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BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Tesla Model Y comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (90,000 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Coupé or Tesla Model Y?

BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Tesla Model Y: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Coupé

  • clearly more power
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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Tesla Model Y

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

8 Series Coupé

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Tesla Model Y is substantially cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Coupé costs 90,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 55,723 £.

Model Y

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 460 HP. That’s roughly 165 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Coupé is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the Tesla Model Y takes 3.5 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Coupé delivers somewhat more torque with 750 Nm compared to 660 Nm. That’s about 90 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: Tesla Model Y offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 8 Series Coupé is barely lighter – 1,805 kg compared to 1,976 kg. The difference is around 171 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model Y offers significantly more boot space – 836 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 396 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 8 Series Coupé carries somewhat more – 545 kg compared to 472 kg. That’s a difference of about 73 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model Y is decisively 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 £34,300
Model Y

Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.1 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 622 km
BMW 8 Series Coupé
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Tesla Model Y

The Tesla Model Y is a compact electric SUV that pairs practical interior space with a minimalist, tech-forward cabin that feels modern and airy. Its confident electric performance and suite of driver-assist features make everyday driving effortless, and regular software updates help the car stay fresh over time.

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BMW 8 Series Coupé
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

Price
90,000 - 158,900 £
Price
34,300 - 53,100 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13.1 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
534 - 622 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
176 - 263 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
2 - 4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,085 kg
Curb weight
1,976 - 2,108 kg
Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
Trunk capacity
822 - 836 L
Length
4,851 - 5,098 mm
Length
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Width
1,902 - 1,943 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
1,346 - 1,420 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
370 - 545 kg
Payload
435 - 472 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
299 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
220 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Tesla
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