2018 BMW 8 Series – price, specs and release date
Everything you need to know about BMW's range-topping coupé, which will take on the Mercedes S-Class Coupé and Aston Martin DB11...
The new 8 Series is BMW’s flagship car – a luxurious grand tourer that’s designed to compete with rivals such as the Audi A7 Sportback and Mercedes S-Class Coupé, and even the Aston Martin DB11 in its hottest form.
Essentially a coupé version of the 7 Series luxury saloon, the new car marks the return of the 8 Series name for the first time since 1999. It’s been conceived to push BMW further upmarket, combining the performance of a Porsche 911 with the practicality and luxury of the 7 Series.
Click through this slideshow to find out everything you need to know about the new 8 Series, including when it's coming and how much it will cost you.
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