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BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Renault Master Bus comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (90,000 £ vs 36,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Coupé or Renault Master Bus?

BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Renault Master Bus: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Coupé

  • clearly more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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Renault Master Bus

  • considerably 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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Renault Master Bus is considerably cheaper – starting at 36,600 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Coupé costs 90,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 53,413 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 8 Series Coupé uses 6.7 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Renault Master Bus with 8.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.

Master Bus

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 clearly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 445 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 8 Series Coupé is markedly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Renault Master Bus tops out at 165 km/h. The difference is around 85 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Coupé delivers substantially more torque with 750 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 350 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: Renault Master Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 8 Series Coupé is markedly lighter – 1,805 kg compared to 2,189 kg. The difference is around 384 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Master Bus carries substantially more – 1,254 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 709 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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Renault Master Bus

The Renault Master Bus is a no-nonsense people carrier that trades flash for practicality, offering generous space for passengers and luggage with a sensible, robust feel. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want comfort and reliability over glamour — think dependable transport with a dash of French charm and a wry smile.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
90,000 - 158,900 £
Price
36,600 - 43,200 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 10.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
176 - 263 g/km
co2
227 - 280 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
105 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Bus
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
6 - 9
Doors
2 - 4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,085 kg
Curb weight
2,189 - 2,361 kg
Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,851 - 5,098 mm
Length
5,075 - 5,575 mm
Width
1,902 - 1,943 mm
Width
2,070 mm
Height
1,346 - 1,420 mm
Height
2,290 - 2,486 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,840 - 4,840 L
Payload
370 - 545 kg
Payload
939 - 1,254 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
135 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 165 km/h
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
360 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
99 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
2,299 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Renault
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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