2025 BMW M8

Price Range: $150,000

Both mind-bending speed and transcontinental comfort are hallmarks of the new 2025 BMW M8 convertible. In its 617-horsepower Competition trim, the M8's breadth of abilities never ceases to impress. If only its interior wasn't so cluttered with buttons, and the trunk space wasn't so affected by the convertible top, we'd have a tough time finding any meaningful competition.Read full review

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$139,776

Prices based on sales in VA thru 1/12/26

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Pros

Stunning acceleration
Extra performance capabilities do not impinge on luxury
Wide range of colors and options

Cons

Bigger and heavier than some competitors
Lacks the raw performance feel evident in some rivals
Interior is a little button-heavy

What's new

No significant changes for 2025
Part of the first M8 generation introduced for 2020

Overview

Written by automotive expert Alex Nishimoto

1/22/2026

If the standard 8 Series is too pedestrian for you, BMW has the more extreme M8 variant. Offered in coupe, convertible and four-door Gran Coupe (reviewed separately) body styles, the 2025 BMW M8 is the brand's flagship performance model. As such, it packs a prodigious amount of horsepower and torque, along with BMW's latest and greatest tech features. Sitting at the top of the M lineup means the M8 is also one of BMW's most expensive models.

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Edmunds spotlight: Single-trim lineup

Since 2022, the BMW M8 has been offered exclusively in Competition trim. That package endows every model with 617 horsepower and a host of performance goodies, including an M Sport exhaust system, Track drive mode and performance-oriented adaptive suspension. In our opinion, the decision to only sell the most potent version of the M8 was a good one. In testing, an M8 Competition coupe rocketed from 0 to 60 mph in 3.2 seconds and handled impressively well for a car its size. Despite all this power, it's easy to drive around town and offers exceptional ride comfort.

Competitors to consider

The 2025 BMW M8 competes with other flagship coupes and convertibles, including the Lexus LC, Mercedes-AMG SL and Porsche 911. The LC isn't as quick as the M8 but rivals the BMW in comfort and style. The SL is only available as a drop-top and is smaller than the M8, but the AMG SL 63 trim gives it a run for its money when it comes to performance. Meanwhile, against the Porsche 911, the M8 isn't as nimble around corners but delivers better bang for the buck overall. Check out our test team's Expert Rating below for more on how the M8 stacks up against the competition.

Edmunds Expert Rating

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Driven, tested, rated by automotive expert Kurt Niebuhr

Great

8.1

out of 10

We drove the 2025 BMW M8 on our test track and on real roads. Our Edmunds team conducts rigorous independent vehicle testing, driving 500,000 miles a year.

Performance

9/10

How does the M8 Convertible drive? Acceleration from a standstill beggars belief. We recorded a 0-60 mph time of 3 seconds. That's quick enough to dust off most any non-supercar, let alone most convertibles. It also ripped past the quarter mile in only 11.1 seconds at 123.6 mph. Better yet, the M8 convertible in Competition form can deploy that power all day thanks to its impressive all-wheel-drive system.

But the M8 is anything but high-strung. With plenty of low-end torque, its intelligent transmission tuning all but eliminates unnecessary shifts and provides you with ample and immediate power.

That all-wheel-drive system does what it can to offset the M8 convertible's somewhat portly 4,500-pound curb weight. The BMW delivers neck-stretching grip and loads of confidence through medium- and high-speed bends. We wish the steering delivered more feedback, but that's a common complaint with modern BMWs. We weren't particularly fond of the somewhat grabby feel of the carbon-ceramic brakes since that made it tricky to stop smoothly in city traffic. Performance braking is nonetheless impressive. Our test car stopped from 60 mph in a scant 104 feet, and there was no fade after repeated stops.

Comfort

8.5/10

How comfortable is the M8 Convertible? You can't build a grand-touring convertible without offering high levels of comfort and the ability to sustain them over a day's worth of driving. The M8 convertible does exactly that, offering accommodating yet supportive seats, a well-insulated cabin (especially for a convertible) and an exceptional ride.

A smooth ride quality is one of the hallmarks of the M8 Competition convertible, balancing excellent body control with good impact absorption. Only a slightly soft Comfort setting earns a mild demerit. We're very impressed.

The climate control works well but can be difficult to decipher even if you mainly leave it in Auto mode. Activating seat heating or ventilation requires multiple steps, and we found the ventilation, even at its highest setting, to be marginal. We'd also skip the optional Neck Warmer option since the warm air it blows on your neck all but vanishes at speeds over 30 mph.

Interior

7.5/10

How’s the interior? Getting into the M8 convertible is relatively easy so long as you have room to open the long doors. The car's relatively typical ride height means you don't have to plop down much to get in. And once there, the front passenger will have ample room to stretch out and the driver can dial in a near-perfect seating position. Rear passengers won't fare quite as well, but adults can fit for short rides. That's more than can be said for the back seats in a 911.

Typical for higher-end BMWs, there's a lot going on in the M8 convertible. Buttons abound, whether on the steering wheel, the center console or around the shift lever. Some controls, including BMW iDrive, are immediately familiar, while others, such as the climate control and steering wheel-mounted cruise control settings, require a second glance or, worse, additional selections on the touchscreen.

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Buying Tips for the 2025 BMW M8 for January

The 2025 BMW M8 offers a blend of luxury and performance, and with the right approach, you can negotiate a great deal on this impressive vehicle.

Buyers are paying around 4.6% less than the MSRP on the M8, which translates to a savings of about $6,368.
Military members and recent college grads can enjoy a $1,000 discount.
BMW is offering a special APR as low as 1.99% for up to 60 months, significantly lower than the typical market rates, saving you money over the life of the loan.
There are 38 new BMW M8 vehicles available nationwide, giving you room to negotiate, as they spend a median of 43 days on the lot.
Leasing is an option, with payments starting around $1,889 per month and $6,889 due at signing for a 36-month term with 12,000 miles per year.

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Technology

8/10

How’s the tech? The M8 has an excellent suite of advanced driver aids and a near state-of-the-art virtual voice assistant emulating Mercedes-Benz's popular MBUX system. Both areas still fall a bit short of what Mercedes offers, but they provide convenience when it comes to easing the burden of rush-hour traffic or turning on your seat ventilation without lifting a finger.

The optional Bowers & Wilkins audio system delivers solid sound and feels worth the price, especially with some competitor systems costing twice as much. It's even effective with the top down at highway speeds. The M8 also comes with onboard navigation that's easy to use. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration, both with wireless connectivity, is included.

Storage

6.5/10

How’s the storage? It can be tough to criticize the trunk space in a convertible, but the BMW M8 is neither small nor inexpensive. As such, we expected a bit more efficient use of space. With the top up, the M8 has a decent capacity of 12.4 cubic feet. That puts it well ahead of a 911 Turbo Cabriolet and the Lexus LC 500 convertible, which both have less than 5 cubic feet.

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.

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Fuel Economy

8/10

How economical is the M8 Convertible? The EPA estimates that the M8 convertible gets 17 mpg combined (15 city/22 highway). Those numbers are similar to competitors' figures. In our time with the M8 convertible, we found it easy to both exceed the EPA's estimates as well as come nowhere close to them. For example, it returned a credible 21.5 mpg in light traffic over our 115-mile evaluation route. But when we turned its 617 hp loose on a few of our favorite roads, the fuel economy hovered just above single digits. A 20.1-gallon fuel tank ensures a highway cruising range in excess of 400 miles.

Value

8/10

Is the M8 Convertible a good value? Value certainly takes on a different meaning for the BMW M8 Competition, with a starting price north of $140K and an as-tested price nearing $180,000, as well as other cars in this class. Buyers expect a lot for their money, and the M8 convertible delivers with an attractive high-quality interior, plenty of impressive technology and jaw-dropping performance. That performance might be the biggest bargain since almost nothing combines the BMW's mix of comfort and speed for less money.

At four years/50,000 miles apiece, both the bumper-to-bumper and powertrain warranties are typical for the class. You also get three years/36,00 miles of free maintenance. Roadside assistance is a generous four years/unlimited miles.

Wildcard

9.5/10

The strength of the BMW M8 convertible lies in its ability to be effortlessly capable of long highway trips as well as devastatingly quick on a deserted back road. Its performance numbers are brash, but the car is cloaked in a subtlety and refinement to the point where you almost forget how capable this convertible can be. And therein lies the charm of the M8 convertible. It's fast and engaging when you want it most and calm and collected when you need it the most. It's expensive, yes, but it does more things extremely well than most cars do at all.

2025 BMW M8 trim level differences

BMW sells the 2025 M8 in coupe and convertible body styles, both offered only in Competition trim. (A four-door M8 Gran Coupe sedan is also available and is reviewed separately.) A turbocharged 4.4-liter V8 generating 617 horsepower and 553 lb-ft of torque powers all four wheels through an eight-speed automatic sport transmission. However, you can switch to a rear-wheel-drive mode if you prefer it. Compare the 2025 BMW M8 trim levels in-depth.

Which M8 trim does Edmunds recommend?

BMW makes the decision easy for you with only one available trim level: the high-performance Competition. We'd also add the Driving Assistance Professional package to gain access to advanced driving aids such as lane centering, blind-spot intervention, an automated parking system and a 360-degree camera.

BMW M8 Reviews

Owner Reviews

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The overall sentiment of the 2025 BMW M8 is mixed. Owners love the power and luxury of the car, mentioning that it's fast and comfortable with a great sound. However, some owners are not happy with the reduced space in the back seats and find the technology and features lacking for the price. There are also complaints about squeaky brakes and the manual rear wind deflector being inconvenient.

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2020 BMW M8 Competition 2dr Convertible AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)

Been driving M8 Competition Convertible for a couple of years now. Drove M6 for 8 years. I wish they had just put all the performance features of the M8 Comp in the M6 design and call it good. M6 Convertible looks so much nicer the the M8. Reducing the rear seat leg room, TERRIBLE idea, Who the heck came up with that idea? Rear Wind deflector, put the glass back on there. Can't …

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2025 BMW M8 Features & Specs

Type:

Convertible

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$150,000
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	17 MPG
Cost to Drive	$249/month
Seating	4 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	12.4 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	all wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles

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Reliability

The 2025 BMW M8 has a 4 years / 50,000 miles basic warranty and no recalls.

Recalls

There are no recalls for the 2025 BMW M8

Warranty

4 years / 50,000 miles Basic Warranty

Basic Warranty: 4 years / 50,000 miles
Drivetrain Warranty: 4 years / 50,000 miles
Rust Warranty: 12 years / unlimited miles
Roadside assistance Warranty: 4 years / unlimited miles
Free maintenance Warranty: 3 years / 36,000 miles

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Safety

Key safety features on the M8 include:

Back-up camera
Lane Departure Warning
Alarm
Tire Pressure Warning
Stability Control
Pre-collision safety system
Post-collision safety system

FAQ

Is the BMW M8 a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2025 M8 both on the road and at the track, giving it a 8.1 out of 10. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2025 M8 gets an average rating of 5 stars out of 5 (based on 8 reviews) What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the M8 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 M8. Learn more

What's new in the 2025 BMW M8?

According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2025 BMW M8:

No significant changes for 2025
Part of the first M8 generation introduced for 2020

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Is the BMW M8 reliable?

To determine whether the BMW M8 is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the M8. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the M8's 5-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

Is the 2025 BMW M8 a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2025 BMW M8 is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2025 M8 and gave it a 8.1 out of 10. Our consumer reviews show that the 2025 M8 gets an average rating of 5 stars out of 5 (based on 8 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2025 M8 is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2025 BMW M8?

The least-expensive 2025 BMW M8 is the 2025 BMW M8 Competition 2dr Convertible AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $150,000.

Other versions include:

Competition 2dr Convertible AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $150,000

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What are the different models of BMW M8?

If you're interested in the BMW M8, the next question is, which M8 model is right for you? M8 variants include Competition 2dr Convertible AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A). For a full list of M8 models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more

2025 BMW M8

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Pros

Cons

What's new

Overview

Cost to Drive

Edmunds spotlight: Single-trim lineup

Competitors to consider

Edmunds Expert Rating

Performance

Comfort

Interior

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Buying Tips for the 2025 BMW M8 for January

Technology

Storage

Fuel Economy

Value

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2025 BMW M8 trim level differences

Which M8 trim does Edmunds recommend?

BMW M8 Reviews

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