2026 BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe

Name: 2026 BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe Review
Brand: BMW

Release Date: Available now

Estimated Price: Starting at $91,975

The 2026 BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe delivers the best of both worlds. Its four doors and sizable cabin offer plenty of practicality for family use. To top it off, the BMW also boasts impressive performance and a stylish coupe-like design.Read full review

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2026 BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe Review

by the Edmunds Experts

Pros

Smooth and powerful engines
Nimble handling for its size
Surprisingly usable cargo space
Luxurious and comfortable interior

Cons

Low roofline compromises rear headroom, ease of entry and visibility
Infotainment system takes some time to learn

What's new

No significant changes for 2026
Part of the first 8 Series Gran Coupe generation introduced for 2020

Overview

The 8 Series Gran Coupe is a sleek sedan with coupe-like styling. It is part of the 8 Series lineup that includes a traditional two-door coupe and convertible we review separately. The Gran Coupe is a more attractive alternative to conventional sedans like the 5 Series and 7 Series. But its low-slung design comes at a price, with rear seat headroom compromised due to the sloping roofline that gives the Gran Coupe its namesake look. As with the coupe and convertible models, the Gran Coupe backs up its sporty appearance with sharp handling and robust power.

Edmunds spotlight: 8 Series Gran Coupe, 5 Series or 7 Series?

Unlike most BMW sedans, the 8 Series Gran Coupe hasn't been redesigned or significantly updated since its 2020 release and is showing its age. The 5 Series was redesigned for 2024 and offers a more modern interior design and updated technology. It's significantly more affordable and is about the same length, offers a similar amount of passenger space, and has a larger trunk than the Gran Coupe. The 7 Series, which was redesigned for 2023, is also a more modern sedan. It's significantly larger and comes better equipped, but it doesn't cost much more. However, the 5 Series and 7 Series don't have the sleek styling and engaging driving dynamics of the Gran Coupe. If that's what you prefer, don't hesitate to buy one.

Competitors to consider

The 8 Series Gran Coupe has competitors from all major German luxury brands. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT sedan is pricier but doesn't have any advantages beyond a snazzier interior. The Audi S7 is more affordable and more powerful. It also boasts an expansive cargo area. As with most Porsches, the Panamera is the most expensive of this group, but its 2024 redesign makes it the newest competitor. The Panamera also offers the most driving enjoyment and a few plug-in hybrid models. For a detailed review of the 8 Series Gran Coupe, check out our test team's Expert Rating below.

Edmunds Expert Rating

Our Verdict

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Great

8.1

out of 10

edmunds TESTED

Rated for you by America's best test team.

Performance

8/10

How does the 8 Series Gran Coupe drive? We tested the 840i xDrive, which has all-wheel drive. BMW's turbocharged six-cylinder provides more power than you'll need on a daily basis, and it delivers it in an impressively smooth manner. At the Edmunds test track, our car hit 60 mph in 4.7 seconds. That's a quick time though typical for a base-engine luxury sedan of this size. Braking performance is strong, but the pedal's lack of finesse can make it hard to consistently stop smoothly.

Around turns, the 8 Series Gran Coupe is stable yet deceivingly quick. There's heaps of traction and you don't have to tiptoe around it either. Just mash it and go. The steering effort is light, and the 840i is easy to maneuver around town. The steering doesn't provide much feedback, but it's accurate and complements the accessible handling capabilities of this car. This is a well-sorted luxury sedan.

Comfort

8/10

How comfortable is the 8 Series Gran Coupe? The 840i strikes a nice balance of comfort and sport. The adaptive suspension's Comfort setting filters out a lot of the ride harshness we experienced in the high-performance M8. The front seats provide a nice amount of support and adjustability. In back, the 8 Series is pretty comfortable, though we'd like the seatbacks to be less upright.

The cabin is well insulated against wind and tire noise. You'll hear the six-cylinder when you rev it out. Unfortunately, it doesn't sound as sweet as the M850i's V8. The climate controls aren't very intuitive to use, and the air conditioning lacks the cooling power we'd want for really hot days. The optional seat ventilation is also pretty weak.

Interior

7.5/10

How’s the interior? There's plenty of passenger space inside the 8 Series Gran Coupe. Sure, it concedes some headroom because of the sleek roofline. But legroom is abundant, and the driver's seat and steering column have more adjustment range than most of us will know what to do with.

The lower roofline is a bit of a hassle when it comes to getting in and out of the car, particularly the back. It also slightly impedes rear visibility. But if you spring for the Driver Assistance package, the 360-degree camera system and parking sensors eliminate any need to guess.

BMW's iDrive isn't the most intuitive to learn, but once you've become acquainted, it works well and doesn't distract you from the road. The use of a dial controller and touchscreen provides good redundant control, unlike Audi and Porsche, which have gone full touchscreen.

Technology

8/10

How’s the tech? The 8 Series makes a strong showing on the tech front, primarily with an excellent suite of advanced driver aids and a capable voice command system. These features fall a bit short of what Mercedes offers, but they prove convenient when it comes to easing the burden of rush-hour traffic or turning on your seat ventilation without lifting a finger. The standard Harman Kardon audio system delivers solid sound. We don't see any real benefit to upgrading to the pricier Bowers & Wilkins systems. The 840i also comes with onboard navigation that's easy to use.

Storage

8/10

How’s the storage? With trunk space of 15.5 cubic feet, the Gran Coupe slots between the AMG GT and the Porsche Panamera. Helping matters out are the 40/20/40-split rear seats that fold nearly flat via the trunk-mounted releases. The low liftover height (it's lower than the AMG GT's and Panamera's) and hands-free trunk function make loading groceries easier if your hands are full.

In-cabin storage is a bit lacking, but the available areas including the center armrest and glovebox are usefully sized. If car seats are a part of your life, rest assured that the Gran Coupe has you covered. It has an abundance of backseat space and easy-to-access car seat anchors.

Continue reading Edmunds Expert Rating below

Fuel Economy

8/10

How’s the fuel economy? The 840i Gran Coupe with all-wheel drive, which is what we tested, has an EPA-estimated 24 mpg combined. That's a few mpg better than comparable versions of the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT and Porsche Panamera. We averaged 22.5 mpg over 600 miles of mixed driving, which is an indication that the EPA's estimate is realistic.

Value

8/10

Is the 8 Series Gran Coupe a good value? In general, we think the 8 Series is a pretty good value. It's priced significantly less than its closest competitors without any compromise in performance or build quality. Cabin design will always have an element of subjectivity, but we think the BMW's is as solid as any, even if it's not designed to evoke as much luxury.

BMW's warranty and ownership perks are better than most, too. The basic and powertrain warranties align with other German makes at four years/50,000 miles, with a generous 12-year rust-through warranty and roadside assistance for four years. BMW is also the only one in this class that offers complimentary maintenance for three years/36,000 miles.

Wildcard

9/10

Sure, the 840i packs almost 300 horsepower less than the M8, but it is still rewarding and fun to drive. It also devours curvy roads with surprising ease. The beauty of all this is you don't really give up much by adding two extra doors. This coupe-style sedan has style to draw the right kind of attention plus genuine space for family or friends.

Which 8 Series Gran Coupe does Edmunds recommend?

We think the modest premium for the M850i xDrive is worth the extra power and performance upgrades it includes, especially when shopping for a six-figure luxury sedan. But if you'd rather opt for the 840i model and load it up with your preferred options, we won't stop you. The 840i provides enough power and driving enjoyment for most luxury-sedan shoppers.

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2026 BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe

2026 BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe Review

Pros

Cons

What's new

Overview

Edmunds spotlight: 8 Series Gran Coupe, 5 Series or 7 Series?

Competitors to consider

Edmunds Expert Rating

Our Verdict

Performance

Comfort

Interior

Technology

Storage

Fuel Economy

Value

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Which 8 Series Gran Coupe does Edmunds recommend?

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