2024 BMW 8 Series Coupe

Price Range: $90,800 - $106,300 ^{Price range reflects Base MSRP for various trim levels, not including options or fees.}

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Among luxury sport coupes, choices tend to focus on comfort or performance. The BMW 8 Series is remarkable for its ability to deliver both in abundance. On top of that, the interior is elegantly modern and offers plenty of new technology features. Choosing between it and the venerable Porsche 911 will be tough.

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2024 BMW 8 Series Coupe Review

byMark Takahashi^{Correspondent
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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

The BMW 8 Series returns with no significant changes for 2024
Part of the second 8 Series generation introduced for 2019

Overview

The BMW 8 Series coupe first debuted in 1990 and ran until 1999. Some 20 years later, it was revived with a second generation, replacing the sleek 6 Series as BMW's largest coupe, supported by the smaller 4 Series and 2 Series. As with its predecessor and the 6 Series, this 8 Series isn't an all-out sports car. Rather, it's a touring coupe or convertible with an abundance of performance. That means it's easy to live with, yet it's exciting enough for enthusiastic drivers.

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2024 BMW 8 Series 840i 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 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 $4.45 per gallon for premium unleaded in Ohio.}

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Edmunds spotlight: Comfort and performance

As a touring coupe or convertible, the BMW 8 Series is an excellent road trip vehicle for two sophisticated travelers. The ride quality is smooth yet provides the driver with a feeling of connectedness to the car and road. The well-shaped seats and quiet cabin further reduce long-distance fatigue. At the same time, the 8 Series is an entertaining companion on a curvy mountain road thanks to the adaptive suspension that can be firmed up to further sharpen handling. Power is more than adequate with the base 840i, but those with an appetite for performance would do well to look into the V8-powered M850i or the top-performing M8, which is reviewed separately.

Competitors to consider

The 2024 BMW 8 Series can go toe-to-toe with the best sport touring cars out there, as pointed out in our Expert Rating below. That includes the iconic Porsche 911 that is always evolving and offers an extraordinarily deep roster of models. New this year is the Mercedes-Benz CLE, which replaces the C-Class and E-Class coupes and convertibles. While the CLE is not as sporty as the 8 Series or the Porsche, favoring luxury and refinement over performance, future Mercedes-AMG models should be competitive. Further off to the luxury side is the shapely Lexus LC 500.

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8.0

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Performance

8.5/10

How does the 8 Series drive? We have high expectations for this segment when it comes to performance, and the 8 Series meets or exceeds them. We tested the M850i coupe at our test track and it ripped from 0 to 60 mph in 3.6 seconds. That's quicker than sportier cars such as the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT C.

The brakes are touchy at low speeds, so you'll occasionally make an inelegant stop. Otherwise, the 8 Series is extraordinarily easy to drive, from the everyday commute to its high limits. Standard all-wheel drive, controlled body roll, and accurate, responsive steering encourage you to drive harder.

Comfort

9.0/10

How comfortable is the 8 Series? The 8 Series gets all the high marks expected of a fine luxury sport coupe. Adaptive dampers work wonders to absorb bumps and ruts for a better ride than rivals offer. The front seats are well shaped for hours of relaxed touring, though the aggressive side bolsters — while adjustable — can be confining. Wind and road noise is impressively silenced, yet you can still hear just enough of the burly V8 to be inspired.

What's most impressive is that the 8 Series is somehow this comfortable without diluting its superb overall performance. The customary sacrifices with respect to ride quality and noise are blissfully absent.

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Interior

7.5/10

How’s the interior? The cabin's look and feel are a huge asset. The primary controls are well placed and require little attention to operate, though with practice, some users might prefer the available gesture controls. Thanks to ample shoulder room, you won't bump your passenger as you swipe to change songs. But there's little room in the back. 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 warning and surround-view camera system help. Overall, none of these drawbacks are unusual for this class.

Technology

7.5/10

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. 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 but most are optional.

Storage

8.0/10

How’s the storage? The 8 Series is surprisingly utilitarian. The trunk is massive for the class and can accept surprisingly large, bulky cargo. The liftover height for the trunk is low too. Up front, BMW's designers gave the 8 Series a fair number of spaces for holding personal items. Pockets, bins and cupholders are moderately sized, and the rubberized wireless charging pad ensures your phone will stay put.

Want to use your 8 Series as a family taxi? Little kids in booster seats will be OK, but good luck trying to fit a big child safety seat in the back given the lack of space.

Fuel Economy

7.0/10

How’s the fuel economy? The EPA estimated fuel economy for the M850i at 20 mpg combined at the time of our test — slightly better than average among competing V8 coupes. (The 2024 model gets 19 mpg combined.) Those figures are attainable if you have restraint. Most of our test drivers didn't, and our test M850i ended up posting fill-ups in the low teens.

Value

8.0/10

Is the 8 Series a good value? The 8 Series is remarkably well equipped in its base form, and that's especially true when you compare it to a similarly priced Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupe and Porsche 911 Carrera 4S. In many ways, you get an optimal blend of the Mercedes' opulence and the Porsche's dynamic abilities. Even if you're generous with options, the 8 Series is a relative bargain.

BMW's basic and powertrain warranties are good for four years/50,000 miles, which is standard in the class among German rivals. Complimentary maintenance is offered for three years/36,000 miles, which is increasingly rare in the luxury class.

Wildcard

8.5/10

The 8 Series has the presence and performance to bring a smile to your face whether you're gazing it from afar or wringing it out on a fun road or racetrack. We give it extra points for its ability to satisfy both luxury- and sporty-minded drivers at the touch of a button.

Which 8 Series does Edmunds recommend?

We're confident most drivers will have a surplus of power with the entry-level 840i trim. While we find the M850i inspiring for its V8 burble, we'd suggest genuine performance enthusiasts skip it and step up to the high-performance M8. We also recommend adding the optional Driving Assistance packages for the driver assist features and adaptive cruise control.

BMW 8 Series models

The 2024 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 and high-performance M8, which we review 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 is also all-wheel-drive and 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 (helps improve ride comfort and handling stability)
M Sport differential (can enhance traction during acceleration)
High-performance brakes
Adaptive LED headlights
Power-folding, heated exterior mirrors
Power trunklid
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
Dual-zone climate control
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
Satellite radio
12.3-inch touchscreen with navigation
Wireless device charging pad
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility
Digital instrument display
Remote monitoring and control via a smartphone app
Wi-Fi hotspot
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)
Automatic high-beam headlights

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

Two option packages are available for all trims, and a performance upgrade package is offered for the M850i xDrive.

Driving Assistance package

Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning (alerts 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 warning

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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Great car, because (1) perfect balance of performance, comfort, luxury, looks, usable trunk, fun for a Sunday afternoon drive with the other sports cars, great daily driver, good gas mileage, this is the GT that meets all the tests, and it is very reliable with great MPG, what's not to like! Really, the only think I would change is add a spare tire so I could pass on the run flats, and …

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2024 BMW 8 Series Features Specs

Type:

Coupe

Trim:

840i

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$90,800
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	24 MPG
Cost to Drive	$226/month
Seating	4 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	10 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles

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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 lane.
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.

FAQ

Is the BMW 8 Series a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2024 8 Series both on the road and at the track, giving it a 8.0 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 10 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 2024 BMW 8 Series?

According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2024 BMW 8 Series:

The BMW 8 Series returns with no significant changes for 2024
Part of the second 8 Series generation introduced for 2019

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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 2024 BMW 8 Series a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2024 BMW 8 Series is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2024 8 Series and gave it a 8.0 out of 10. Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2024 8 Series is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2024 BMW 8 Series?

The least-expensive 2024 BMW 8 Series is the 2024 BMW 8 Series 840i 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $90,800.

Other versions include:

840i 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $90,800
840i xDrive 2dr Coupe AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $93,800
M850i xDrive 2dr Coupe AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $106,300