BMW 8 Series (G15)

The second generation of the BMW 8 Series consists of the BMW G14 (convertible version), BMW G15 (two-door coupe version) and BMW G16 (four-door "Gran Coupe" version) grand tourers. The G14/G15/G16 generation has been in production since 2018, and is often collectively referred to as the G15.

BMW 8 Series (G14/G15/G16)
Overview
ManufacturerBMW
Production2018–present
AssemblyGermany: Dingolfing
Body and chassis
ClassGrand tourer (S)
Body style
Layout
  • Front-engine, rear-wheel drive
  • Front-engine, all-wheel drive (xDrive)
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission8-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase
  • G14: 2,822 mm (111.1 in)
  • G15: 2,822 mm (111.1 in)
  • G16: 3,023 mm (119.0 in)
Length
  • G14: 4,843 mm (190.7 in)
  • G15: 4,843 mm (190.7 in)
  • G16: 5,072 mm (199.7 in)
Width1,902–1,932 mm (74.9–76.1 in)
Height1,341–1,397 mm (52.8–55.0 in)
Chronology
Predecessor

It is the successor to the BMW 6 Series range and marks the return of the BMW 8 Series nameplate after nearly two decades.[1]

The G15 is powered by turbocharged six-cylinder petrol, six-cylinder diesel and V8 petrol engines. All models have all-wheel drive and an 8-speed automatic transmission.

The M8 models (designated F91/F92/F93) were unveiled in 2019 and are powered by the twin-turbocharged BMW S63 V8 petrol engine.

Development and launch

The 8 Series is based on the BMW Concept 8 Series that debuted at the 2017 Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este,[2] and featured a new design language and iteration of the iDrive system.[3] The production version was officially unveiled at the 24 Hours of Le Mans on June 15, 2018.[4] The BMW Concept M8 Gran Coupé was later introduced at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show,[5] and is a high-performance four-door variant of the 8 Series which was unveiled in June 2019.[6]

The 8 Series utilises a double-wishbone front suspension and rear multi-link suspension.[7] The car uses BMW's Carbon Core technology, integrating carbon-fibre within its chassis.[8] GPS navigation data is used for the 8-speed automatic transmission to predict upshifts or downshifts when approaching a junction,[9] and cameras along with sensors are utilised to determine appropriate shutdowns for the engine start-stop system.[10]

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 50 km/h (31 mph). 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 100 kg (220 lb) more than the coupé.[11]

Sales of the 8 Series commenced in November 2018.[12]

The Gran Coupé version 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.[13]

Body and chassis

The production model is based on the modular CLAR platform and has a design largely unchanged from the Concept 8 Series.[14] The wheelbase of the Gran Coupe is 201 mm (7.9 in) longer than the coupe and convertible models.[13]

The official kerb weight (measured using the EU methodology) for the 850i xDrive is 1,965 kg (4,332 lb) for the coupe version and 2,090 kg (4,608 lb) for the convertible version.[15][16] The kerb weight for the 840d xDrive is 1,890 kg (4,167 lb) coupe version and 2,030 kg (4,475 lb) for the convertible version.[15][16]

Equipment

Standard equipment includes the xDrive all-wheel drive system, an 8-speed ZF 8HP torque-converter automatic transmission,[17] Vernasca leather, a heads-up display, adaptive suspension, power steering, and split folding rear seats.[18] The 8 Series also features a 10.25-inch display with iDrive 7.0 and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster.[19] The M850i xDrive receives 20-inch wheels as standard and aerodynamic elements such as larger air intakes and a front lip spoiler.[20]

Available options includes Microsoft Office 365 and Skype for Business integration, laser headlights, a display key fob, and a Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System.[21] 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.[22]

The 850i xDrive is available worldwide, while the 840d xDrive is only available in Europe.[23]

Models

Petrol engines
Model Years Engine Power Torque 0–100 km/h (0-62 mph)
840i (RWD) / 840i xDrive (AWD) 2019– 3.0 L B58B30M1 turbocharged straight-6 250 kW (335 hp; 340 PS)
at 5,000–6,500 rpm		 500 N⋅m (369 lb⋅ft)
at 1,600–4,500 rpm		 5.3 / 4.9 seconds
M850i xDrive 2018– 4.4 L N63B44TU3 twin-turbocharged V8 390 kW (523 hp; 530 PS)
at 5,500–6,000 rpm		 750 N⋅m (553 lb⋅ft)
at 1,800–4,600 rpm		 3.7 seconds
M8 2019– 4.4 L S63B44T4 twin-turbocharged V8 441 kW (591 hp; 600 PS)
at 6,000 rpm		 750 N⋅m (553 lb⋅ft)
at 1,800–5,700 rpm		 3.3 seconds
M8 Competition 2019– 4.4 L S63B44T4 twin-turbocharged V8 460 kW (617 hp; 625 PS)
at 6,000 rpm		 750 N⋅m (553 lb⋅ft)
at 1,800–5,860 rpm		 3.2 seconds

Diesel engines
Model Years Engine Power Torque 0–100 km/h (0-62 mph)
840d xDrive 2018– 3.0 L B57D30 turbocharged I6 235 kW (315 hp; 320 PS)
at 4,400 rpm		 680 N⋅m (502 lb⋅ft)
at 1,750–2,250 rpm		 4.9 seconds

M8 version
Main article: 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 coupe (F92 model code) and 4-door "Gran Coupe" fastback (F93 model code).

The M8 uses the 4.4 L (269 cu in) BMW S63 twin-turbocharged V8 engine, 8-speed torque converter automatic transmission and all-wheel drive (xDrive) system shared with the F90 M5.

Special models

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.[24]

M8 Gran Coupé First Edition

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.[25]

Production

The 8 Series is produced at the BMW Group Plant Dingolfing in Germany.[26] The following are the production figures for the 8 Series:[27]

Year Production
2018 923
Total: 923
  • BMW 840d
  • BMW M850i xDrive
  • BMW M850i convertible (rear)
  • Interior
  • BMW M850i xDrive Coupé Night Sky Edition
  • BMW 8 Series Gran Coupé (G16)
  • BMW 8 Series Gran Coupé (G16)

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