BMW M8 alternatives & comparisons

Here you can find alternatives to the BMW M8, based on existing comparison pages and popular model matchups. We currently show 6 suitable models as a starting point for your buying decision.

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Alternative models

These models are frequently compared with the BMW M8 and are good next research steps.

from $89,200

Mercedes-Benz GLS

Price : 89,200 - 178,500 $
Body Type : 4MATIC, 4MATIC+
Engine Type :
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : All Wheel
Power HP : 375 - 603 HP
FuelEconomy City : 13 - 19 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 18 - 24 MPG
Seats : 5 - 7
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 369 - 627 lb-ft
Model : GLS
Modell : Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC SUV, GLS 450 4MATIC SUV, GLS 580 4MATIC SUV, AMG GLS 63 4MATIC+ SUV
Trim Level : Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC SUV, GLS 450 4MATIC SUV, GLS 580 4MATIC SUV, AMG GLS 63 4MATIC+ SUV
Engine Displacement : 3 - 4 L
Curb weight : 5,489 - 6,106 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 23.7 - 23.8 gal
Length : 205 - 206 in.
Width : 79.9 in.
Height : 71 - 72 in.
Brand : Mercedes-Benz

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marginally more power
markedly lighter
clearly cheaper
clearly more efficient

from $51,200

Acura MDX

Price : 51,200 - 75,300 $
Body Type : SH-AWD, SUV
Engine Type : Gasoline
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : All Wheel, Front Wheel
Power HP : 290 - 355 HP
FuelEconomy City : 17 - 19 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 21 - 26 MPG
Seats : 7
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 267 - 354 lb-ft
Model : MDX
Modell : SH-AWD, SH-AWD w/Technology Package, SH-AWD w/A-Spec Package, SH-AWD w/Advance Package, Type S SH-AWD w/Advance Package, FWD, FWD w/Technology Package, SH-AWD w/A-Spec Advance Package
Trim Level : SH-AWD, SH-AWD w/Technology Package, SH-AWD w/A-Spec Package, SH-AWD w/Advance Package, Type S SH-AWD w/Advance Package, FWD, FWD w/Technology Package, SH-AWD w/A-Spec Advance Package
Engine Displacement : 3 - 3.5 L
Curb weight : 4,268 - 4,776 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 18.5 gal
Length : 198.4 in.
Width : 78.7 in.
Height : 67 in.
Brand : Acura

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Quick data check: Acura MDX

considerably more power
significantly cheaper
markedly more efficient
barely lighter

from $56,900

Land Rover Defender

Price : 56,900 - 118,900 $
Body Type : 110, 90, 130
Engine Type : Gasoline,
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : All Wheel
Power HP : 296 - 518 HP
Seats : 5 - 8
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 295 - 461 lb-ft
Model : Defender
Modell : 110 P300 S, 110 P400 S, 110 P400 X-Dynamic SE, 110 P400 X, 110 P500 X-Dynamic SE, 110 P525 V8, 90 P300 S, 90 P400 X-Dynamic SE, 90 P525 V8, 130 P300 S, 130 P400 S, 130 P400 X-Dynamic SE, 130 P400 Outbound, 130 P400 X, 130 P500 V8
Trim Level : 110 P300 S, 110 P400 S, 110 P400 X-Dynamic SE, 110 P400 X, 110 P500 X-Dynamic SE, 110 P525 V8, 90 P300 S, 90 P400 X-Dynamic SE, 90 P525 V8, 130 P300 S, 130 P400 S, 130 P400 X-Dynamic SE, 130 P400 Outbound, 130 P400 X, 130 P500 V8
Engine Displacement : 2 - 5 L
Curb weight : 3,870 - 5,800 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 23.8 gal
Length : 180.5 - 211.7 in.
Width : 79.1 in.
Height : 77 in.
Brand : Land Rover

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Quick data check: Land Rover Defender

moderately more power
clearly cheaper
somewhat lighter

$160,500

BMW XM

Price : 160,500 $
Body Type : SUV
Engine Type : Plug-In Hybrid
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : All Wheel
Power HP : 644 HP
Seats : 5
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 590 lb-ft
Model : XM
Modell : Sports Activity Vehicle
Trim Level : Sports Activity Vehicle
Engine Displacement : 4.4 L
Curb weight : 6,094 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 18.2 gal
Length : 201.2 in.
Width : 78.9 in.
Height : 69 in.
Brand : BMW

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Quick data check: BMW XM

moderately cheaper
significantly lighter
only slightly more power

from $76,000

BMW M3

Price : 76,000 - 85,300 $
Body Type : Sedan
Engine Type : Gasoline
Transmission : Manual, Automatic
Drive Type : Rear Wheel, All Wheel
Power HP : 473 - 523 HP
FuelEconomy City : 15 - 16 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 22 - 23 MPG
Seats : 5
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 406 - 479 lb-ft
Model : M3
Modell : Sedan, Competition Sedan, Competition xDrive Sedan
Trim Level : Sedan, Competition Sedan, Competition xDrive Sedan
Engine Displacement : 3 L
Curb weight : 3,840 - 3,990 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 15.6 gal
Trunk Volume : 16.9 cu. ft.
Length : 189.1 in.
Width : 74.3 in.
Height : 56 in.
Brand : BMW

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Quick data check: BMW M3

a bit more power
substantially cheaper
marginally more efficient
moderately lighter
slightly more trunk space

$119,500

BMW M5

Price : 119,500 $
Body Type : Sedan
Engine Type : Plug-In Hybrid
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : All Wheel
Power HP : 717 HP
Seats : 5
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 738 lb-ft
Model : M5
Modell : Sedan
Trim Level : Sedan
Engine Displacement : 4.4 L
Curb weight : 5,390 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 15.9 gal
Trunk Volume : 16.5 cu. ft.
Length : 200.6 in.
Width : 77.6 in.
Height : 59 in.
Brand : BMW

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Quick data check: BMW M5

clearly lighter
moderately cheaper
somewhat more power
somewhat more trunk space

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