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BMW XM vs BMW 8 Series Coupé comparison

Compare performance (748 HP vs 625 HP), boot space and price (116,100 £ vs 90,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW XM or BMW 8 Series Coupé?

BMW XM vs BMW 8 Series Coupé: Key differences

BMW XM

  • somewhat more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • moderately more trunk space

BMW 8 Series Coupé

  • noticeably cheaper
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably lighter

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

BMW 8 Series Coupé is noticeably cheaper – starting at 90,000 £ , while the BMW XM costs 116,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,142 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW XM uses 4.7 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the BMW 8 Series Coupé with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.

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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 XM offers somewhat more power – delivering 748 HP compared to 625 HP. That’s roughly 123 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Coupé is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the BMW XM takes 3.8 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW XM delivers markedly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.

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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: BMW XM offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 8 Series Coupé is considerably lighter – 1,805 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 890 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW XM offers moderately more boot space – 527 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 87 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 8 Series Coupé carries only slightly more – 545 kg compared to 525 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW XM 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 £116,100
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BMW XM

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 476 - 748 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 78 - 80 km
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BMW XM

The BMW XM is an unapologetically bold flagship that fuses brash, hyper-styled presence with the kind of luxury that commands attention wherever it goes. Inside it's a leather-clad showpiece loaded with modern tech and a driving personality that blends theatrical muscle with refined grand-tourer composure—ideal for buyers who want drama and comfort in equal measure.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
116,100 - 159,300 £
Price
90,000 - 158,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
78 - 80 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
105 - 119 g/km
co2
176 - 263 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
7
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
2 - 4
Curb weight
2,695 - 2,795 kg
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,085 kg
Trunk capacity
527 L
Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
Length
-
Length
4,851 - 5,098 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Width
1,902 - 1,943 mm
Height
-
Height
1,346 - 1,420 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 525 kg
Payload
370 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 - 748 HP
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
700 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
350 - 550 kW
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Engine capacity
2,998 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3

General
Model Year
2,026
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
BMW
What drive types are available for the BMW XM?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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