What Is the 2025 BMW 8 Series?
The BMW 8 Series is a large and imposing luxury car available in coupe, convertible and four-door Gran Coupe body styles. The 840i is powered by a 335-horsepower, turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six engine, while the M850i and the bonkers-fast (and expensive) M8 models get turbocharged 4.4-liter V-8s rated at 523 hp and 617 hp, respectively. The Alpina B8 Gran Coupe has a 612-hp, turbo 4.4-liter V-8. The 8 Series’ competitors include the Lexus LC 500, Mercedes-AMG SL-Class and Porsche Panamera.
What’s New on the 2025 BMW 8 Series?
The 8 Series lineup is unchanged for 2025.
What Features in the 2025 BMW 8 Series Are Most Important?
Standard features include:
- Leather upholstery
- 12.3-inch digital instrument panel
- 12.3-inch infotainment screen
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Harman Kardon surround-sound system
- Satellite radio
- Forward collision warning
- City collision mitigation
- Lane departure warning
- Automatic high-beam headlights
Available features include:
- Hands-free highway driving system
- 360-degree camera system
- Suede headliner
- Wireless device charging
- Blind spot warning
- Rear cross-traffic alert
- Four-wheel steering
Should I Buy the 2025 BMW 8 Series?
The BMW 8 Series lineup spoils you with choice — not to mention horsepower. Even the standard turbo six-cylinder delivers swift acceleration, though it’s hard to resist the urge to upgrade to one of its snarling twin-turbo V-8s. That said, no one is buying the coupe or convertible because of their roomy backseats and ample trunk volume; if those things are priorities, proceed directly to the 8 Series Gran Coupe. Regardless of body style, the 8 Series is big and imposing, and it can feel a little bulky due to its heavy curb weight and limited rear visibility — but every version makes a big impression whenever you punch the gas pedal.
