BMW 8 Series vs BMW 5 Series Compare price, expert/user reviews, mpg, engines, safety, cargo capacity and other specs at a glance.

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2024 BMW 8 Series 3.0 840i M Sport Convertible 2d
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2024 BMW 5 Series 2.0 520i M Sport (181bhp) (MHT) Saloon 4d
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Specs

2024 BMW 8 Series
3.0 840i M Sport Convertible 2d
2024 BMW 5 Series
2.0 520i M Sport (181bhp) (MHT) Saloon 4d
Powertrain 8-speed Automatic 8-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
RWD
Fuel economy, city -- --
Fuel economy, motorway -- --
Fuel tank volume 257 L 257 L
Engine
Fuel type
Petrol
Petrol
Power
245 kW
135 kW
Torque
678 N-m @ 4,000 RPM
407 N-m @ 4,000 RPM
Cylinders
6 cylinders
4 cylinders
Engine size
2,998 cc
1,998 cc
Interior
Maximum seating 4 seats 5 seats
Front legroom -- --
Rear legroom -- --
Exterior
Length 123.22 m 126.06 m
Width 54.28 m 54 m
Height 34.16 m 37.57 m
Wheelbase 71.68 m 75.57 m

Available Options

2024 BMW 8 Series
3.0 840i M Sport Convertible 2d
2024 BMW 5 Series
2.0 520i M Sport (181bhp) (MHT) Saloon 4d

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