Product Overview
BMW M8 is a series of high performance versions of the G14 (convertible), G15 (coupe), G16 (gran coupe) 8 Series. All variants are powered by 4.4L S63 bi-turbocharged engines and drive all four wheels via an 8-speed automatic transmission.
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Ratings
What we found**
Pros
- Gorgeous performance
- Powerful engine
- Superb infotainment system
Cons
- Nothing in particular
What external reviewers found***
NEX score: 66% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Superb infotainment system
- Impressive handling
- Excellent cabin tech
- Gorgeous interior
Cons
- Lack of legroom and headroom
- Lacklustre infotainment system
- Lack of refinement
- Lacks Android Auto
- Expensive for a midsize sedan
- Uncomfortable soft-top
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Specifications
Variants:
Convertible
M Convertible
M Coupe
M Gran Coupe
MC Convertible
MC Coupe
MC Gran Coupe
Chassis
Suspension | Front
Double wishbone
Suspension | Rear
Multi-link
M CoupeTurning Circle
12.2 m
MC CoupeTurning Circle
12.2 m
M Gran CoupeTurning Circle
12.9 m
MC Gran CoupeTurning Circle
12.9 m
ConvertibleTurning Circle
12.2 m
Dimensions
Ground Clearance
130 mm
M ConvertibleSize | Height
1353 mm
MC ConvertibleSize | Height
1353 mm
M CoupeSize | Height
1362 mm
MC CoupeSize | Height
1362 mm
M Gran CoupeSize | Height
1420 mm
MC Gran CoupeSize | Height
1420 mm
M ConvertibleSize | Length
4867 mm
MC ConvertibleSize | Length
4867 mm
M CoupeSize | Length
4867 mm
MC CoupeSize | Length
4867 mm
M Gran CoupeSize | Length
5098 mm
MC Gran CoupeSize | Length
5098 mm
M ConvertibleSize | Width
1907 mm
MC ConvertibleSize | Width
1907 mm
M CoupeSize | Width
1907 mm
MC CoupeSize | Width
1907 mm
M Gran CoupeSize | Width
1943 mm
MC Gran CoupeSize | Width
1943 mm
M ConvertibleWeight
2010 kg
MC ConvertibleWeight
2010 kg
M CoupeWeight
1885 kg
MC CoupeWeight
1885 kg
M Gran CoupeWeight
1980 kg
MC Gran CoupeWeight
1980 kg
M ConvertibleWheelbase
2827 mm
MC ConvertibleWheelbase
2827 mm
M CoupeWheelbase
2827 mm
MC CoupeWheelbase
2827 mm
M Gran CoupeWheelbase
3027 mm
MC Gran CoupeWheelbase
3027 mm
Performance
M ConvertibleAcceleration | 0 - 100 km/h
3.4 s
MC ConvertibleAcceleration | 0 - 100 km/h
3.3 s
M CoupeAcceleration | 0 - 100 km/h
3.3 s
MC CoupeAcceleration | 0 - 100 km/h
3.3 s
M Gran CoupeAcceleration | 0 - 100 km/h
3.3 s
MC Gran CoupeAcceleration | 0 - 100 km/h
3.2 s
M ConvertibleFuel Economy
10.8 L/100km
MC ConvertibleFuel Economy
10.8 L/100km
M CoupeFuel Economy
10.6 L/100km
MC CoupeFuel Economy
10.6 L/100km
M Gran CoupeFuel Economy
10.7 L/100km
MC Gran CoupeFuel Economy
10.7 L/100km
Powertrain
Engine | Compression Ratio
10:1
Engine | Displacement
4.4 L
M ConvertibleEngine | Power
600hp @ 6000
MC ConvertibleEngine | Power
625hp @6000
M CoupeEngine | Power
600hp @ 6000
MC CoupeEngine | Power
625hp @6000
M Gran CoupeEngine | Power
600hp @ 6000
MC Gran CoupeEngine | Power
625hp @6000
M ConvertibleEngine | Torque
750Nm @ 1800-5600
MC ConvertibleEngine | Torque
750Nm @ 1800-5800
M CoupeEngine | Torque
750Nm @ 1800-5600
MC CoupeEngine | Torque
750Nm @ 1800-5800
M Gran CoupeEngine | Torque
750Nm @ 1800-5600
MC Gran CoupeEngine | Torque
750Nm @ 1800-5800
Engine | Type
S63 V8
Fuel Capacity
68 L
Transmission | Gears
8-speed
Transmission | Type
ZF 8HP automatic
Production
Debut
2019-06-04
Made In
Germany
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3rd-Party Review Videos
External Reviews
autoexpress[1]
Sentiment Score 51%The new BMW M8 Competition is a sports car of vast ability. In simple terms it's the fastest production car BMW has ever produced. It's also one of the brand's most sophisticated models thus far. The engine, though massively potent, feels like it belongs in a refined GT rather than an out-and-out sports car.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Powerful engine
- Impressive acceleration
- Superb infotainment system
Cons
- Lack of refinement
- Somewhat industrial
autoexpress[2]
Sentiment Score 73%The new 8 Series was always intended to be offered as a cabriolet, too, as well as a coupé and four-door Gran Coupé. The standard 8 Series Convertible's design is beefed up with enlarged front intakes, side gills, quad tailpipes at the back and a set of 20-inch forged alloy wheels. The M8 isn't without criticism, the exhaust doesn't quite live up to expectations, for the most part delivering a sensible, rather muted note.
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Pros
- Powerful V8
- Comfortable to drive
- Impressive handling
Cons
- Lacklustre exhaust
- Not the most fun to drive
autoexpress[3]
Sentiment Score 51%The BMW M8 Competition Gran Coupe is the firm's flagship performance car. In the UK it only comes in Competition spec, so the 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 makes a massive 616bhp and 750Nm of torque. Despite the weight the M8 is low, so it's centre of gravity feels it too. There's a great level of grip, but you wouldn't know it through the artificial-feeling dead steering.
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Pros
- Powerful V8
- Comfortable to drive
- Lots of tech
Cons
- Rear-wheel drive isn’t as responsive as rivals
- No Android Auto
carmagazine[4]
Sentiment Score 41%The M8 Competition sits in the awkward middle area of the M range, right beside the oddball M4 convertible and its manual gearbox. It costs around £30,000 more than the discontinued 600bhp M6, but is a less compelling drive than the current M5 Competition which sells for circa-£25 grand less. While it is notably quicker than, say, the Aston Martin DB11 V8, it lacks that special sense of the occasion.
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Pros
- Powerful V8
- Comfortable to drive
- Fantastic infotainment system
Cons
- Lack of finesse on the road
- Uncomfortable soft-top
carwow[5]
Sentiment Score 90%The all-new BMW M8 is more like a T-Rex than a BMW M4. Up close it's larger, visibly heftier and much more intimidating. It's also significantly more powerful and – just like a Mercedes S63 Coupe – has a ravenous appetite. But is it worth the extra cash over the standard 8 Series?
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Pros
- Powerful engine
- Comfortable to drive
Cons
- No Android Auto
- Lacklustre infotainment system
carwow[6]
Sentiment Score 65%The BMW M8 Gran Coupe is a larger, more practical version of the M8 Coupe. It comes with the same 625hp engine, but gets a more practical four-door body with a roomier boot and four seats. Audi and Porsche also provide the same blend of coupe styling with two rows of seats and monumental performance.
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Pros
- Bigger and more practical than the M850i
- Lots of fun to drive
Cons
- Not as practical as the 8 Series Coupe
- Not as comfortable as the M8
cnet[7]
Sentiment Score 74%The M8 Competition has very little chill, and that extends to fuel economy. The EPA rates the car at a paltry 15 miles per gallon city and 21 highway. Safety tech abounds, but you have to pay the piper. BMW's full complement of craftsmanship is on display.
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Pros
- Gorgeous interior
- Comfortable to drive
- Intuitive infotainment system
Cons
- Lack of tech
- No Android Auto
cnet[8]
Sentiment Score 81%The 8 Series Gran Coupe has a fantastic interior, and that's not just exclusive to the M8. Atop the center stack is where you'll find the main, 10.2-inch multimedia display. Apple CarPlay is standard, and can be used wirelessly, which is nice.
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Pros
- Gorgeous interior
- Fantastic infotainment tech
- Comfortable ride
Cons
- Lack of legroom and headroom
- Expensive for a midsize sedan
cnet[9]
Sentiment Score 71%At $130,000 to start, it'll be the cheapest M8 of the bunch. With the top up, the M8 Convertible is perfectly cozy and quiet. But with the top down, it's surprisingly loud. The M8's cabin tech carries over from the rest of the 8 Series range.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Powerful V8 engine
- Excellent cabin tech
- Excellent infotainment system
Cons
- Lacks Android Auto
- No Android Auto
User Reviews
References
1. ^ New BMW M8 2019 review. [autoexpress]. https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/bmw/8-series/108109/new-bmw-m8-2019-review. 2019-10-09. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
2. ^ New BMW M8 Convertible 2020 review. [autoexpress]. https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/bmw/8-series/352033/new-bmw-m8-convertible-2020-review. 2020-04-08. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
3. ^ BMW M8 Competition Gran Coupe 2020 review. [autoexpress]. https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/road-tests/353054/bmw-m8-competition-gran-coupe-2020-review. 2020-08-26. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
4. ^ BMW M8 Competition review: better, not best. [carmagazine]. https://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-reviews/bmw/m8/. 2020-01-13. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
5. ^ BMW M8 Review. [carwow]. https://www.carwow.co.uk/bmw/m8. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
6. ^ BMW M8 Gran Coupe Review. [carwow]. https://www.carwow.co.uk/bmw/m8-gran-coupe. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
7. ^ 2020 BMW M8 Competition review: More than a handful. [cnet]. https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/reviews/2020-bmw-m8-competition-coupe-review/. 2020-04-23. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
8. ^ 2020 BMW M8 Gran Coupe review: Big power, small niche. [cnet]. https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/reviews/2020-bmw-m8-gran-coupe-review/. 2020-04-15. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
9. ^ 2020 BMW M8 first drive review: A heavyweight with finesse. [cnet]. https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/reviews/2020-bmw-m8-preview/. 2019-10-08. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
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