2025 Bentley Flying Spur vs 2025 BMW M8 Gran Coupe

$272,300 · Sedan

$140,000 · Sedan

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Bentley Flying Spur bursts onto the scene with staggering might, boasting 771 hp and 738 lb-ft of torque, immediately setting it apart as the apex predator of luxury speed. In contrast, the 2025 BMW M8 Gran Coupe offers thrilling performance with its potent 617 hp and commanding presence, yet remains significantly more accessible with an MSRP of $140,000 versus the Bentley's $272,300. The Bentley offers a brief 30-mile electric range, a feature absent on the M8, though its thirst results in 19 combined MPG. The M8, while powerful, only achieves 17 combined MPG. Despite the massive $132,300 price gap, the Flying Spur stretches 209.3 inches, underscoring its status as a supersedan where opulence trumps outright economic sense compared to the comparatively compact M8 at 200.9 inches in length.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 BMW M8 Gran Coupe

The BMW M8 Gran Coupe offers a more practical footprint at 200.9 inches long, making daily navigation and parking slightly less cumbersome than the vast 209.3-inch Bentley.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Bentley Flying Spur

The Bentley Flying Spur's marginally larger dimensions and emphasis on rear-seat luxury translate to a superior overall experience for transporting passengers in ultimate comfort.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Bentley Flying Spur

The Bentley Flying Spur delivers a brute force advantage with an extra 154 horsepower (771 hp vs. 617 hp), promising unmatched straight-line performance.

💰 Best Value

2025 BMW M8 Gran Coupe

The BMW M8 Gran Coupe provides an extraordinary performance package for nearly half the price, saving buyers $132,300 compared to the Bentley.

Choose the Bentley Flying Spur if...

Your priority is ultimate, uncompromising power, evidenced by the 771 hp output.
You desire the added layer of modern efficiency offered by the 30-mile electric range plug-in hybrid component.
Budget is secondary to securing the highest echelon of automotive luxury and presence.

Choose the BMW M8 Gran Coupe if...

You seek performance near the top tier but must save $132,300, as the M8 costs only $140,000.
You prefer the handling characteristics of a slightly smaller platform (200.9 inches long vs. 209.3 inches).
You desire exciting power (617 hp) without the mandated consumption of the Bentley's premium unleaded fuel for its larger output.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Bentley Flying Spur	BMW M8 Gran Coupe
Length	209.3"	200.9"
Width	78.3"	76.5"
Height	58.0"	55.9"
Wheelbase	125.8"	119.2"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Bentley	BMW
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	—
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	—
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	—
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	—
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Headlight Washers	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Power Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	2
Rear Power Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	—	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Brake Drying	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Front Fixed Headrests	—	✓
Rear Integrated Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Bentley	BMW
Base Engine Displacement	4.0 L	4.4 L
Number of Cylinders	V8	V8
Base Engine Type	plug-in hybrid	gas
Horsepower	771 hp	617 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque	738 lb-ft	553 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm
Number of Valves	32	32
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Bentley	BMW
Transmission Type	8-speed automated manual	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Center Differential Type	Limited Slip	—
[object Object]	—	✓
[object Object]	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Bentley	BMW
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	17/22 MPG	15/22 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	19 MPG	17 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	357.0/462.0 mi.	301.5/442.2 mi.
EPA Efficiency (City/Highway MPGe)	49/57 MPGe	—
EPA Efficiency (Combined MPGe)	46 MPGe	—
EPA Electric Driving Range	30 mi.	—
EPA Energy Consumption (kWh/100 mi)	64	—
Charging Time (240V)	3.0 hr.	—
Fuel Tank Capacity	21.0 gal.	20.1 gal.
DC Fast Charging Port Type	SAE J1772	—

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Bentley	BMW
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	—
Side View Camera	✓	—
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	—
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	—
Automatic Parking Assist	✓	—
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	—
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Steering Wheel Material	Leather and Simulated Suede	—
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Four Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Cruise Control	—	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Bentley	BMW
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	650W	464W
Speaker System	10	16
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Memory Card Slot	✓	—
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Premium Speaker Brand	—	Harman/Kardon
Surround Audio	—	Discrete
Android Auto (Wired)	—	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	12 months

Power Feature

Feature	Bentley	BMW
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Bentley	BMW
Front Head Room	39.2 in.	40.6 in.
Front Leg Room	45.2 in.	42.1 in.
Seat Material: Premium Leather/Sueded Microfiber	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	2
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	2	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Driver Seat Ventilation	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Ventilation	✓	✓
Seat Massage Function	✓	—
Front Shoulder Room	—	57.2 in.
Seat Material: Premium Leather	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Sport	—	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	—	12-way
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Bentley	BMW
Rear Head Room	38.7 in.	37.1 in.
Rear Leg Room	42.3 in.	36.6 in.
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	—
Rear Seat Ventilation	✓	—
Rear Shoulder Room	—	54.6 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	—	✓
Folding Rear Seat Feature	—	✓
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Bentley	BMW
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Diameter	22 in	—
Tire Size	N/A	285/35R Y
Wheel Size	—	20 x 10.5 in.
Tire Type	—	Performance

Suspension

Feature	Bentley	BMW
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Bentley	BMW
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	3 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	3 yr./ unlimited mi.	—
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	3 yr./ unlimited mi.	12 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	3 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	3 yr./ 36000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Bentley Flying Spur and 2025 BMW M8 Gran Coupe.

How much more powerful is the Bentley Flying Spur than the M8 Gran Coupe?

The 2025 Bentley Flying Spur features a staggering 771 hp, making it 154 hp more potent than the 2025 BMW M8 Gran Coupe, which produces 617 hp.

Does the Bentley Flying Spur offer any efficiency advantages over the M8?

Yes, the Bentley has a slight edge in pure fuel economy with a combined 19 MPG compared to the M8's 17 MPG, plus it incorporates a 30-mile electric range, a feature the BMW lacks.

What is the main financial difference between these two luxury sedans?

The difference in starting Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) is substantial; the Bentley costs $272,300 while the BMW undercuts it significantly at $140,000.

Which car is physically larger?

The Bentley Flying Spur is the physically larger vehicle, measuring 209.3 inches in length, 78.3 inches in width, and 58.0 inches in height, towering over the M8's dimensions.

Are the transmissions functionally different?

Yes, the Bentley utilizes an 8-speed automated manual transmission optimized for quick, precise shifts, whereas the BMW employs a traditional 8-speed shiftable automatic geared towards smooth performance integration.