Everything you need to know about the BMW M8 Competition

• Is the BMW M8 Competition a good car? 
• Who is the BMW M8 Competition a good car for?
• Is the BMW M8 Competition a good first car?
• Is the BMW M8 Competition a good family car?
• Is there a Hybrid BMW M8 Competition?
• What’s it like to drive? 
• Reviewer’s opinion
• What does it look like?
• What is the BMW M8 Competition like inside? 
• Tech features
• Price and specs
• Which is the cheapest M8 Competition?
• How much does it cost?
• Similar Cars to the BMW M8 Competition

The BMW M8 Competition is one of the last models to arrive with a more traditional design. However, a few years on and it remains as elegant and yet sporty as the day it was unveiled. Here we take a closer look at the range and share everything we think you should know about the German model.

In this article:

Is the BMW M8 Competition a good car? 

The M8 Competition is positioned in the higher tiers of BMW’s product line-up and as such customers can expect premium materials, trims and fitment. In combination with the powerful engine and stylish design, the BMW M8 Competition is certainly a good car.

Who is the BMW M8 Competition a good car for?

The BMW M8 Competition is a good car for individuals that want a vehicle that can be both the epitome of luxury as well as an aggressive and focussed sportscar by merely changing your accelerator inputs.

Is the BMW M8 Competition a good first car?

The entire BMW M8 Competition range has hefty price tags, however, if that is not a hurdle, the model offers a lot of safety and standard assistance systems that will make it easy to operate for even the most inexperienced driver. We will, however, recommend an advanced driving course should the owner want to exploit the full power of the powertrain.

Is the BMW M8 Competition a good family car?

The BMW M8 Competition comes in a variety of body styles including a Gran Coupe which offers five seats and a large boot. Thus while two out of the three configurations might not meet the needs of a family, Gran Coupe should prove practical for customers.

Is there a Hybrid BMW M8 Competition?

At the time of writing this article, all three M8 derivatives come fitted with a 4.4-litre, turbocharged, V8 petrol engine producing 460 kW and 750 Nm of torque. No hybrid derivative or model has been introduced as of yet.

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What’s it like to drive? 

Reviewer’s opinion

My initial reaction after first driving the cabriolet I was surprise at its grin-inducing accelerative capabilities followed by a decided dollop of caution as the car felt rather large on the road, requiring a few minutes of careful piloting to get used to. Once acclimatised to the width and length of the M8, it becomes a confidence-inspiring GT-car, with the torque converter automatic, linear power delivery and supple ride quality (when in the right mode) making this a beautiful car to drive across the country.

– Sean Nurse, AutoTrader

What does it look like?

Exterior

Interior

What is the BMW M8 Competition like inside? 

While you might expect the interior of the BMW M8 Competition to be a complete departure from its more affordable siblings down the range, this is not the case. Except for better upholstery stitching on the upholstery and slightly more premium materials and components used, the interior is very much the familiar high quality as has become expected from the premium automaker.

Style

The M8 Competition incorporates a more traditional approach to the kidney grill designs when compared to more modern stable mates. However, for this reason, it is still one of the best-looking models on offer from the German automaker. All three body styles share the same styling all the way to the A-pillar after which depending on the variant chosen a very different roofline and style appears. While for the most part, all three remain similar at the rear in terms of design, due to the different configurations some design differences occur, especially in how the top of the vehicle meets the boot lid. All-in-all the BMW M8 Competition manages to be both elegant and yet very sporty in its styling and has achieved good harmony between the two styles.

Tech features

• M specific digital instrument cluster
• M specific head-up display
• BMW Digital Key
• BMW Connected Package Professional 
• BMW Driving Assistant Professional
• Parking Assistant Plus
• BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant

Price and specs

Which is the cheapest M8 Competition?

The cheapest BMW M8 Competition is the entry trim BMW M8 Competition Gran Coupe – prices usually start from R 3 372 466

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How much does it cost?

*Pricing correct at time of publishing and subject to change without notice.

Competitors

Similar Cars to the BMW M8 Competition

Porsche 911

Audi R8

Bentley Continental

Ryno FourieRyno started his career capturing press images of the latest and greatest vehicles which have subsequently adorned the covers and pages of prominent motoring titles locally and internationally. After a short stint as a photography lecturer, he once again joined the automotive industry as a sub-editor and photographer for a local publication, however, currently, you will find him spending most of his time in the studio creating written, video, and photography content as part of the AutoTrader content team.View News & Reviews

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