BMW 8 Series (G15)
{{about|the second-generation BMW 8 Series|general BMW 8 Series information|BMW 8 Series}}
{{Infobox automobile
| name = BMW 8 Series (G14/G15/G16)
| image = 2019 BMW 840d xDrive Automatic 3.0 Front.jpg
| caption = 2019 BMW 840d xDrive convertible (G14)
| aka = Alpina B8
| production = July 2018{{Cite web|url=https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0282807EN/start-of-production-for-new-bmw-8-series-coup%C3%A9-at-bmw-group-plant-dingolfing?language=en|title=Start of production for new BMW 8 Series Coupé at BMW Group Plant Dingolfing|website=www.press.bmwgroup.com}}–present
| assembly = Germany: Dingolfing
| designer = John Buckingham (G14, G15){{Cite news|url=https://www.goodwood.com/grr/event-coverage/festival-of-speed/2017/6/five-minutes-with-new-8-series-designer-john-buckingham/|title=Five minutes with new 8‑Series designer, John Buckingham|last=Baker|first=Erin|work=www.goodwood.com|date=2017-07-30|access-date=2022-09-02|language=en}}
Jacobo Domínguez (G16){{Cite web|url=https://pdfpiw.uspto.gov/.piw?Docid=D0832147|title=Patent Images|website=United States Patent and Trademark Office|language=en|access-date=2022-09-02}}
| class = {{Unbulleted list
| Grand tourer (S) (coupé/convertible)
| Executive car (E) (Gran Coupé)
}}
| body_style = {{Unbulleted list
| 2-door convertible (G14)
| 2-door coupé (G15)
| 4-door sedan (G16)
}}
| layout = {{Unbulleted list
| Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive
| Front-engine, all-wheel-drive (xDrive)
}}
| engine = {{Unbulleted list
| Petrol:
| 4.4 L S63 TT V8
| Diesel:
| 3.0 L B57 TT I6
}}
| motor = {{convert|8|kW|0|abbr=on}} electric boost (Diesel engine)
| drivetrain = MHEV (840d)
| transmission = 8-speed automatic
| wheelbase = {{Unbulleted list
| G14/G15: {{convert|2822|mm|1|abbr=on}}
| G16: {{convert|3023|mm|1|abbr=on}}
}}
| length = {{Unbulleted list
| G14/G15: {{convert|4843|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| G16: {{convert|5072|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
}}
| width = {{convert|1902|-|1932|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| height = {{convert|1341|-|1397|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| predecessor = {{ubl
| BMW 6 Series (F06/F12/F13) (for body style)
| BMW 8 Series (E31) (for 8-series nameplate)
| BMW i8 (spiritual)
}}
| successor =
| model_years = 2019–2026
| platform = BMW CLAR platform
}}
The second-generation of the BMW 8 Series consists of the BMW G14 (convertible version), BMW G15 (two-door coupe version) grand tourers and BMW G16 (four-door "Gran Coupe" sedan version) executive cars (E). The G14/G15/G16 generation has been in production since 2018, and is often collectively referred to as the G15.
It is the successor to the BMW 6 Series (F06/F12/F13) range and marks the return of the BMW 8 Series nameplate after nearly two decades, which was previously produced as the E31 until its discontinuation in 1999.{{Cite news|url=https://www.forbes.com/sites/jaclyntrop/2017/05/30/bmw-8-series-coupe-returns-after-a-19-year-hiatus/|title=BMW 8 Series Coupe Returns After A 19-Year Hiatus|last=Trop|first=Jaclyn|work=Forbes|access-date=2018-06-15|language=en}}
The G15 is powered by turbocharged six-cylinder petrol, six-cylinder diesel, and V8 petrol engines, all mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. While the initial release of models all included all-wheel drive, a rear-wheel drive version of the base 840i and 840d was later made available for sale.
The M8 models (designated F91/F92/F93) were unveiled in June 2019 and are powered by the twin-turbocharged BMW S63 V8 petrol engine.{{Cite press release |title=The New 2020 BMW M8 Coupe and Convertible |url=https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/usa/article/detail/T0296777EN_US/the-new-2020-bmw-m8-coupe-and-convertible?language=en_US |access-date=2024-06-03 |website=www.press.bmwgroup.com | date = 2019-06-05 }}
Development and launch
The BMW 8 Series is based on the BMW Concept 8 Series that debuted at the 2017 Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este,{{Cite news|url=http://www.bmwblog.com/2017/05/31/best-photo-gallery-bmw-concept-8-series-villa-deste/|title=The best photo gallery of the BMW Concept 8 Series at Villa d'Este|date=2017-05-31|work=BMW BLOG|access-date=2018-06-15|language=en-US}} and featured a new design language and iteration of the iDrive system.{{Cite news|url=https://www.caranddriver.com/news/bmw-concept-8-series-photos-and-info-news|title=BMW Concept 8-series: Eight Is Greater than Six|work=Car and Driver|access-date=2018-06-15|language=en}}
The production version was officially unveiled at the 24 Hours of Le Mans on June 15, 2018.{{Cite magazine|url=https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/bmw-8-series-be-revealed-le-mans-today| archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20180616030207/https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/2018-bmw-8-series-revealed-le-mans | date = 2018-06-15 | title= 2018 BMW 8 Series revealed at Le Mans | first = James | last = Attwood | magazine= Autocar |language=en|archive-date=2018-06-16}}
The convertible version of the 8 Series (G14) was launched in November 2018. The convertible features a folding cloth roof that operates in 15 seconds and can function up to {{cvt|31|mph|kph|0|abbr=on|order=flip}}. Changes over the coupé include; new cross struts, new panels for the underbody and aluminium roll over bars for added safety. Initial models for the convertible include the M850i xDrive and 840d xDrive. The convertible weighs an additional {{cvt|100|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}} more than the coupé.{{cite news|url=https://www.topgear.com/car-news/first-look/new-bmw-8-series-convertible|title=This is the new BMW 8 Series Convertible|first=Vijay|last=Pattni|publisher=Top Gear|access-date=2 November 2018|archive-date=2 November 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20181102012042/https://www.topgear.com/car-news/first-look/new-bmw-8-series-convertible|url-status=dead}}
Sales of the 8 Series commenced in November 2018.{{Cite news|url=https://www.topgear.com/car-news/brand-new-bmw-8-series-coupe|title=This is the brand new BMW 8 Series Coupe|date=2018-06-15|work=Top Gear|access-date=2018-06-15|language=en}}
The high-performance variant BMW Concept M8 Gran Coupé was later introduced in June 2019 at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show.{{Cite news|url=http://www.evo.co.uk/bmw/19429/bmw-m8-gran-coupe-concept-unveiled-at-geneva|title=BMW M8 Gran Coupe Concept unveiled at Geneva|work=Evo|access-date=2018-06-15|language=en}}{{Cite web|url=https://www.topgear.com/car-news/bmw-m8-competition-priciest-m-car-ever|title=The BMW M8 Competition is the priciest M car ever|date=2019-06-05|website=Top Gear|language=en|access-date=2019-06-07}}
The Gran Coupé sedan (G16) of the 8 Series was announced in June 2019 and went on sale in September 2019. It has the same powertrains as the coupé and convertible, but it is the first 8 Series available with a six-cylinder engine for the United States. The 8 Series Gran Coupé has enlarged rear passenger space dimensions including improved headroom compared to the 6 Series Gran Coupé (F06) that it replaced.{{Cite web|url=https://www.insidehook.com/autos/2020-bmw-m850i-gran-coupe-review|title=Review: Did BMW Just Save the Four-Door Sport Sedan?|website=InsideHook}} Like its predecessor, the 8 Series Gran Coupé is seen as a flashier sportier alternative to its platform-mate, the more traditional BMW 7 Series (G11) sedan, and it competes with the Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupé and Porsche Panamera.{{cite news|url=https://www.automobilemag.com/news/7-vs-8-bmw-insiders-clash-flagship-future/|last= Kacher |first=Georg |title= 7 vs. 8: BMW Insiders Clash Over Flagship Future|date=2016-10-12 |access-date=2020-08-20|language=en-us}}{{cite news|url=https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a29336925/2020-bmw-840i-gran-coupe-by-the-numbers/ |last=Duff |first=Mike |title=2020 BMW 840i Gran Coupe Is the Prettier and Practical 8-Series|date=2019-10-02 |access-date=2020-08-20|language=en-us}}{{cite news|url=https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/comparison-test/a36062926/2021-audi-rs7-vs-2020-bmw-m8-gran-coupe-2021-mercedes-amg-gt63-s/ |last=Scherr |first=Elana |title=Tested: 2021 Audi RS7 vs. 2020 BMW M8 Gran Coupe vs. 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT63 S|date=2021-04-12 |access-date=2021-11-09|language=en-us}}
Body and chassis
The production model is based on the modular CLAR platform and has a design largely unchanged from the Concept 8 Series.{{Cite web|url=https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/bmw-8-series-return-2018-0|title=New BMW 8 Series Set to Return in 2018 |website=www.autocar.co.uk|language=en|access-date=2018-06-15}} The wheelbase of the Gran Coupe is {{convert|7.9|in|mm|0|abbr=on|order=flip}} longer than the coupe and convertible models.{{Cite web|url=https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a28089494/2020-bmw-8-series-gran-coupe-photos-info/|title=The 2020 BMW 8-Series Gran Coupe Is Handsome and Spacious|work=Car and Driver|last=White|first=Annie|date=18 June 2019|access-date=18 June 2019}}
The 8 Series utilises a double-wishbone front suspension and rear multi-link suspension.{{Cite news|url=https://www.digitaltrends.com/cars/the-2019-bmw-8-series-pictures-and-specifications-leked/|title=BMW's flagship luxury coupe returns after a 20-year hiatus|date=2018-06-15|work=Digital Trends|access-date=2018-06-15|language=en-US}} The car uses BMW's Carbon Core technology, integrating carbon-fibre within its chassis.{{Cite news|url=http://www.bmwblog.com/2018/06/15/world-premiere-bmw-8-series-making-a-comeback/|title=WORLD PREMIERE: BMW 8 Series -- Making a Comeback|date=2018-06-15|work=BMW BLOG|access-date=2018-06-15|language=en-US}} GPS navigation data is used for the 8-speed automatic transmission to predict upshifts or downshifts when approaching a junction,{{Cite news|url=https://www.autoblog.com/2018/06/15/2019-bmw-8-series-coupe-revealed-945163/|title=BMW reveals the 2019 8 Series Coupe, and it looks a lot like the concept|work=Autoblog|access-date=2018-06-15|language=en}} and cameras along with sensors are utilised to determine appropriate shutdowns for the engine start-stop system.{{Cite news|url=https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/2019-bmw-8-series-coupe/|title=2019 BMW 8 Series Coupe: Back from the dead and lookin' good|date=2018-06-15|work=Roadshow|access-date=2018-06-15|language=en}}
Most trims feature the xDrive all-wheel drive system, although the base 840i and 840d have rear-wheel drive available. The M850i xDrive is available worldwide, while the 840d xDrive is only available in Europe.{{Cite web|url=http://europe.autonews.com/article/20180615/COPY/306159938/bmw-8-series-will-offer-320-hp-diesel-in-europe|title=BMW 8 series will offer 320-hp diesel in Europe|date=2018-06-15|website=europe.autonews.com|access-date=2018-06-25}}
The official kerb weight (measured using the EU methodology) for the M850i xDrive is {{convert|1965|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}} for the coupe version and {{convert|2090|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}} for the convertible version.{{Cite web|url=https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0281744EN/the-all-new-bmw-8-series-coupe|title=The all-new BMW 8 Series Coupe.|website=www.press.bmwgroup.com|language=en|access-date=2018-06-25}}{{cite web |title=The new BMW 8 Series Convertible |url=https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0286150EN/the-new-bmw-8-series-convertible?language=en |website=www.bmwgroup.com |access-date=26 October 2019}} The kerb weight for the 840d xDrive is {{convert|1890|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}} coupe version and {{convert|2030|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}} for the convertible version.
Equipment
Standard equipment includes an 8-speed ZF 8HP torque-converter automatic transmission,{{cite web |title=8' G15 840dX Autom.trans.GA8HP76X - all-wheel drive |url=https://www.realoem.com/bmw/en/showparts?id=BC21-EUR-08-2018-G15-BMW-840dX&diagId=24_1865 |website=www.realoem.com |access-date=26 October 2019}} Vernasca leather, a heads-up display, adaptive suspension, power steering, and split folding rear seats.{{Cite web|url=https://www.pistonheads.com/news/ph-germancars/new-dream-car-bmw-8-series-unveiled/38196|title=New "dream car" BMW 8 Series unveiled |website= Pistonheads |access-date=2018-06-15}} The 8 Series also features a {{cvt|260|mm}} display with iDrive {{cvt|178|and|312|mm}} digital instrument cluster.{{Cite news|url=https://www.motoring.com.au/bmw-8-series-coupe-revealed-113168/|title=BMW 8 Series Coupe revealed - motoring.com.au|last=Taylor|first=Michael|date=2018-06-16|work=motoring.com.au|access-date=2018-06-15|language=en-US}} All 8 series models can be fitted with M Performance Parts. These include a sport steering wheel, M rims and carbon fibre parts. The M850i xDrive receives 20-inch wheels as standard and aerodynamic elements such as larger air intakes and a front lip spoiler.{{Cite news|url=https://www.edmunds.com/car-news/first-impressions/2019-bmw-8-series-coupe-first-look.html|title=2019 BMW 8 Series Coupe First Look |work=Edmunds|access-date=2018-06-15|language=en}}
Available options includes Microsoft Office 365 and Skype for Business integration, laser headlights,{{cite web |title=BMW 8 Series Coupe |url=https://www.bmw.com/en/bmw-models/bmw-8-series-coupe.html |website=www.bmw.com |access-date=20 August 2020 |language=en}} a display key fob, and a Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System.{{Cite news|url=https://www.slashgear.com/2019-bmw-8-series-official-m850i-xdrive-packs-523hp-v8-15534366/|title=2019 BMW 8 Series official: M850i xDrive packs 523hp V8|date=2018-06-15|work=SlashGear|access-date=2018-06-15|language=en-US}} Near field communication can also be used to unlock the car via a smartphone. An M Sport package is also available on the 840d xDrive model and features 19-inch alloy wheels, an enhanced braking system, and a re-designed sports steering wheel.{{Cite news|url=https://www.topspeed.com/cars/car-news/the-bmw-8-series-coupe-has-debuted-and-it-s-stunning/|title=The BMW 8 Series Coupe Has Debuted And It's Stunning |work=Top Speed|access-date=2018-06-15|language=en-US}}
Models
= Petrol engines =
| class="wikitable sortable"
!Model !! Years !! Engine !! Power !! Torque !! 0–100 km/h |
| 840i / 840i xDrive |2019–2026 |{{cvt|250|kW|PS hp|0}} |{{convert|450|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} |5.3 seconds / |
| M850i xDrive
|2019–2026 |4.4 L N63 |{{cvt|390|kW|PS hp|0}} |{{convert|750|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} |3.7 seconds |
| M8
|2020–2026 |4.4 L S63 |{{cvt|441|kW|PS hp|0}} |{{convert|750|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} |3.3 seconds |
| M8 Competition
|2020–2026 |4.4 L S63 |{{cvt|460|kW|PS hp|0}} |{{convert|750|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} |3.2 seconds |
| Alpina B8
|2021–2026 |4.4 L N63 |{{cvt|456|kW|PS hp|0}} |{{convert|800|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} |3.3 seconds |
= Diesel engines =
Special models
= BMW M8 =
{{Main|BMW M8}}
The M8 version was introduced in June 2019 and is the road-legal version of the M8 GTE introduced at the 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show. The body styles for the M8 are the 2-door convertible (F91 model code), 2-door coupé (F92 model code) and 4-door "Gran Coupé" fastback (F93 model code).
The M8 uses the {{convert|4.4|L|cuin|0|abbr=on}} BMW S63 twin-turbocharged V8 engine, with an 8-speed torque converter automatic transmission and a 7-speed single clutch with an all-wheel drive (xDrive) system shared with the F90 M5. The M8 is available in standard and Competition variants: the Competition models receive a slightly more powerful engine, a carbon fibre roof, firmer suspension, forged alloy wheels, and a variety of other enhancements.
In reference to the M8 Gran Coupé Concept from 2018, the first eight vehicles of the production series of the M8 Gran Coupé were styled in the same colors as the concept vehicle and sold as M8 Gran Coupé First Edition.{{Cite web|url=https://www.bmw-m.com/de/topics/magazine-article-pool/die-bmw-m8-gran-coupe-first-edition-8-of-8.html|title = Die BMW M8 Gran Coupé First Edition 1-OF-8}}
=Alpina=
The ALPINA B8 based on the 8 series Gran Coupé was launched in 2021.{{Cite web|last=Capparella|first=Joey|date=2021-03-24|title=2022 BMW Alpina B8 Gran Coupe Combines the 8-Series' Best Elements|url=https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a35916665/2022-bmw-alpina-b8-gran-coupe-revealed/|access-date=2021-10-31|website=Car and Driver|language=en-US}} Aside from the traditional Alpina alloy wheels and some minor details such as quad, chromed exhaust tips and Alpina Blue brake calipers, there is little that sets the subdued Alpina apart from the outside.{{Cite web |last=Paul |first=Steven |date=2023-08-21 |title=2024 BMW ALPINA B8 Gran Coupe Review - Simply Greatness |url=https://www.bmwblog.com/2023/08/21/bmw-alpina-b8-gran-coupe-review/ |access-date=2024-06-03 |website=BMW BLOG |language=en-US}}
= Night Sky Edition =
In January 2019 the one-off version M850i xDrive Coupé Night Sky Edition was unveiled for the 25th anniversary of BMW Individual. The vehicle has a special paint and interior surfaces of the material of the Muonionalusta-meteorite. In addition, a meteor shower is cited. The coupé had its public debut at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show. For the time being, the coupe remains in the possession of BMW.{{Cite news|url=https://www.motor1.com/news/299686/bmw-individual-m850i-night-sky/|title=BMW Individual M850i Night Sky Will Make You See Stars|work=motor1|date=2019-01-03|access-date=2019-06-22}}
Production
The 8 Series is produced at the BMW Group Plant Dingolfing in Germany.{{Cite news|url=https://www.autoevolution.com/news/2019-bmw-8-series-coupe-enters-production-at-dingolfing-plant-126884.html|title=2019 BMW 8 Series Coupe Enters Production at Dingolfing Plant|last=Panait|first=Mircea|date=2018-07-06|website=www.autoevolution.com |access-date=2018-08-25|language=en-us}}
The following are the production figures for the 8 Series:
Gallery
File:2020 BMW 840i xDrive in Alpinweiss, front left.jpg|BMW 840i Coupé (G15)
File:BMW 8er, Paris Motor Show 2018, IMG 0489.jpg|BMW 840d (G15)
File:2018 BMW M850i xDrive Automatic 4.4.jpg|BMW M850i xDrive (G15)
File:2019 BMW 840d xDrive Automatic 3.0 Rear.jpg|BMW 840d convertible (G14)
File:2019 BMW M850i xDrive 4.4 Interior.jpg|Interior
File:BMW 8er Coupe Night Sky Genf 2019 1Y7A5749.jpg|BMW M850i xDrive Coupé Night Sky Edition (G15)
File:2020 BMW 840d xDrive Automatic Gran Coupe 3.0 Front.jpg|BMW 8 Series Gran Coupé (G16)
File:2020 BMW 840d xDrive Automatic Gran Coupe 3.0 Rear (1).jpg|BMW 8 Series Gran Coupé (G16)
File:Alpina B8 IAA 2021 1X7A0029.jpg|Alpina B8 Gran Coupé (G16)
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