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BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Toyota Corolla comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (90,000 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Coupé or Toyota Corolla?

BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Toyota Corolla: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Coupé

  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Toyota Corolla

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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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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 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.

Toyota Corolla is considerably cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Coupé costs 90,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 61,423 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Corolla uses 4.4 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the BMW 8 Series Coupé with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.3 L/100km.

Corolla

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 substantially more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 447 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Coupé is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.5 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 8 Series Coupé is visibly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

8 Series Coupé

Space and Everyday Use:

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, Toyota Corolla is markedly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,805 kg. The difference is around 385 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 8 Series Coupé offers somewhat more boot space – 440 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 79 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 8 Series Coupé carries moderately more – 545 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 8 Series Coupé is clearly superior 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
BMW 8 Series Coupé
Toyota Corolla

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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Toyota Corolla

The Corolla is a reliable, no-nonsense compact car known for its practicality and composed ride. It’s economical to run, easy to maintain, and suits daily commuting while holding its value well.

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BMW 8 Series Coupé
Toyota Corolla

Costs and Consumption

Price
90,000 - 158,900 £
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
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
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
2 - 4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,085 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
4,851 - 5,098 mm
Length
4,370 mm
Width
1,902 - 1,943 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
1,346 - 1,420 mm
Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Payload
370 - 545 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
BMW
Brand
Toyota
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