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BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Mercedes S Class - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (625 HP vs 802 HP), boot space and price (90000 £ vs 97200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Coupé or Mercedes S Class?

BMW 8 Series Coupé

Mercedes S Class

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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 hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 90000 £, while the Mercedes S Class costs 97200 £. That’s a price difference of around 7170 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes S Class manages with 2.30 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the BMW 8 Series Coupé with 6.70 L. The difference is about 4.40 L per 100 km.

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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 S Class has a distinct edge – offering 802 HP compared to 625 HP. That’s roughly 177 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Coupé is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 3.20 s, while the Mercedes S Class takes 3.30 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the performs better – reaching , while the tops out at . The difference is around .

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes S Class pulls significantly stronger with 1430 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 680 Nm difference.

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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: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, BMW 8 Series Coupé is to a small extent lighter – 1805 kg compared to 2070 kg. The difference is around 265 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes S Class offers to a small extent more room – 550 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 110 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes S Class noticeable takes the win – 730 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 185 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes S Class shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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.

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Mercedes S Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 336 - 802 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 13.2 L
  • Electric Range : 31 - 117 km
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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 S Class

The Mercedes S-Class wraps peerless comfort, whisper-quiet luxury and subtle tech wizardry into a chauffeur-ready package that still knows how to engage the driver. It’s the car for buyers who want to arrive relaxed, be taken seriously and occasionally enjoy a grin when the road reminds them this limousine can dance.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
90000 - 158900 £
Price
97200 - 204400 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 13.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
31 - 117 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
10.40 kWh
co2
176 - 263 g/km
co2
52 - 301 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 76 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
2 - 4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1805 - 2085 kg
Curb weight
2070 - 2650 kg
Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
Trunk capacity
325 - 550 L
Length
4851 - 5098 mm
Length
5179 - 5469 mm
Width
1902 - 1943 mm
Width
1921 - 1954 mm
Height
1346 - 1420 mm
Height
1503 - 1515 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
370 - 545 kg
Payload
420 - 730 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
336 - 802 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
500 - 1430 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
6 - 12
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
247 - 590 kW
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
2989 - 5980 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B
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.