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Mitsubishi Space Star vs BMW 8 Series Coupé comparison

Compare performance (71 HP vs 625 HP), boot space and price (11,600 £ vs 90,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Space Star or BMW 8 Series Coupé?

Mitsubishi Space Star vs BMW 8 Series Coupé: Key differences

Mitsubishi Space Star

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  • significantly cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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BMW 8 Series Coupé

  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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

Space Star

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mitsubishi Space Star is significantly cheaper – starting at 11,600 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Coupé costs 90,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 78,352 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Space Star uses 4.9 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the BMW 8 Series Coupé with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

8 Series Coupé

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 considerably more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 71 HP. That’s roughly 554 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Coupé is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the Mitsubishi Space Star takes 14.1 s. That’s about 10.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 8 Series Coupé is markedly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mitsubishi Space Star tops out at 167 km/h. The difference is around 83 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Coupé delivers significantly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 102 Nm. That’s about 648 Nm more.

Space Star

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, Mitsubishi Space Star is substantially lighter – 940 kg compared to 1,805 kg. The difference is around 865 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 8 Series Coupé offers clearly more boot space – 440 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 205 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 8 Series Coupé carries noticeably more – 545 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 145 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 8 Series Coupé shows a few small advantages 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.

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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
Mitsubishi Space Star
BMW 8 Series Coupé

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Mitsubishi Space Star

The Mitsubishi Space Star is a tidy, no-nonsense city car that squeezes surprising interior space into a compact, easy-to-park package. It's not a thrill-seeker's toy, but for buyers after low running costs, fuss-free reliability and sensible day-to-day practicality, it's a clever and cheerful choice that keeps your wallet and nerves happy.

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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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Mitsubishi Space Star
BMW 8 Series Coupé

Costs and Consumption

Price
11,600 - 18,700 £
Price
90,000 - 158,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 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
112 - 125 g/km
co2
176 - 263 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 L
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
2 - 4
Curb weight
940 - 1,011 kg
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,085 kg
Trunk capacity
209 - 235 L
Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
Length
3,845 mm
Length
4,851 - 5,098 mm
Width
1,665 mm
Width
1,902 - 1,943 mm
Height
1,505 mm
Height
1,346 - 1,420 mm
Max trunk capacity
881 - 912 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
359 - 400 kg
Payload
370 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
71 HP
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.1 - 15.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
Max Speed
163 - 167 km/h
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
102 Nm
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
52 kW
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Engine capacity
1,193 cm3
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3

General

Model Year
2,020 - 2,022
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mitsubishi
Brand
BMW
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