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SsangYong Korando vs BMW 8 Series Convertible comparison

Compare performance (190 HP vs 625 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 99,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Korando or BMW 8 Series Convertible?

SsangYong Korando vs BMW 8 Series Convertible: Key differences

SsangYong Korando

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  • substantially cheaper
  • visibly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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BMW 8 Series Convertible

  • significantly more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Korando

Costs and Efficiency:

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

SsangYong Korando is substantially cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Convertible costs 99,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 72,437 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 8 Series Convertible uses 6.9 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the SsangYong Korando with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.

8 Series Convertible

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 Convertible offers significantly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 435 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Convertible is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the SsangYong Korando takes 8.4 s. That’s about 5.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 8 Series Convertible is noticeably faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the SsangYong Korando tops out at 191 km/h. The difference is around 59 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Convertible delivers substantially more torque with 750 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 390 Nm more.

Korando

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: SsangYong Korando offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, SsangYong Korando is visibly lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 1,915 kg. The difference is around 398 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers clearly more boot space – 551 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 201 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Korando carries barely more – 463 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 38 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 8 Series Convertible 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 £99,400
8 Series Convertible

BMW 8 Series Convertible

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 333 - 625 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
SsangYong Korando
BMW 8 Series Convertible

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SsangYong Korando

The SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.

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BMW 8 Series Convertible

The BMW 8 Series Convertible is a head-turning grand tourer that drops its roof with the kind of theatrical flourish you expect from a modern Bavarian showboat. It wraps occupants in sumptuous materials and driver-focused polish, offering effortless long-distance comfort and just enough drama to make every arrival feel like an occasion.

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SsangYong Korando
BMW 8 Series Convertible

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
Price
99,400 - 165,800 £
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
339 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 197 g/km
co2
180 - 255 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
Curb weight
1,915 - 2,125 kg
Trunk capacity
551 L
Trunk capacity
350 L
Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
Length
4,851 - 4,867 mm
Width
1,870 mm
Width
1,902 - 1,907 mm
Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
Height
1,345 - 1,353 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 - 463 kg
Payload
340 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 190 HP
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
260 - 360 Nm
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
120 - 140 kW
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
SsangYong
Brand
BMW
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