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BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Lexus LS comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 359 HP), boot space and price (90,000 £ vs 112,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Coupé or Lexus LS?

BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Lexus LS: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Coupé

  • visibly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
  • only slightly 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.

BMW 8 Series Coupé is visibly cheaper – starting at 90,000 £ , while the Lexus LS costs 112,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,277 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 8 Series Coupé uses 6.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Lexus LS with 9.6 L/100km. The difference is about 2.9 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 359 HP. That’s roughly 266 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 LS takes 5.5 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

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 markedly lighter – 1,805 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 540 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 8 Series Coupé offers only slightly more boot space – 440 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 8 Series Coupé carries a bit more – 545 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 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
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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 LS

The Lexus LS is a quietly opulent flagship that wraps cutting-edge tech in a calm, Zen-like cabin, turning gridlock into a spa appointment. Buyers after polished refinement and faultless build quality will love its hushed ride and diplomatic road manners, even if it never cries out for attention.

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BMW 8 Series Coupé
Lexus LS

Costs and Consumption
Price
90,000 - 158,900 £
Price
112,300 - 131,100 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
176 - 263 g/km
co2
216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
82 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
4
Doors
2 - 4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,085 kg
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
Trunk capacity
430 L
Length
4,851 - 5,098 mm
Length
5,235 mm
Width
1,902 - 1,943 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
1,346 - 1,420 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
370 - 545 kg
Payload
455 kg

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

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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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