietly luxurious experience that favors serene cruising over sporting theatrics. It wraps everyday practicality, top-notch build quality and unimpeachable reliability in a handsome, grown-up package that will appeal to buyers who prize calm refinement over headline-grabbing excitement.

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4.7 (2 Reviews)
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Patryk
9 Jan 2026, 23:36:16

Excellent car. Very comfortable and easy to use.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
90,000 - 158,900 £
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
176 - 263 g/km
co2
115 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
2 - 4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,085 kg
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
Trunk capacity
454 L
Length
4,851 - 5,098 mm
Length
4,975 mm
Width
1,902 - 1,943 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
1,346 - 1,420 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
370 - 545 kg
Payload
470 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
BMW
Brand
Lexus
What drive types are available for the BMW 8 Series Coupé?

The BMW 8 Series Coupé is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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