BMW 8 Series vs BMW 4 Series
Overview | |
Years produced1991-1999 | Years produced2014-Present |
MSRP$87,500 | MSRP$45,200 |
Average price | Average price$35,072 |
Listings58 | Listings467 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryThe BMW 8 Series is the third element of BMW’s flagship trinity. Just as the 7 Series is the top sedan in BMW’s lineup, and the X7 is the top SUV, the 8 Series lords over lesser coupes and convertibles in the BMW hierarchy. The 8 Series nameplate dates back to 1990, when BMW launched the first generation in the form of a wedge-shaped coupe with pop-up headlights. After that version—known as the E31—went out of production, the 8 Series took a long hiatus, returning in its current G15 form for the 2019 model year. The 2023 BMW 8 Series gets some small updates for the new model year, including exterior styling tweaks and an enlarged touchscreen. More paint colour and wheel design options round out what’s new. In Canada, available variants include the M850i xDrive with standard all-wheel drive (AWD), and high-performance M8 Competition in coupe, convertible, and four-door Gran Coupé body styles. An Alpina B8 version of the Gran Coupé (launched for the 2021 model year) also returns. The vehicle shown is a U.S. specification 840i Gran Coupé; note this powertrain is not offered in Canada. | |
Reviews Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.0L 335 hp I6 | Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower335 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City21 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway34 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.0L 335 hp I6 | Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque368 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | Torque294 lb-ft @ 1550 rpm |
Horsepower335 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City21 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Leather SeatsStandard | Leather Seats |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space15.5 cu ft | Cargo Space16.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight4180 lbs | Curb Weight3792 lbs |
Height55.4 in | Height56.8 in |
Length200.3 in | Length188.5 in |
Width84.1 in | Width81.6 in |
Wheelbase119.0 in | Wheelbase112.4 in |
Maximum Payload1003 lbs | Maximum Payload888 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1991-1999 | 2014-Present |
MSRP | $87,500 | $45,200 |
Average price | $35,072 | |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.3 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The BMW 8 Series is the third element of BMW’s flagship trinity. Just as the 7 Series is the top sedan in BMW’s lineup, and the X7 is the top SUV, the 8 Series lords over lesser coupes and convertibles in the BMW hierarchy. The 8 Series nameplate dates back to 1990, when BMW launched the first generation in the form of a wedge-shaped coupe with pop-up headlights. After that version—known as the E31—went out of production, the 8 Series took a long hiatus, returning in its current G15 form for the 2019 model year. The 2023 BMW 8 Series gets some small updates for the new model year, including exterior styling tweaks and an enlarged touchscreen. More paint colour and wheel design options round out what’s new. In Canada, available variants include the M850i xDrive with standard all-wheel drive (AWD), and high-performance M8 Competition in coupe, convertible, and four-door Gran Coupé body styles. An Alpina B8 version of the Gran Coupé (launched for the 2021 model year) also returns. The vehicle shown is a U.S. specification 840i Gran Coupé; note this powertrain is not offered in Canada. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.0L 335 hp I6 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 335 hp @ 5000 rpm | 255 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City | 21 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 29 | 34 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.0L 335 hp I6 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque | 368 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | 294 lb-ft @ 1550 rpm |
Horsepower | 335 hp @ 5000 rpm | 255 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 21 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 29 | 34 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Standard |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.5 cu ft | 16.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4180 lbs | 3792 lbs |
Height | 55.4 in | 56.8 in |
Length | 200.3 in | 188.5 in |
Width | 84.1 in | 81.6 in |
Wheelbase | 119.0 in | 112.4 in |
Maximum Payload | 1003 lbs | 888 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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