A Close Look at the 2022 BMW 8 Series

BMW has been winning the hearts of auto enthusiasts for decades, consistently introducing groundbreaking innovations while maintaining the quality and driving experience the brand is known for. Take a look at the 2022 BMW 8 Series, and you’ll see that the German automaker takes its reputation quite seriously.

For 2022, BMW introduced the Alpina B8 Gran Coupe and continued offering the M8 Coupe and Convertible, along with various other updates across the lineup. Let’s take a look.

Interior

The 2022 8 Series models feature a plush cabin, composed handling, swift acceleration, and ample cargo space. Ranked No. 7 out of 17 in the luxury sports car segment by U.S. News, the 8 Series models carry classic BMW styling that’s unmistakably elegant and upscale. Most interior surfaces feature premium materials such as leather, aluminum, and soft-touch plastics.

Features

When it comes to safety, driver assistance, infotainment, and practicality, the 2022 BMW 8 Series checks many boxes. Highlights include:

• 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system

• Gesture control

• 16-speaker Harman Kardon sound system

• Forward collision warning

• Lane departure warning

• Adaptive headlights

• Front and rear parking sensors with a surround-view camera

• Parking assistance

• Adaptive cruise control

Available features vary by trim.

Engine

The 2022 BMW 8 Series lineup offers several engine options. The base 840i comes with a 335-horsepower turbocharged inline-six engine, while the M850i is powered by a twin-turbocharged V8 that produces up to 523 horsepower. The Alpina B8 and M8 Competition models, on the other hand, feature upgraded versions of the V8, producing up to 612 and 617 horsepower, respectively.

Ride and Handling

If there’s one thing you can expect from the 2022 8 Series, it’s the well-balanced ride and handling that set it apart from its competitors. Thanks to its available adaptive suspension, which adjusts to changing road conditions and helps control body roll through turns, the 2022 8 Series can comfortably absorb bumps on rough back roads while maintaining impressive composure.

Wrap Up

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