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BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Mazda MX-30 comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (90,000 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Coupé or Mazda MX-30?

BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Mazda MX-30: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Coupé

  • substantially more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Mazda MX-30

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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.

Mazda MX-30 is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Coupé costs 90,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 59,152 £.

MX-30

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 substantially more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 455 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Coupé is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the Mazda MX-30 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 5.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 8 Series Coupé is clearly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mazda MX-30 tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 110 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, BMW 8 Series Coupé is only slightly lighter – 1,805 kg compared to 1,849 kg. The difference is around 44 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 8 Series Coupé offers clearly more boot space – 440 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 8 Series Coupé carries markedly more – 545 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 143 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda MX-30 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 £30,800
MX-30

Mazda MX-30

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 85 km
BMW 8 Series Coupé
Mazda MX-30

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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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Mazda MX-30

The Mazda MX-30 trades conventional EV practicality for a boutique vibe, wrapping easy urban agility and a stylish, artisan interior into a compact package that stands out in the crossover crowd. It’s ideal for city-minded buyers who value design and driving feel over long-distance trips, and its quirky details prove Mazda can be playful without losing its driver-focused soul.

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BMW 8 Series Coupé
Mazda MX-30

Costs and Consumption

Price
90,000 - 158,900 £
Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
176 - 263 g/km
co2
22 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
2 - 4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,085 kg
Curb weight
1,849 kg
Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Length
4,851 - 5,098 mm
Length
4,395 mm
Width
1,902 - 1,943 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
1,346 - 1,420 mm
Height
1,555 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Payload
370 - 545 kg
Payload
402 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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
170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
140 km/h
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
125 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
830 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mazda
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