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BMW 8 Series Coupé vs VW Caddy comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (90,000 £ vs 27,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Coupé or VW Caddy?

BMW 8 Series Coupé vs VW Caddy: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Coupé

  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW Caddy

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • somewhat 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VW Caddy is clearly cheaper – starting at 27,800 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Coupé costs 90,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 62,241 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Caddy uses 0.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the BMW 8 Series Coupé with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 6.2 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

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 150 HP. That’s roughly 475 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 VW Caddy takes 11.4 s. That’s about 8.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 8 Series Coupé is noticeably faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW Caddy tops out at 186 km/h. The difference is around 64 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Coupé delivers clearly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 430 Nm more.

8 Series Coupé

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: VW Caddy offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, VW Caddy is somewhat lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 1,805 kg. The difference is around 230 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Caddy carries noticeably more – 710 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 165 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Caddy stands well ahead of its rival 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 £27,800
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VW Caddy

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 102 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.5 - 6.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 116 - 121 km
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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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VW Caddy

The VW Caddy is the Swiss-army knife of compact vans — practical, surprisingly refined, and ready to swap a weekend adventure for a grocery run without breaking a sweat. It’s user-friendly, comfortable enough for daily driving, and sensible for buyers who want utility with a dash of style and no drama.

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Jakob Blans
12 May 2026, 16:22:17

A really lovely car with space for a wheelchair and much more, which we've had for almost 14 years and driven over 200,000 km with. Now the gearbox has failed and we'd like to buy a new one.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
90,000 - 158,900 £
Price
27,800 - 45,900 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
116 - 121 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
176 - 263 g/km
co2
10 - 165 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
2 - 4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,085 kg
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,998 kg
Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,851 - 5,098 mm
Length
4,500 - 4,853 mm
Width
1,902 - 1,943 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
1,346 - 1,420 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,860 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,556 - 3,700 L
Payload
370 - 545 kg
Payload
501 - 710 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 14 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
173 - 186 km/h
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
VW
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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