2020 BMW M8 Gran Coupe Review

Name: 2020 BMW M8 Gran Coupe Review
Brand: BMW

Price: $61,590

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Sometimes the sequel outperforms the original, and in the case of the 2020 M8 Gran Coupe, we think it's even better than the two-door that preceded it. BMW took its rebooted 8 Series, stretched it and added two more doors, providing real passenger space and decent utility for people with families. Armed with a 600-horsepower twin-turbo V8 (617 hp in Competition trim), the M8 Gran Coupe moves as good as it looks. And it looks really, really good.

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2020 BMW M8 Gran Coupe Review

by the Edmunds Experts

9/4/2020

What's new

The M8 Gran Coupe is an all-new four-door performance sedan
Based off the regular 8 Series Gran Coupe, which is also new
Turbocharged V8 makes up to 617 horsepower
Kicks off the first M8 Gran Coupe generation for 2020

What is it?

The 2020 BMW M8 Gran Coupe is a four-door high-performance sedan. Based on the 8 Series Gran Coupe, this four-door BMW has coupe-like styling (hence the Gran Coupe name — confusing, we know) with a sloping rear roof and a sleek profile.

While the lesser M850i Gran Coupe already gets a healthy 523 horsepower from its turbocharged 4.4-liter V8, the M8 Gran Coupe turns up the same V8's wick to a full 600 hp — and that's just the base model. Go for the upgraded M8 Gran Coupe Competition and you'll get 617 horsepower. Both M8 Gran Coupe engines produce 553 lb-ft of torque, are paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission, and come standard with all-wheel drive.

More than just a muscled-up version of the 8 Series Gran Coupe, the M8 acquires a series of additional upgrades. On top of standard features such as the 10.25-inch central infotainment display, heated armrests and a Harman Kardon sound system, the M8 gets a lightweight carbon roof, adaptive suspension and M Sport seats. The Gran Coupe Competition adds items such as unique wheels, M Sport exhaust and a Track driving mode.

After the M8 hits the market, a limited-edition version of the M8 Gran Coupe Competition called First Edition will also be available, including details such as unique 20-inch wheels, a white leather interior and bronze exterior trim. Only 50 First Edition models will be produced.

Why does it matter?

BMW is forever adding options, trim levels and engines to choose from, and most models in its portfolio offer some sort of M performance variant. The M denotes extra power and performance in an already luxurious class of vehicles. But with the standard 8 Series' near-$100K starting price and impressive baseline performance, the M8 Gran Coupe will have to provide a lot of driving excitement alongside impeccable interior treatments to get your extra dollars. Will the M8 be worth the stretch over the regular M850i xDrive? That's going to be a key question.

What does it compete with?

Fast stuff. Luxurious stuff. Stuff that's both stuff. The M8's competitors are plush, have four doors and pack some serious horsepower. The Porsche Panamera, the four-door Mercedes-Benz AMG GT and the upcoming Audi RS 7 Sportback will be compelling alternatives. Go a little off the beaten path and you can compare the M8 Gran Coupe to all-electric vehicles such as the Tesla Model S or the Porsche Taycan.

Edmunds says

More practical than the M8 coupe, the M8 Gran Coupe sedan provides the same power and many of the same thrills as the coupe but with space for four adults. It also offers BMW's excellent interior ergonomics, a thoroughly modern technology interface and sleek styling. If the M8 Gran Coupe's driving dynamics are anything like that of its standard 8 Series Gran Coupe sibling, this BMW will be an excellent vehicle to drive.

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2020 BMW M8 Gran Coupe 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.15 per gallon for premium unleaded in Pennsylvania.}

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2020 M8 Gran Coupe Highlights

Trim:

Base

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$130,000
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	17 MPG
Cost to Drive	$293/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	15.5 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	all wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the M8 Gran Coupe models:

Evasion Aid: Helps mitigate an accident by proactively swerving, if appropriate, to avoid a front collision.
Traffic Jam Assistant: Helps keep the car centered in the lane and follows the car in front in stop-and-go traffic.
Active Protection System: Automatically tensions seat belts, closes windows and sunroof, and activates the brakes when it detects an imminent collision.

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