In one fell swoop, BMW has introduced the facelifted 8-Series and M8 lineup.
Looking instantly recognizable the 2023 models benefit from a light refreshing that features a new “Iconic Glow” grille. As a name suggests, the grille is illuminated to create a “dramatic impression when the new BMW 8-Series is viewed from the front.”
Additional changes are limited, but buyers will find a revised color palette and updated wheels. Furthermore, M850i variants gain aerodynamically optimized M mirrors and the option of having classic BMW Motorsport logo applied to the hood, trunk, and wheels in honor of BMW M’s 50th anniversary.
Interior changes are also modest, but drivers will find a larger infotainment system. It now spawns 12.3 inches, which is a sizable improvement from its 10.25-inch predecessor.
The M8, on the other hand, is dead as BMW will only be offering an M8 Competition. It incorporates many of the same changes as the standard 8-Series, but features new M Shadowline inserts in the headlights as well as newly option – in the US at least – M Carbon bucket seats. They feature heating and power adjustment as well as illuminated “M8” badges on the headrests. Elsewhere, there’s revised upholstery and Alcantara on the dashboard as well as upper door panels.
Power is provided by a familiar twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 engine that develops 617 hp and 553 lb-ft of torque. It’s connected to an eight-speed automatic transmission and an M xDrive all-wheel drive system. This enables M8s to accelerate from 0-60 mph (0-96 km/h) in as little as 3.0 seconds.
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