BMW M8 vs BMW X7

How does the BMW M8 stack up against the BMW X7? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

BMW M8BMW M8
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BMW X7BMW X7
SpecBMW M8BMW X7
Horsepower (max)617 hp375 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)3.2 s5.8 s
Top speed305 km/h210 km/h
Variants31
Body stylePerformance grand tourerFull-size SUV
GenerationF92 / F93G07
Production2019 – 20252019 – present
Length4,867 mm5,172 mm
Width1,907 mm2,000 mm
Height1,362 mm1,835 mm
Wheelbase2,827 mm3,105 mm

BMW M8 vs BMW X7: common questions

Is the BMW M8 or BMW X7 faster?
The BMW M8 is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 3s versus the BMW X7's 5.5s (0-100 km/h in 3.2s vs 5.8s).
Which has more horsepower, the BMW M8 or the BMW X7?
The BMW M8 makes more power: 617 hp (460 kW) versus 375 hp (280 kW) for the BMW X7.
Is the BMW M8 or BMW X7 faster on top speed?
The BMW M8 has the higher top speed at 190 mph (305 km/h), versus 130 mph (210 km/h) for the BMW X7.
What is the main difference between the BMW M8 and the BMW X7?
The BMW M8 is a performance grand tourer, while the BMW X7 is a full-size suv. That difference in body style drives most of the others.
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