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BMW 8 Series Specs, Engines & Dimensions (2018–2022) — Second Generation

The second-generation BMW 8 Series offers three ways to enjoy a luxury grand tourer: the Coupe for its sleek shape, the Cabrio for open-air driving and the Sedan for easier access to the rear seats.

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BMW 8 Series Engines and Transmissions

Your BMW 8 Series engine choice depends on how you drive. Among the options, the diesel 840d 3.0 AT Sedan suits long-distance cruising, while the gasoline M850i 4.4 AT Sedan emphasizes performance. Both combine automatic transmission with all-wheel drive for traction. The gasoline 840i Cabrio offers an automatic with rear-wheel drive for open-air touring.

Sedan — BMW 8 Series Engines and Transmissions

Sedan BMW 8 Series Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
840d 3.0 ATDiesel2993 cm³320 hp235 kW680 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
840i 3.0 ATGasoline2998 cm³340 hp250 kW500 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
840i 3.0 ATGasoline2998 cm³333 hp244 kW500 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
M850i 4.4 ATGasoline4395 cm³530 hp390 kW750 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
840i 3.0 ATGasoline2998 cm³340 hp250 kW509 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
840i 3.0 ATGasoline2998 cm³333 hp244 kW500 N⋅mAutomaticRWD

Cabrio — BMW 8 Series Engines and Transmissions

Cabrio BMW 8 Series Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
840i 3.0 ATGasoline2998 cm³333 hp244 kW500 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
840i 3.0 ATGasoline2998 cm³340 hp250 kW509 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
840i 3.0 ATGasoline2998 cm³340 hp250 kW500 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
M850i 4.4 ATGasoline4395 cm³530 hp390 kW750 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
840iGasoline2998 cm³340 hp250 kW509 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
840d 3.0 ATDiesel2993 cm³320 hp235 kW680 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
840i 3.0 ATGasoline2998 cm³333 hp244 kW500 N⋅mAutomaticRWD

Coupe — BMW 8 Series Engines and Transmissions

Coupe BMW 8 Series Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
840d 3.0 ATDiesel2993 cm³320 hp235 kW680 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
840i 3.0 ATGasoline2998 cm³340 hp250 kW500 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
M850i 4.4 ATGasoline4395 cm³530 hp390 kW750 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
840i 3.0 ATGasoline2998 cm³340 hp250 kW509 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
840i 3.0 ATGasoline2998 cm³333 hp244 kW500 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
840i 3.0 ATGasoline2998 cm³333 hp244 kW500 N⋅mAutomaticAWD

BMW 8 Series Dimensions

Sedan — BMW 8 Series Dimensions

Sedan BMW 8 Series Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weightMax weightGround clearance, minimum
840d 3.0 AT5074 mm1932 mm1401 mm3023 mm1925 kg2560 kg128 mm
840i 3.0 AT5074 mm1932 mm1401 mm3023 mm1855 kg2480 kg128 mm
840i 3.0 AT5074 mm1932 mm1401 mm3023 mm1865 kg2500 kg128 mm
M850i 4.4 AT5074 mm1932 mm1401 mm3023 mm1995 kg2600 kg128 mm
840i 3.0 AT5074 mm1932 mm1401 mm3023 mm1800 kg2435 kg128 mm
840i 3.0 AT5074 mm1932 mm1401 mm3023 mm1855 kg2480 kg128 mm

Cabrio — BMW 8 Series Dimensions

Cabrio BMW 8 Series Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weightMax weightGround clearance, minimum
840i 3.0 AT4843 mm1902 mm1339 mm2822 mm1915 kg2400 kg128 mm
840i 3.0 AT4843 mm1902 mm1339 mm2822 mm1710 kg2225 kg128 mm
840i 3.0 AT4843 mm1902 mm1339 mm2822 mm1955 kg2400 kg128 mm
M850i 4.4 AT4843 mm1902 mm1339 mm2822 mm2015 kg2515 kg128 mm
840i4843 mm1902 mm1339 mm2822 mm1830 kg2340 kg128 mm
840d 3.0 AT4843 mm1902 mm1339 mm2822 mm1955 kg2485 kg118 mm
840i 3.0 AT4843 mm1902 mm1339 mm2822 mm1855 kg2480 kg128 mm

Coupe — BMW 8 Series Dimensions

Coupe BMW 8 Series Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weightMax weightGround clearance, minimum
840d 3.0 AT4851 mm1902 mm1346 mm2822 mm1830 kg2370 kg121 mm
840i 3.0 AT4851 mm1902 mm1346 mm2822 mm1770 kg2280 kg128 mm
M850i 4.4 AT4851 mm1902 mm1346 mm2822 mm1890 kg2395 kg128 mm
840i 3.0 AT4851 mm1902 mm1346 mm2822 mm1710 kg2225 kg128 mm
840i 3.0 AT4851 mm1902 mm1346 mm2822 mm1855 kg2480 kg128 mm
840i 3.0 AT4851 mm1902 mm1346 mm2822 mm1915 kg2400 kg128 mm

BMW 8 Series Cargo Space

Sedan — BMW 8 Series Cargo Space

Sedan BMW 8 Series Cargo Space
ModificationTrunk volume min
840d 3.0 AT440 l
840i 3.0 AT440 l
840i 3.0 AT440 l
M850i 4.4 AT440 l
840i 3.0 AT440 l
840i 3.0 AT440 l

Cabrio — BMW 8 Series Cargo Space

Cabrio BMW 8 Series Cargo Space
ModificationTrunk volume min
840i 3.0 AT350 l
840i 3.0 AT350 l
840i 3.0 AT350 l
M850i 4.4 AT350 l
840i350 l
840d 3.0 AT350 l
840i 3.0 AT350 l

Coupe — BMW 8 Series Cargo Space

Coupe BMW 8 Series Cargo Space
ModificationTrunk volume min
840d 3.0 AT420 l
840i 3.0 AT420 l
M850i 4.4 AT420 l
840i 3.0 AT420 l
840i 3.0 AT420 l
840i 3.0 AT420 l

BMW 8 Series Trims and Equipment

BMW 8 Series trim levels help distinguish equipment choices within a technical version. The 840d 3.0 AT Sedan, for example, has configurations named 840d xDrive and 840d xDrive M Sport Pro. Compare each car’s fitted equipment, including options, to establish which comfort, driver-assistance and styling features you receive.

BMW 8 Series Trims and Equipment
ModificationBodyEquipment
840d 3.0 ATSedan840d xDrive
840d 3.0 ATSedan840d xDrive M Sport Pro
840d 3.0 ATSedan840d xDrive M Sport by Individual
840i 3.0 ATSedan840i xDrive
840i 3.0 ATSedan840i xDrive M Sport Pro
840i 3.0 ATSedan840i xDrive M Sport by Individual
M850i 4.4 ATSedanM850i xDrive
M850i 4.4 ATSedanM850i xDrive M Sport by Individual
840i 3.0 ATSedanElegant Sedan
840i 3.0 ATSedanM-Sport Sedan
840i 3.0 ATSedanM-Sport SE
840i 3.0 ATCabrio840i xDrive
840i 3.0 ATCabrio840i xDrive M Sport Pro
840i 3.0 ATCabrioM850i xDrive M Sport by Individual
840i 3.0 ATCabrio840i xDrive M Sport
M850i 4.4 ATCabrioM850i xDrive
M850i 4.4 ATCabrioM850i xDrive M Sport by Individual
840iCabrioElegant Cabrio
840iCabrioM-Sport Cabrio
840d 3.0 ATCoupeM850i xDrive M Sport by Individual
840i 3.0 ATCoupe840i xDrive
840i 3.0 ATCoupe840i xDrive M Sport Pro
840i 3.0 ATCoupeM850i xDrive M Sport by Individual
840i 3.0 ATCoupe840i xDrive M Sport