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BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Lexus LC Coupe comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 464 HP), boot space and price (90,000 £ vs 105,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Coupé or Lexus LC Coupe?

BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Lexus LC Coupe: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Coupé

  • somewhat cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • markedly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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Lexus LC Coupe

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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.

BMW 8 Series Coupé is somewhat cheaper – starting at 90,000 £ , while the Lexus LC Coupe costs 105,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,385 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 8 Series Coupé uses 6.7 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Lexus LC Coupe with 8.1 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.

LC Coupe

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 noticeably more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 464 HP. That’s roughly 161 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 Lexus LC Coupe takes 4.7 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lexus LC Coupe is marginally faster – reaching 270 km/h, while the BMW 8 Series Coupé tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Coupé delivers clearly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 530 Nm. That’s about 220 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.

Seats: BMW 8 Series Coupé offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 8 Series Coupé is only slightly lighter – 1,805 kg compared to 1,930 kg. The difference is around 125 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 8 Series Coupé offers substantially more boot space – 440 L compared to 197 L. That’s a difference of about 243 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 8 Series Coupé carries slightly more – 545 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 8 Series Coupé stands well ahead of its rival 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
Lexus LC Coupe

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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 LC Coupe

The Lexus LC is a striking grand tourer that fuses Japanese craftsmanship with theatrical styling; slipping into its cockpit feels like being handed a bespoke suit—polished, dramatic and effortlessly comfortable. It prefers to seduce rather than shout, delivering a serene yet engaging drive for buyers who want presence and refinement without supercar fuss.

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BMW 8 Series Coupé
Lexus LC Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
90,000 - 158,900 £
Price
105,400 - 114,900 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.1 - 11.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
176 - 263 g/km
co2
184 - 262 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
82 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
4
Doors
2 - 4
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,085 kg
Curb weight
1,930 - 1,980 kg
Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
Trunk capacity
172 - 197 L
Length
4,851 - 5,098 mm
Length
4,770 mm
Width
1,902 - 1,943 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
1,346 - 1,420 mm
Height
1,345 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
370 - 545 kg
Payload
445 - 465 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
359 - 464 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
250 - 270 km/h
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
530 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
264 - 341 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
3,456 - 4,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
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Lexus
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