2025 BMW M8 review
The M8 is the flagship of BMW’s M (for Motorsports) line of performance cars. Available as a four-door Gran Coupe or a two-door convertible, all M8 models since 2022 come standard with the Competition package, indicating high performance. The M8 is powered by a twin-turbocharged V8 engine rated at 617 horsepower and features an eight-speed paddle-shifted automatic transmission that sends power to all four wheels. However, the front wheels are activated only when the rear tires have reached their limit of adhesion to provide a primarily rear-wheel driving experience. Inside, the M8 features the latest BMW luxury and technology features.
Explore the evolution of the BMW M8
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First generation BMW M8
The BMW M8 was introduced for the 2020 model year as a high-performance version of BMW’s 8 Series line of executive grand-touring cars. Like the rest of the 8 Series, the M8 is available as a two-door or four-door coupe or as a two-door convertible. The 2020-2021 M8 offered an available Competition package with a little more power, and the M8 Competition became the only M8 specification starting in 2022.
Compared to the two-door M8 coupe and convertible, the four-door Gran Coupe is larger in every dimension, creating more interior space, especially in the back seat. This offers the M8 buyer three excellent choices for a traditional coupe, convertible, or essentially a sedan with a fastback coupe profile. Inside, BMW’s latest technology and comfort packages are standard. Certain M-branded performance features such as carbon-ceramic brakes are available.
Model highlights
Two-door and four-door coupe or two-door convertible
Up to 617 horsepower from a twin-turbo V8
Eight-speed automatic transmission
Rear-biased all-wheel drive
Competition spec standard starting in 2022
Changes by year
Latest generation from 2020 - 2025
2025 BMW M8
2024 BMW M8
2023 BMW M8
2022 BMW M8
Highlights
M8 Competition package standard
Coupe and convertible return to lineup
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2021 BMW M8
Highlights
No coupe or convertible available in the U.S.
Android Auto™ added to feature list
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2020 BMW M8
Highlights
First year for the all-new 8 Series, including the M8
Flagship performance passenger car for BMW
Standard or Competition specifications
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Jeff Zurschmeide has been an automotive journalist for more than 20 years, covering the new car business as well as motorsports and industry news. He lives in Tillamook, Oregon, at the confluence of great roads, nice weather, and plenty of space for a collection of strange old automobiles.
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