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BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Mercedes AMG GT - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (625 HP vs 816 HP), boot space and price (90000 £ vs 102500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Coupé or Mercedes AMG GT?

BMW 8 Series Coupé

Mercedes AMG GT

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 has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 90000 £, while the Mercedes AMG GT costs 102500 £. That’s a price difference of around 12504 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 8 Series Coupé manages with 6.70 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Mercedes AMG GT with 10.30 L. The difference is about 3.60 L per 100 km.

AMG GT

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 Mercedes AMG GT has a evident edge – offering 816 HP compared to 625 HP. That’s roughly 191 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes AMG GT is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.80 s, while the BMW 8 Series Coupé takes 3.20 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes AMG GT performs evident better – reaching 320 km/h, while the BMW 8 Series Coupé tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes AMG GT pulls convincingly stronger with 1420 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 670 Nm difference.

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 clearly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.

In curb weight, Mercedes AMG GT is minimal lighter – 1790 kg compared to 1805 kg. The difference is around 15 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW 8 Series Coupé offers clearly perceptible more room – 440 L compared to 321 L. That’s a difference of about 119 L.

When it comes to payload, BMW 8 Series Coupé convincingly takes the win – 545 kg compared to 215 kg. That’s a difference of about 330 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BMW 8 Series Coupé shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £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
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BMW 8 Series Coupé
Mercedes AMG GT

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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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Mercedes AMG GT

The Mercedes-AMG GT is a theatrical sports car with prowling looks and an aggressive exhaust note that announces its intentions the moment it fires up. It pairs ferocious performance with surprising everyday usability — a taut yet forgiving chassis and a cockpit that feels special — making sensible buyers suddenly very good at justifying indulgence.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
90000 - 158900 £
Price
102500 - 194400 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L
Consumption L/100km
10.3 - 14 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
11 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
176 - 263 g/km
co2
235 - 319 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
2
Doors
2 - 4
Doors
2
Curb weight
1805 - 2085 kg
Curb weight
1790 - 2195 kg
Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
Trunk capacity
182 - 321 L
Length
4851 - 5098 mm
Length
4728 mm
Width
1902 - 1943 mm
Width
1929 mm
Height
1346 - 1420 mm
Height
1354 - 1359 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
370 - 545 kg
Payload
170 - 215 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin 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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
435 - 816 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.6 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
280 - 320 km/h
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
500 - 1420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
320 - 600 kW
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
1991 - 3982 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz

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Is the BMW 8 Series Coupé offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.