2021 BMW M8 Gran Coupe
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The 2021 BMW M8 Gran Coupe is a 600-hp 4.4-liter turbocharged V8 coupe with an 8-speed m steptronic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $130,000 MSRP and is rated at 17 mpg combined.
It makes 600 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 553 lb-ft of torque at 1800-5600 rpm, spinning to a 7,200 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 21 mpg highway (17 mpg combined).
The M8 measures 200.9 inches long on a 119.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,480 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Coupe |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $130,000 |
| MSRP with Destination | $130,995 |
| Destination Charge | $995 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 4.4L M TwinPower Turbo V8 (S63B44T4) |
| Displacement | 4.395 L |
| Horsepower | 600 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 553 lb-ft @ 1800-5600 rpm |
| Redline | 7,200 rpm |
| Valvetrain | 4 valves per cylinder, VALVETRONIC, Double-VANOS |
| Bore and Stroke | 89.0 x 88.3 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 |
| Injection Type | High Precision Injection (350 bar) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | AWD (M xDrive) |
| Differential Type | Active M Differential (rear) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 8-Speed M Steptronic with Drivelogic |
| 1st Gear | 5 (38 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 3.2 (59 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 2.143 (88 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 1.72 (110 mph **) |
| 5th Gear | 1.313 (144 mph **) |
| 6th Gear | 1 (189 mph **) |
| 7th Gear | 0.823 (230 mph **) |
| 8th Gear | 0.64 (296 mph **) |
| Reverse | 3.478 |
| Final Drive | 3.154 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 15 MPG |
| Highway | 21 MPG |
| Combined | 17 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium |
| Tank Capacity | 20.1 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Double-wishbone, Adaptive M Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Five-link, Adaptive M Suspension |
| Turning Diameter | 42.3 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Calipers | 6-piston fixed caliper (M Compound) |
| Front Brake Disc | 395 mm drilled vented disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | 380 mm drilled vented disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 9.5x20 |
| Wheels Rear | 10.5x20 |
| Tires Front | 275/35ZR20 |
| Tires Rear | 285/35ZR20 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 200.9 in |
| Width | 76.5 in |
| Height | 55.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 119.2 in |
| Front Track | 64 in |
| Rear Track | 65.4 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 11 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,480 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.1 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.1 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.1 in |
| Legroom Rear | 36.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 57.2 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 54.6 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Tested, but no star ratings were published (2021 BMW M8 2 DR AWD).
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2021 BMW M8. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Feb 19, 2021 · BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i, M550i, X4M, X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5M, X5 M50i, X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, Alpina XB7, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, and 8 Series Coupe, Convertible and Grand Coupe, 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8, 2020-2021 530e, 530e xDrive, 330e, 330e xDrive, 745Le, 745Le xDrive, X5 xDrive45e, X3 xDrive30e, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M50i, X6M, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 740i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, M760i Drive, M760Li xDrive, 750Li xDrive Alpina, Alpina B7 xDrive, and 2021 4 Series Coupe 430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive vehicles. When shifting into Reverse, a small portion of the rearview image may be obscured, or the screen may not illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: If the driver relies on only the rearview camera image, the missing or reduced rearview image view can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rearview camera software and update it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA campaign 21V096000
Feb 10, 2021 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 8 Series Coupe, Grand Coupe and convertible 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8 and 740 Li, 740 Li xDrive, 750 Li xDrive, M760 Li xDrive, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xdrive50i, X6 M50i, X6M, and 2019-2021 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5M, X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, and 2021 M3, M3 Competition, M4 Coupe, M4 Competition Coupe, X5 xDrive45e, 745 Le xDrive. The rotor and shaft within the integrated brake system may not have been welded properly and could separate during a hard braking event, possibly resulting in a loss of the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and braking assistance.
Consequence: A loss of ABS and a reduction in braking assistance can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 25, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA campaign 21V062000
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2021 BMW M8. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.