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BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Mercedes Sprinter Transporter comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (90,000 £ vs 26,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Coupé or Mercedes Sprinter Transporter?

BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Mercedes Sprinter Transporter: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Coupé

  • considerably more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • moderately lighter
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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • significantly 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.

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is significantly cheaper – starting at 26,900 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Coupé costs 90,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 63,052 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 8 Series Coupé uses 6.7 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.2 L/100km.

Sprinter Transporter

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 8 Series Coupé offers considerably more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 421 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 8 Series Coupé is significantly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter tops out at 90 km/h. The difference is around 160 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Coupé delivers visibly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 300 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 3.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 8 Series Coupé is moderately lighter – 1,805 kg compared to 2,052 kg. The difference is around 247 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter carries considerably more – 2,641 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 2,096 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is barely ahead 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 £26,900
Sprinter Transporter

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • Engine Type Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 114 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 194 - 444 km
BMW 8 Series Coupé
Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

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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 Sprinter Transporter

The Mercedes Sprinter is the dependable workhorse that makes light of heavy loads, blending smart practicality with a surprisingly carlike cabin that keeps drivers sane on long runs. With a range of configurations and a reputation for durability, it’s the van buyers turn to when they need something tough, clever and oddly enjoyable to drive.

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BMW 8 Series Coupé
Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
90,000 - 158,900 £
Price
26,900 - 72,900 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
194 - 444 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
56 - 113 kWh
co2
176 - 263 g/km
co2
0 - 333 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
3
Doors
2 - 4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,085 kg
Curb weight
2,052 - 3,166 kg
Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,851 - 5,098 mm
Length
5,932 - 7,367 mm
Width
1,902 - 1,943 mm
Width
1,993 mm
Height
1,346 - 1,420 mm
Height
2,331 - 2,663 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
9,000 - 15,500 L
Payload
370 - 545 kg
Payload
577 - 2,641 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, 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
114 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
90 km/h
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
84 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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