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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
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Price
99,400 - 165,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
339 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 197 g/km
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co2
180 - 255 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Convertible
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Seats
5
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Seats
4
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Doors
5
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Doors
2
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Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
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Curb weight
1,915 - 2,125 kg
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Trunk capacity
551 L
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Trunk capacity
350 L
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Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
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Length
4,851 - 4,867 mm
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Width
1,870 mm
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Width
1,902 - 1,907 mm
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Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
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Height
1,345 - 1,353 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
410 - 463 kg
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Payload
340 - 425 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
163 - 190 HP
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Power HP
333 - 625 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.5 s
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Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
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Max Speed
250 km/h
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Torque
260 - 360 Nm
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Power kW
120 - 140 kW
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Power kW
245 - 460 kW
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Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
SsangYong
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Brand
BMW
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