Compare performance (625 HP vs 71 HP), boot space and price (90,000 £ vs 11,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Coupé or Mitsubishi Space Star?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
Mitsubishi Space Star is considerably cheaper – starting at 11,600 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Coupé costs 90,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 78,352 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Space Star uses 4.9 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the BMW 8 Series Coupé with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.
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 BMW 8 Series Coupé offers significantly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 71 HP. That’s roughly 554 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 Mitsubishi Space Star takes 14.1 s. That’s about 10.9 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the BMW 8 Series Coupé is markedly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mitsubishi Space Star tops out at 167 km/h. The difference is around 83 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Coupé delivers substantially more torque with 750 Nm compared to 102 Nm. That’s about 648 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi Space Star is considerably lighter – 940 kg compared to 1,805 kg. The difference is around 865 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 8 Series Coupé offers considerably more boot space – 440 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 205 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 8 Series Coupé carries markedly more – 545 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 145 kg.
The BMW 8 Series Coupé is slightly 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.
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.
detailsThe Mitsubishi Space Star is a tidy, no-nonsense city car that squeezes surprising interior space into a compact, easy-to-park package. It's not a thrill-seeker's toy, but for buyers after low running costs, fuss-free reliability and sensible day-to-day practicality, it's a clever and cheerful choice that keeps your wallet and nerves happy.
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Price
90,000 - 158,900 £
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Price
11,600 - 18,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
176 - 263 g/km
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co2
112 - 125 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
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Fuel tank capacity
35 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
4 - 5
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Seats
5
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Doors
2 - 4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,805 - 2,085 kg
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Curb weight
940 - 1,011 kg
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Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
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Trunk capacity
209 - 235 L
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Length
4,851 - 5,098 mm
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Length
3,845 mm
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Width
1,902 - 1,943 mm
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Width
1,665 mm
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Height
1,346 - 1,420 mm
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Height
1,505 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
881 - 912 L
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Payload
370 - 545 kg
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Payload
359 - 400 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
333 - 625 HP
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Power HP
71 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.1 - 15.8 s
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Max Speed
250 km/h
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Max Speed
163 - 167 km/h
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
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Torque
102 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
245 - 460 kW
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Power kW
52 kW
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Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,193 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2,020 - 2,022
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Mitsubishi
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