BMW M8
The BMW M8 Competition is a high-performance luxury coupe (or Gran Coupe) powered by a 4.4L TwinPower Turbo V8 engine, producing 460 kW and 750 Nm of torque. It accelerates from 0-100 km/h in just 3.2 seconds and has a top speed of 305 km/h. The M8 features M xDrive AWD, an 8-speed M Steptronic transmission, and an active M differential for sharp handling. Inside, it boasts premium materials like Merino leather and Alcantara, a Bowers & Wilkins sound system, and advanced tech like BMW Live Cockpit Professional. Fuel consumption is rated at 10.4-10.7 L/100km (combined). The aggressive styling includes M-specific aerodynamics, 20-inch alloy wheels, and laser headlights.
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M8 Competition Gran Coupe
4 Door Coupe
$400,745
Driveaway†
8cyl Petrol Twin-Turbo 4.4L
All Wheel Drive
Automatic
Exterior
Interior
Fuel Capacity
Offroad Capabilities
Towing Capacity
Weights
Other Safety
- Active Protection
- Airbags, 8 in total: front, full-length sides and head protection on the sides and in headliner, knee airbags front
- Alarm System
- Central locking with electronic immobiliser
- Dynamic braking lights
- Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), Anti-lock Braking System (MBS), Braking Assistant, Cornering Brake Control (CBC), Dynamic Traction Control (OTC)
- Warning triangle and first aid kit
Air Conditioning
- Automatic climate control, 4-zone control
Windows
- Heat protection glazing
- Rain sensor
Windows
- Comfort Access system
- Soft-close function for doors
Front Seats
- M Sport seats for driver & front passenger with integrated headrests and illuminated "M8" loop
- Electric seat adjustment for driver and front passenger, incl. headrest adjustment and memory function for driver and front passenger
- Lumbar support for driver and front passenger, electric
- Active seat ventilation, driver and front passenger
- Seat heating, driver and front passenger
Rear Seats
- Sport seats with integrated headrests and side bolsters, outer rear passengers
Option Packages
- M Carbon Experience
Color Options
- Alpine White (300)
- Black Sapphire (475)
- M Marina Bay Blue (C1K)
- M Isle of Man Green (C4G)
- M Brooklyn Grey (C4P)
- Skyscraper Grey (C4W)
- Dravit Grey (C36)
- Tanzanite Blue (C3Z)
- Aventurine Red (C57)
- Frozen Pure Grey (C5A)
- Frozen Tanzanite Blue (X1G)
Engine
Description
4.4L
Configuration
V8
Induction
Twin-Turbo
Power
460kW
Fuel Type
Petrol
Fuel Delivery
Direct Injection
Driveline
Transmission/s
Automatic
Drive Type
All Wheel Drive
Performance
Top Speed
305km/h
0 - 100km/h
3.2s
Economy & Emissions
Combined
10.7L/100km
Co2 Emissions
243g/100km
Electric efficiency
Wheels & Tyres
Front Wheels
20"
Rear Wheels
20"
Front Tyres
275/35 R 20
Rear Tyres
285/35 R 20
Wheel Material
Alloy
Spare Wheel
Tyre Repair kit
Steering
Steering System
M Servotronic power steering
Suspension
Front Suspension
M specific suspension, lowered by 10mm
Rear Suspension
M specific suspension, lowered by 10mm
Brakes
Front Brake Type
M Compound Brakes
Rear Brake Type
M Compound Brakes
Exterior Styling Front
- Signature BMW Kidney Grille with M double rods in black high-gloss
- M8 badge on the Kidney Grille in black high-gloss
- M Aerodynamics package, aerodynamic front and rear bumper trims, side slits
Exterior Styling Rear
- M8 Competition badge on the rear in black high-gloss
- M rear spoiler in black high-gloss
- Kidney grille, Air Breather, tailpipe finishers, mirror caps, rear diffuser insert in black
- M Carbon roof
Exterior Styling Side
- 20" M light alloy wheels Star-spoke style 813 M Bicolour with performance tyres
- M High-gloss Shadow Line
Interior Styling
- Upholstery, Full Leather "Merino"/Alcantara Combination
- Instrument panel and door upper trim in "Walknappa" leather
- Interior trim, M Carbon Fine (4MC)
- M leather steering wheel with multifunction buttons, heated
- Gear shift lever in leather finish, with M logo
- Door sill finishes with "M8 Competition" designation, illuminated
- M Seat Belts
- M headliner Alcantara Anthracite
- Floor mats with M flag in piping
Infotainment Features
- BMW Live Cockpit Professional, (including BMW Personal Assistant), 12.3" digital instrument display
- Navigation with 12.3" Control Display feat. BMW Operating System 7.0 and natural voice recognition incl. map updates*
- BMW Drive Recorder
- Extended Bluetooth connectivity
- Bowers & Wilkins Diamond surround sound system, 16 speakers, 1400W
- 1 x type A USB port (front), 1 x type C USB port (front centre armrest) and 1 x 12V socket
- Personal Profile, customised control functions can be saved into BMW Connected customer account and accessed via in-vehicle login
Audio Sources
- DAB+ digital radio
- Wireless smartphone integration of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Driver Assistance
- Driving Assistant Professional, incl. Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go function, Cross traffic warning clip line front & rear, Steering & Lane Control Assistant, Lane keeping assistant with Side Collision Warning, Crossroads warning and Evasion Aid
- Parking Assistant Plus, incl. Parking Assistant with Active Park Distance Control rear, Reversing Assistant, Surround View, Panorama View, 3D View
- Speed limiter
- Speed Limit Info
M8 Competition
2 Door Coupe
$403,905
Driveaway†
8cyl Petrol Twin-Turbo 4.4L
All Wheel Drive
Automatic
Exterior
Interior
Fuel Capacity
Offroad Capabilities
Towing Capacity
Weights
Other Safety
- Active Protection
- Airbags, 8 in total front, full-length sides and head protection on the sides and in headliner, knee airbags front
- Alarm System
- Central locking with electronic immobiliser
- Dynamic braking lights
- Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Braking Assistant, Cornering Brake Control (CBC), Dynamic Traction Control (DTC)
- Warning triangle and first aid kit
Air Conditioning
- Automatic climate control, 2-zone control
Windows
- Heat protection glazing
- Rain sensor
Windows
- Soft-close function for doors
Front Seats
- M Sport seats for driver & front passenger with integrated headrests and illuminated "M8" logo
- Electric seat adjustment for driver and front passenger, incl. headrest adjustment and memory button for driver and front passenger
- Lumbar support for driver and front passenger, electric
- Active seat ventilation, driver and front passenger
- Seat heating, driver and front passenger
Option Packages
- M Carbon Experience
Color Options
- Alpine White (300)
- Black Sapphire (475)
- M Marina Bay Blue (C1K)
- M Isle of Man Green (C4G)
- M Brooklyn Grey (C4P)
- Skyscraper Grey (C4W)
- Dravit Grey (C36)
- Tanzanite Blue (C3Z)
- Aventurine Red (C57)
- Frozen Pure Grey (C5A)
- Frozen Tanzanite Blue (X1G)
Engine
Description
4.4L
Configuration
V8
Induction
Twin-Turbo
Power
460kW
Fuel Type
Petrol
Fuel Delivery
Direct Injection
Driveline
Transmission/s
Automatic
Drive Type
All Wheel Drive
Performance
Top Speed
305km/h
0 - 100km/h
3.2s
Economy & Emissions
Combined
10.4L/100km
Co2 Emissions
239g/100km
Electric efficiency
Wheels & Tyres
Front Wheels
20x9.5J"
Rear Wheels
20x10.5J"
Front Tyres
275/35 R20
Rear Tyres
285/35 R20
Wheel Material
Forged Alloy
Tyre Specification
Performance tyres
Spare Wheel
Tyre Repair Kit
Steering
Steering System
M Servotronic power steering
Suspension
Front Suspension
M specific suspension, lowered by 10mm
Rear Suspension
M specific suspension, lowered by 10mm
Damping Control
M Dynamic Mode
Brakes
Front Brake Type
M Compound Brakes
Rear Brake Type
M Compound Brakes
Exterior Styling Front
- Signature BMW Kidney Grille with M double rods in black high-gloss
- M8 badge on the Kidney Grille in black high-gloss
- M Aerodynamics package, aerodynamic front and rear bumper trims, side slits
Exterior Styling Rear
- M8 Competition badge on the rear in black high-gloss
- M rear spoiler in black high-gloss
- M Aerodynamics package, aerodynamic front and rear bumper trims, side slits
Exterior Styling Side
- M Aerodynamics package, aerodynamic front and rear bumper trims, side slits
Interior Styling
- Upholstery, Full Leather "Merino"/Alcantara Combination
- Instrument panel and door upper trim in "Walknappa" leather
- Interior trim, M Carbon Fibre
- M leather steering wheel with multifunction buttons, heated
- Gearshift lever in leather finish, with M logo
- Door sill finishers with "M8 Competition" designation, illuminated
- M Seat Belts
- M headliner Alcantara Anthracite
- Floor mats with M flap in piping
Infotainment Features
- BMW Live Cockpit Professional, (including BMW Personal Assistant), 12.3" digital instrument display
- Navigation with 12.9" Control Display feat. BMW Operating System 7.0 and natural voice recognition incl. map updates
- BMW Drive Recorder
- Extended Bluetooth connectivity
- Bowers & Wilkins Diamond surround sound system, 16 speakers, 1400W
Audio Sources
- DAB+ digital radio
- Wireless smartphone integration of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Driver Assistance
- Driving Assistant Professional, incl. Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go function, Cross traffic warning line front & rear, Steering & Lane Control Assistant, Lane keeping assistant with Side Collision Warning, Crossroads warning and Evasion Aid
- Parking Assistant Plus, incl. Parking Assistant with Active Park Distance Control rear, Reversing Assistant, Surround View, Panorama View, 3D View
- Speed limiter
- Speed Limit Info
- Type Pressure Indicator
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