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Subaru Outback vs BMW 8 Series Coupé comparison

Compare performance (169 HP vs 625 HP), boot space and price (40,000 £ vs 90,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Outback or BMW 8 Series Coupé?

Subaru Outback vs BMW 8 Series Coupé: Key differences

Subaru Outback

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  • significantly cheaper
  • very slightly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space

BMW 8 Series Coupé

  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h

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

Outback

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Subaru Outback is significantly cheaper – starting at 40,000 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Coupé costs 90,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 49,980 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 8 Series Coupé uses 6.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Subaru Outback with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 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 clearly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 169 HP. That’s roughly 456 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Coupé is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the Subaru Outback takes 10.2 s. That’s about 7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Coupé delivers significantly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 252 Nm. That’s about 498 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru Outback is very slightly lighter – 1,643 kg compared to 1,805 kg. The difference is around 162 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Subaru Outback offers noticeably more boot space – 561 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 121 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Outback carries marginally more – 557 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 12 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 8 Series Coupé 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 £90,000
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
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Subaru Outback

The Subaru Outback is the do-it-all wagon for buyers who want SUV capability without the SUV bulk, blending rugged confidence with everyday civility. It's practical, dependable, and built to shrug off rough gravel tracks or rainy commutes with a grin — ideal for buyers who actually use their vehicles, not just park them for show.

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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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BMW 8 Series Coupé

Costs and Consumption
Price
40,000 - 44,400 £
Price
90,000 - 158,900 £
Consumption L/100km
8.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
193 g/km
co2
176 - 263 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
2 - 4
Curb weight
1,643 - 1,676 kg
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,085 kg
Trunk capacity
561 L
Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
Length
-
Length
4,851 - 5,098 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,902 - 1,943 mm
Height
-
Height
1,346 - 1,420 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
524 - 557 kg
Payload
370 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
169 HP
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
252 Nm
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
124 kW
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Engine capacity
2,498 cm3
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Subaru
Brand
BMW
Is the Subaru Outback offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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