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BMW 8 Series Coupé vs McLaren Supercar Series Coupe comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 700 HP), boot space and price (90,000 £ vs 213,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Coupé or McLaren Supercar Series Coupe?

BMW 8 Series Coupé vs McLaren Supercar Series Coupe: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Coupé

  • significantly cheaper
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McLaren Supercar Series Coupe

  • moderately more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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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.

BMW 8 Series Coupé is significantly cheaper – starting at 90,000 £ , while the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe costs 213,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 123,000 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe uses 4.6 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the BMW 8 Series Coupé with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.

8 Series Coupé

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 McLaren Supercar Series Coupe offers moderately more power – delivering 700 HP compared to 625 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the BMW 8 Series Coupé takes 3.2 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Coupé delivers only slightly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 720 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

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.

Seats: BMW 8 Series Coupé offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, McLaren Supercar Series Coupe is noticeably lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 1,805 kg. The difference is around 307 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.

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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The McLaren Supercar Series Coupe arrives like a scalpel with a spoiler, pairing race-bred theatrics with a civility that makes it livable on the street while still thrilling on a back road. If you crave exotic looks, dramatic doors and a cabin that rewards attentive driving, this coupe serves up pure performance with just enough comfort to keep your mates impressed and slightly terrified.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
90,000 - 158,900 £
Price
213,000 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
33 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
176 - 263 g/km
co2
104 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
2
Doors
2 - 4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,085 kg
Curb weight
1,498 kg
Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,851 - 5,098 mm
Length
-
Width
1,902 - 1,943 mm
Width
1,913 mm
Height
1,346 - 1,420 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
370 - 545 kg
Payload
-

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

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
BMW
Brand
McLaren
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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