2022 BMW 8 Series
2022 BMW 8 Series





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Total MSRP | $95,395 |
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Edmunds suggests you pay | $94,916 |
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2022 BMW 8 Series Convertible Review

byDan Frio
Reviews Editor
Dan spent many years covering the go-fast, look-good, get-loud corners of the automotive universe. First, he served as editor of enthusiast magazines AutoSound and Honda Tuning, then as executive editor at SEMA News, the publishing arm of the trade group that produces the annual SEMA Show (yes, that show).Pros
- Both available engines offer ample performance
- Comfortable for long-distance cruising
- More cargo room than you might expect
- Luxurious and refined interior
Cons
- Rear seats aren't of much use
- Swoopy styling reduces outward visibility
- Getting advanced driver assist tech requires two packages
What's new
- M Sport package now standard on 840i coupe and convertible
- Part of the second 8 Series generation introduced for 2019
In an era where "grand touring" means living vicariously through nomadic YouTubers, the BMW 8 Series reminds us that drivers once took to the open highway in luxuriously large coupes with powerful engines. The 8 Series might conjure up a nostalgic idea, but it's one of the best modern grand-touring cars around. Available as a coupe or convertible, with a stout six-cylinder engine or prodigious twin-turbo V8, the 8 Series is plush, fast and built for hours of comfortable driving.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2022 BMW 8 Series M850i xDrive 2dr Coupe AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.62 per gallon for premium unleaded in Virginia.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia
$280/mo
8 Series M850i xDrive
vs
$204/mo
Avg. Midsize Car
For 2022, last year's optional M Sport package now comes standard. It includes black exterior trim, upgraded brakes, and sport seats with enhanced bolsters and shape. Nineteen-inch wheels are also now standard issue. The 8 Series isn't cheap, of course. A handful of worthy rivals cost about the same, including the Porsche 911, which offers sharper handling but a less decadent interior. The Lexus LC 500 and Jaguar F-Type also merit a look for anyone considering the big BMW. Read on for our Expert Rating and a deeper dive into today's 8 Series.
Edmunds Expert Rating
Our VerdictThe Edmunds Vehicle Testing Team evaluates a fresh batch of vehicles every week, pairing objective assessments at our test track with real-world driving on city streets, freeways and winding roads. The data we gather results in our Expert Ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover every aspect of the automotive experience.
7.9 /10
The 8 Series convertible excels at long highway journeys. It has a well-constructed interior and a sublimely comfortable ride. It'll entertain you on a curvy back road, and keep up with the competition when you leave a set of stoplights, but this Bimmer simply excels at long-distance comfort.
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Performance
7.5/10
How does the 8 Series drive? The 840i with the base six-cylinder engine has more than adequate power, and the eight-speed automatic transmission delivers smooth, lightning-fast shifts. At our test track, our 840i convertible test car accelerated from 0 to 60 mph in a quick 4.8 seconds. Dynamic back-road driving from this big grand tourer is impressive too, with relatively flat cornering and impressive braking performance.
There are a few drawbacks to the base 8 Series convertible, including heavy but vague steering, poor throttle calibration at slow speeds, and a lack of braking feel. Those are small gripes when you consider the car's overall aptitude.
There are a few drawbacks to the base 8 Series convertible, including heavy but vague steering, poor throttle calibration at slow speeds, and a lack of braking feel. Those are small gripes when you consider the car's overall aptitude.
Comfort
9.0/10
How comfortable is the 8 Series? Ride quality in the 840i is excellent. The adaptive suspension soaks up almost all road imperfections. It's still smooth sailing even in Sport mode. Combine that with one of the quietest cabins in its class, and you've got a car that begs to be taken on a long road trip. The front seats are very comfortable for hours on end. The rear seats are a bit less comfortable, but they're adequate for small children, which is expected in this class.
The buttons for the climate control are a bit confusing at first, but the air conditioning and heated seats work well. The seat ventilation feature, on the other hand, doesn't provide much cooling effect.
The buttons for the climate control are a bit confusing at first, but the air conditioning and heated seats work well. The seat ventilation feature, on the other hand, doesn't provide much cooling effect.
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2022 BMW 8 Series pricing
in Ashburn, VA
840i
3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A
Edmunds suggests you pay$94,916

840i xDrive
3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A
Edmunds suggests you pay$97,594

M850i xDrive
4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A
Edmunds suggests you pay$109,982
Interior
8.0/10
How’s the interior? The cabin's look and feel are impressive. The primary controls are well placed and require little attention to operate. But there's little room in the back for anyone other than small children. The seats are essentially two nicely upholstered luggage buckets.
The front seats are highly adjustable, so there's no issue finding an ideal position. Visibility is slightly compromised due to the thick pillars and lack of visual references, but the standard blind-spot monitoring and surround-view camera system help. Overall, none of these drawbacks are unusual for this class.
The front seats are highly adjustable, so there's no issue finding an ideal position. Visibility is slightly compromised due to the thick pillars and lack of visual references, but the standard blind-spot monitoring and surround-view camera system help. Overall, none of these drawbacks are unusual for this class.
Technology
8.0/10
How’s the tech? The standard audio system is powerful and clear enough that you don't need to bother with the optional (and pricey) Bowers & Wilkins upgrade. But if you're willing to shell out the extra cash, it does provide excellent sound quality, even with the top down. The infotainment system features a crisp, responsive screen and easy-to-navigate menus. Alternatively, you can use voice controls if you don't want to fiddle with the iDrive controller. The system is quite accurate, but because it is cloud-based, it can be slow to respond. All of the 8 Series' advanced driving aids work well.
Storage
7.0/10
How’s the storage? It can be tough to criticize the trunk space in a convertible, but the 840i is neither small nor inexpensive. As such, we expected a bit more efficient use of space. With the top up, the trunk has a decent capacity of 12.4 cubic feet. That puts it well ahead of the 911 Cabriolet and the Lexus LC 500 convertible.
But all that capacity vanishes if you'd like to put the top down as you need to deploy a trunk divider, which essentially leaves space for two half-full grocery bags. The rear seats do fold for longer items — assuming the top is up — but the opening is quite narrow.
It's much better on the inside, where both front passengers will find ample room for their personal effects, especially in the long, padded door pockets. The rear seats do have anchors for car seats, but they're better used for holding bags and jackets.
But all that capacity vanishes if you'd like to put the top down as you need to deploy a trunk divider, which essentially leaves space for two half-full grocery bags. The rear seats do fold for longer items — assuming the top is up — but the opening is quite narrow.
It's much better on the inside, where both front passengers will find ample room for their personal effects, especially in the long, padded door pockets. The rear seats do have anchors for car seats, but they're better used for holding bags and jackets.
Fuel Economy
7.5/10
How’s the fuel economy? The 840i convertible gets an EPA fuel economy estimate of 24 mpg combined (22 city/29 highway), which is a bit higher than most rivals. Our test car got 23.4 mpg on our highway-heavy 115-mile evaluation route. That's a bit disappointing considering the bias toward highway driving.
Value
8.0/10
Is the 8 Series a good value? You're bound to have high expectations when you're shopping for a six-figure convertible, and the 840i delivers. It has premium build quality, along with excellent interior materials. We would avoid the optional glass controls and a few other packages, though, to keep the cost down.
BMW's four-year/50,000-mile basic warranty is average for the class. Three years of free maintenance is a bit less common, however, and it helps the 8 Series' score here.
BMW's four-year/50,000-mile basic warranty is average for the class. Three years of free maintenance is a bit less common, however, and it helps the 8 Series' score here.
Wildcard
8.0/10
At its heart, the 8 Series convertible is a road-trip kind of vehicle. It's quiet as a mouse on the highway and comfortable over any surface. And when the roads get twisty, you can still have quite a bit of fun behind the wheel. This convertible also has plenty of get-up-and-go. Looks are subjective, but the 8 Series feels pretty stately whether you're staring at it in a parking spot or cruising down the coast.
Which 8 Series does Edmunds recommend?
Give us a base trim 840i and we'd be happy. It's got all the style and long-distance comfort we need in a big coupe cruiser. But the twin-turbo V8 in the M850i is sublime and adds a level of authoritative power and personality that makes the higher price worth it. We'd also add the Driver Assistance and Driver Assistance Professional packages for the enhanced driver assist features.
BMW 8 Series models
The 2022 BMW 8 Series comes in either coupe or convertible body styles in three trims: 840i, 840i xDrive and M850i xDrive. (There's also a four-door 8 Series Gran Coupe, reviewed separately.)
The 840i models use a turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine (335 horsepower, 368 lb-ft of torque). The standard 840i is rear-wheel-drive, while the 840i xDrive is all-wheel-drive. The M850i xDrive, also all-wheel-drive, uses a turbocharged 4.4-liter V8 (523 hp, 553 lb-ft). An eight-speed automatic is standard on all trims.
840i
Comes well equipped with features such as:
- 19-inch wheels
- Adaptive suspension
- M Sport differential (can enhance traction during acceleration)
- High-performance brakes
- Adaptive LED headlights
- Power trunk
- Soft-close doors (catch as they're being closed and gently pull shut)
- Power-adjustable, heated front sport seats
- Heated sport steering wheel and armrests
- Leather upholstery
- Multi-color ambient cabin lighting
Standard technology features and driver aids include:
- Head-up display (displays important information in your sight line on the windshield)
- 16-speaker Harman Kardon surround-sound system
- 10.25-inch touchscreen with navigation
- Wireless device charging pad
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility
- Digital instrument display
- Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane)
- Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
The 840i xDrive comes standard with the above equipment but adds all-wheel drive and all-wheel steering (optional on the 840i), and convertibles come equipped with a folding fabric top.
M850i xDrive
Besides the more powerful V8 engine, additional features include:
- 20-inch wheels
- Sport-tuned transmission
- Adaptive sport suspension
- Active roll stabilization
- Increased top speed limiter
- Ventilated front seats
There are two option packages available for all trims, and a performance upgrade package for the M850i xDrive.
- Driving Assistance package
- Blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert (warns you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse)
- Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the 8 Series and its surroundings for tight parking situations)
- Parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible in front of or behind the vehicle when parking)
- Automated parking system (steers into a parking spot with little or no driver intervention)
- Driving Assistance Professional package
- Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the BMW and the car in front)
- Lane keeping system (makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane)
- Front cross-traffic alert
- Cooling and High Performance Tire package (M850i only)
- 20-inch wheels
- High-performance tires
- Upgraded engine cooling system
There are a handful of stand-alone options for the 840i, including ventilated front seats, rear-wheel steering, a Bowers & Wilkins premium audio system, various wood and metal interior accents, a gear selector and select controls in faceted glass, and different 19- and 20-inch wheel designs. The same options are available for the M850i (some are standard features), as well as a carbon-fiber roof and carbon-fiber exterior trim.

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5/5 stars, Luxury rocket
Michael,
840i 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
Great droptop that still feels like you got some car under you
5/5 stars, What a car!
Glenn,
M850i xDrive 2dr Convertible AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)
This is the most complete, beautiful car I've ever driven. Powerful, quiet, attractive, and well-appointed.
4/5 stars, The best BMW I've owned
JoeHint,
840i xDrive 2dr Coupe AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
Over the last 20 years I've owned several five and seven series BMWs and none of them compares to the handling, style and precision of the 8 series.
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MARK TAKAHASHI: Here at Edmunds, we put an emphasis on objective data and testing to determine where a vehicle places in its class. But let's face it, cars are an emotional purchase for a lot of shoppers, and appearances do indeed matter. I mean, there aren't any second generation Pontiac Aztecs out there, right? In this video, I'll be going over what I personally consider the most recent and notable redesigns. Some are hot. Some are not.
These are my opinions, based on my history in design and automotive, so I know there will be some disagreements. Let us know what you think in the comments below. But let's keep it civil, shall we? Before we jump into the design, do me a favor. Hit Like and Subscribe below, and head over to edmunds.com/sellmycar to get a cash offer on your vehicle.
First up, the BMW 8 Series. The original 8 Series ran throughout the '90s, and yes, I freaking love them. The classic proportions with fresh styling made this coupe stand out from anything else. And I coveted these, even if they didn't have a V12. The pressure was definitely on for the 2019 revival, and I think they absolutely nailed it.
Now, looking at the side profile here, it's got this beautiful, long hood and short, little stubby tail, suggesting forward motion and more power than a normal hood can contain. The widened BMW kidney grilles here blend well into the headlights for a cohesive face. And the many surface embellishments managed to both slim down the body and add some visual weight wherever it's needed.
Now, you can see here, with all these surface treatments, how some of these outward curves, these convex curves, catch the light and reflection. Meanwhile, further down on the bottom here, you get these kickouts that cast some shadow and add some weight. It's a trick that car designers have been using ever since cars were invented.
It's a sexy coupe with the presence of its predecessor without being beholden to it. This isn't some retro revival. It's a logical continuation just two decades later. While I appreciate that the BMW 8 Series got away from the retro side and is its own thing, this next one is firmly in the retro revival camp. But keeping a foot in the past didn't compromise on modern sensibilities.
The Ford Bronco is one of my favorite redesigns in the last few decades. And I'm talking the big Bronco, not the Sport. Let's just pretend that doesn't exist for now, OK? At first glance, the Bronco looks like a pretty blatant copy of the original. And I'm usually opposed to that. The thing is, these styling cues serve a legitimate purpose. And to me, that's just smart design.
For example, the little peak that runs from the front to the rear, right here on the fender, gives the driver a visual indicator of where the corners are. And that's vital when you're navigating really tricky terrain. Then there's the modular construction that allows you to quickly remove or replace body panels and fenders. It allows owners to easily customize their Bronco to their heart's content, even down to the retro-themed grille. We have a Bronco on order for our long-term fleet, and I can't wait to spend some more time with it and come up with some cool customization ideas.
Our next redesign is also retro-inspired, but it doesn't take it nearly as far as the Bronco. The Land Rover Defender certainly keeps some styling cues from the original boxy Defender, but it gives a more modern look with rounded over corners and a lot more tech. Like the Bronco, the Defender's footprint is largely dictated by its off-road purpose, these short overhangs and elevated ride height, especially.
The flat slab sides of the original Defender are represented by the vast expanses of sheet metal but are broken up by these blended fenders. Now, in pictures, these fenders might seem a little too soft for a rugged offroader like this. But in person, I assure you, it looks appropriate. Up front, the grille retains hints of the old Defender, with its upright and rectangular grille, with a suggestion of these upright push bars, too.
I also like the cut-off headlights that add a little bit of sinister look and aggression. It's almost like those aftermarket Wrangler headlight trims or a Dodge Challenger. Further back, I'm still perplexed by this trim panel behind the door. It seems oddly out of place.
I do love these alpine windows that are another nod to the past. If it we're up to me, I'd add more prominent tow hooks up front and back, not just to make it look tougher, but also because having those recovery hooks readily available is always helpful when you're in the thick of it. Also I'd stick with a painted steel wheels because steelies are cool.
The Kia K5 is a clean sheet redesign with no previous design language that it had to adhere to. Now, some of you may ask, is it a redesign then? Sure, because I count it as the successor to the Optima, which I also liked on a design level. Compared to other family sedans in the class, it stands out, with its aggressive appearance, where rivals tend to be a lot more vanilla.
In the main review of the K5, I called it Charger-like, and here's what I meant. The K5 is way more sporty and aggressive than something like a Honda Accord or Toyota Camry. That aggression is compounded by the thin grille that cuts off the top of the headlights for more sinister stare, just like the Defender and Challenger. I'd consider a simpler accent-like shape than the zigzag, but it is distinctive at night.
Then there's the fastback roofline. A lot of sedans adopted the coupe-like roofline with mixed results. But I feel like the K5's lends it a more sporty silhouette, a lot like the Stinger. I mean, you can see how it just gracefully arcs from back to front like that. And at the same time, it lengthens the car visually, at least, and gives it a lot more presence. Even though these sedans aren't as popular these days, this is quite the looker. There's a reason it was named Edmunds Top Rated Sedan of 2020.
Looking quite a bit further in the future, we have the Volkswagen ID. Buzz, the spiritual successor to the iconic VW Microbus. The simple, rounded shape drives that point home, as does a striking, two-tone paint scheme. This is one of those design projects that seems pretty easy, since the original was so elemental.
But I'm also sure that there was a lot of ways they could have messed it up. I maybe would have added some alpine windows here to give it more of a connection to that '23 window bus. But overall, I think it honors the old while embracing the new. I think the VW ID. Buzz has the charm and potential to appeal to both boomers and Gen Z-ers.
And now, onto some redesigns I'm not so hot on. I mean, to me, these are almost like botched plastic surgery [COUGHS] Mickey Rourke. If you ask me, the new Subaru BRZ and Toyota GR86 have lost something in the last restyle. Some of the sharp body creases and subtle design flourishes have disappeared. The more rounded nose seems less sport to me. And overall, it looks a little heavy.
I see hints of the Ferrari 612 Scaglietti in the front end, which would be a compliment if I like the Scaglietti. But I don't. Look at the front. It's kind of puffy, right, almost like a squirrel with nuts stuffed in his cheeks, or maybe it's retaining water.
In any case, I don't think it's an improvement over the first generation. Then there's the back end. It's a little disjointed for my taste. And those tail lights look like they've been pilfered off of an old Acura. But hey, at least they got rid of the fake vents.
When Nissan announced a new Z, I was hoping for something significantly different from the last generation, especially since that old model had been kicking around for more than a decade. Instead, we got something with a silhouette that looks eerily similar to the previous generation, with some retro-styling cues that seemed forced.
Let's start with the grille. I know they're paying homage to the previous generations rectangular grille, but there's some weirdness going on. I mean, first, I think it's just way too big. And it's further accentuated by this weird split level, where you have a grille shape followed by just some slats and a forward radar underneath. It's just not very graceful.
The original Z had a lot more grace, with its narrower grille that was framed better with the headlights. I do like how they blacked out this roof pillar here that gives it a wrap-around windshield look. Then there are the tail lights that seem as though they belong on another car. They just don't blend well with the rest of the car.
And this gloss, black surround does it no favors. Yeah, so for me, Zed's dead, baby.
BUTCH: Zed's dead.
MARK TAKAHASHI: A new Mercedes-Benz SL is also on the way. But this time around, it's the Mercedes-AMG SL. No surprise then, that the front end looks like the AMG GT, which is one of my favorite sports cars. And I'm sure I'd be fine with that if there were a more traditional SL that wasn't AMG'd. To me, the SL should be more refined, more classy. The whole thing seems too similar to the AMG GT.
And yeah, I'm going to sound like old man Takahashi here. But it looks too racy for a gentleman's drop top-- or ladies-- I'm not discriminating here. It could be as easy as swapping out the AMG grille for something that aligns more with the non-AMG Mercedes. Now further back, the deck lid tapers down a little bit too much for me, making it look a little weak and maybe a little bit too bulbous, almost like a Porsche 928 or something.
And now for the next big thing in EVs-- and I do mean big. I'd have to say that this Hummer could stand to lay off the carbs for a little bit. The styling almost makes it seem bigger, with huge, chunky elements that suggest it was carved from a solid block. Up front, the grille has some hints of past Hummers. But to me, it looks more at home on the Jeep Grand Wagoneer.
Below that, the blacked out lower portion creates the illusion that it's riding even higher than it already is. Now, I do like it in some ways, probably because it looks like it belongs in that cyberpunk video game. But the scale and heaviness really make me think that it's trying just too hard to compensate for an owner's shortcomings.
Oh, and you knew this was coming. And it proves that I'm not loyal to any one brand. In direct contrast to the BMW 8 Series, the BMW M3 is shamelessly ugly up front. That grille, why? Is it going for the big, nostril look like the pigs in Angry Birds? [OINKS] Squeal, piggy, piggy, piggy, piggy.
[PIG OINKS]
It looks like robot butt cheeks.
Even worse, it seems to be spreading. You can see an even worse execution on BMW's new EVs, the i4 and iX. That's really too bad because the rest of the car looks good. Ignoring that grille, if you can for a second, it has all of this great, sharp styling and these sharp creases on the body that really break up some of the monotony of the body. And it just has that traditional M3 stance that looks like it will just tear up any racetrack. So yeah, everything but the face.
So that's my list for the most notable, recent redesigns. Let me know what you think in the comments below. I know you're not going to agree with everything I say, but there's got to be some nugget of truth to this, right? Thanks for watching, and head over to edmunds.com/sellmycar to get a cash offer on your vehicle and also check out all the latest news, reviews, and information on any of these cars and their competition.
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2022 BMW 8 Series Convertible Features & Specs
- Total MSRP
- $95,395
- MPG & Fuel
- 22 City / 29 Hwy / 25 Combined
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 18.0 gal. capacity
- Seating
- 4 seats
- Drivetrain
- Type: rear wheel drive
- Transmission: 8-speed shiftable automatic
- Engine
- Inline 6 cylinder
- Horsepower: 335 hp @ 5000 rpm
- Torque: 368 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm
- Basic Warranty
- 4 yr./ 50000 mi.
- Dimensions
- Length: 191.1 in. / Height: 52.7 in.
- Overall Width with Mirrors: 84.1 in.
- Overall Width without Mirrors: 74.9 in.
- Curb Weight: 4211 lbs.
- Cargo Capacity, All Seats In Place: 12.4 cu.ft.

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Safety
Our experts’ favorite 8 Series safety features:
- Frontal Collision Warning
- Alerts you if a front collision is imminent. The system applies the brakes if you don't respond in time.
- Lane Departure Warning
- Alerts you if the vehicle begins to wander out of its marked lanes.
- Active Guard
- Detects an imminent collision and then pre-tensions seat belts, closes the windows, and keeps the brakes applied to prevent a secondary collision.
BMW 8 Series vs. the competition

2022 BMW 8 Series

2021 Porsche 911
BMW 8 Series vs. Porsche 911
The Porsche 911 is the benchmark for nearly all sports cars and grand-touring cars. That's because it's so adept not only at handling and speed but also long-distance comfort. You can drive the 911 at a racetrack all day and still enjoy several hours of a smooth ride home. The Porsche is more performance-focused and offers more opportunity to customize your car, while the 8 Series focuses more on a softer ride and a roomier, luxury interior.
BMW 8 Series vs. Jaguar F-Type
Look past the lack of rear seats and the Jaguar F-Type does a fair impression of a grand-touring car. It's available as a coupe or convertible and offers rear- or all-wheel drive. The brash supercharged V8 is particularly visceral and emotive, and the car's elegant lines are precisely what you'd expect from Jaguar's storied design ethos. Still, the 8 Series is more sophisticated in both tech and performance.
BMW 8 Series vs. Lexus LC 500
The Lexus LC 500 might seem like a left-field choice, but only until you drive one. Like the BMW, it's not an outright sports car. Its handling response is slow and a bit dull, but the V8 engine is smooth, powerful and satisfying when pointed down a stretch of straight open road. The LC 500 is a stylish combination of luxury and performance, yet the 8 Series has more cargo space, more intuitive tech and a roomier interior.
FAQ
Is the BMW 8 Series a good car?
The Edmunds experts tested the 2022 8 Series both on the road and at the track, giving it a 7.9 out of 10. What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the 8 Series has 12.4 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a BMW 8 Series. Learn more
What's new in the 2022 BMW 8 Series?
According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2022 BMW 8 Series:
- M Sport package now standard on 840i coupe and convertible
- Part of the second 8 Series generation introduced for 2019
Is the BMW 8 Series reliable?
To determine whether the BMW 8 Series is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the 8 Series. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the 8 Series's average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more
Is the 2022 BMW 8 Series a good car?
There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2022 BMW 8 Series is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2022 8 Series and gave it a 7.9 out of 10. Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2022 8 Series is a good car for you. Learn more
How much should I pay for a 2022 BMW 8 Series?
The least-expensive 2022 BMW 8 Series is the 2022 BMW 8 Series 840i 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $94,400.
Other versions include:
- 840i 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $94,400
- 840i xDrive 2dr Convertible AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $97,300
- M850i xDrive 2dr Convertible AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $109,400
What are the different models of BMW 8 Series?
If you're interested in the BMW 8 Series, the next question is, which 8 Series model is right for you? 8 Series variants include 840i 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A), 840i xDrive 2dr Convertible AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A), and M850i xDrive 2dr Convertible AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A). For a full list of 8 Series models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more
More about the 2022 BMW 8 Series
2022 BMW 8 Series Overview
The 2022 BMW 8 Series is offered in the following submodels: 8 Series M850i xDrive, 8 Series Coupe, 8 Series Convertible. Available styles include M850i xDrive 2dr Coupe AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A), 840i 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A), 840i 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A), 840i xDrive 2dr Convertible AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A), M850i xDrive 2dr Convertible AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A), and 840i xDrive 2dr Coupe AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A). BMW 8 Series models are available with a 4.4 L-liter gas engine or a 3.0 L-liter gas engine, with output up to 523 hp, depending on engine type. The 2022 BMW 8 Series comes with all wheel drive, and rear wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic. The 2022 BMW 8 Series comes with a 4 yr./ 50000 mi. basic warranty, a 4 yr./ unlimited mi. roadside warranty, and a 4 yr./ 50000 mi. powertrain warranty.
What do people think of the 2022 BMW 8 Series?
Consumer ratings and reviews are also available for the 2022 BMW 8 Series and all its trim types. Overall, Edmunds users rate the 2022 8 Series 4.7 on a scale of 1 to 5 stars. Edmunds consumer reviews allow users to sift through aggregated consumer reviews to understand what other drivers are saying about any vehicle in our database. Detailed rating breakdowns (including performance, comfort, value, interior, exterior design, build quality, and reliability) are available as well to provide shoppers with a comprehensive understanding of why customers like the 2022 8 Series.
Pros
- Both available engines offer ample performance
- Comfortable for long-distance cruising
- More cargo room than you might expect
- Luxurious and refined interior
Cons
- Rear seats aren't of much use
- Swoopy styling reduces outward visibility
- Getting advanced driver assist tech requires two packages
Edmunds Expert Reviews
Edmunds experts have compiled a robust series of ratings and reviews for the 2022 BMW 8 Series and all model years in our database. Our rich content includes expert reviews and recommendations for the 2022 8 Series featuring deep dives into trim levels and features, performance, mpg, safety, interior, and driving. Edmunds also offers expert ratings, road test and performance data, long-term road tests, first-drive reviews, video reviews and more.
Our Review Process
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What's a good price for a New 2022 BMW 8 Series?
2022 BMW 8 Series 840i 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
The 2022 BMW 8 Series 840i 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $95,395. The average price paid for a new 2022 BMW 8 Series 840i 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) is trending $479 below the manufacturer’s MSRP.
Edmunds members save an average of $479 by getting upfront special offers. The estimated special offer price in your area is $94,916.
The average savings for the 2022 BMW 8 Series 840i 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) is 0.5% below the MSRP.
2022 BMW 8 Series 840i xDrive 2dr Convertible AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
The 2022 BMW 8 Series 840i xDrive 2dr Convertible AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $98,295. The average price paid for a new 2022 BMW 8 Series 840i xDrive 2dr Convertible AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) is trending $701 below the manufacturer’s MSRP.
Edmunds members save an average of $701 by getting upfront special offers. The estimated special offer price in your area is $97,594.
The average savings for the 2022 BMW 8 Series 840i xDrive 2dr Convertible AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) is 0.7% below the MSRP.
2022 BMW 8 Series M850i xDrive 2dr Convertible AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)
The 2022 BMW 8 Series M850i xDrive 2dr Convertible AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $110,395. The average price paid for a new 2022 BMW 8 Series M850i xDrive 2dr Convertible AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A) is trending $413 below the manufacturer’s MSRP.
Edmunds members save an average of $413 by getting upfront special offers. The estimated special offer price in your area is $109,982.
The average savings for the 2022 BMW 8 Series M850i xDrive 2dr Convertible AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A) is 0.4% below the MSRP.
Which 2022 BMW 8 Serieses are available in my area?
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What is the MPG of a 2022 BMW 8 Series?
2022 BMW 8 Series M850i xDrive 2dr Coupe AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A), 8-speed shiftable automatic, premium unleaded (required)
20 MPG compined MPG,
17 city MPG/25 highway MPG
2022 BMW 8 Series 840i 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A), 8-speed shiftable automatic, premium unleaded (recommended)
25 MPG compined MPG,
22 city MPG/29 highway MPG
2022 BMW 8 Series 840i 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A), 8-speed shiftable automatic, premium unleaded (recommended)
25 MPG compined MPG,
23 city MPG/30 highway MPG
EPA Est. MPG | 20 |
Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Drive Train | all wheel drive |
Displacement | 4.4 L |
Passenger Volume | N/A |
Wheelbase | 111.1 in. |
Length | 191.2 in. |
Width | N/A |
Height | 53.0 in. |
Curb Weight | 4478 lbs. |
Should I lease or buy a 2022 BMW 8 Series?
Is it better to lease or buy a car? Ask most people and they'll probably tell you that car buying is the way to go. And from a financial perspective, it's true, provided you're willing to make higher monthly payments, pay off the loan in full and keep the car for a few years. Leasing, on the other hand, can be a less expensive option on a month-to-month basis. It's also good if you're someone who likes to drive a new car every three years or so.
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