Photo: Aksyonov Nikita
BMW has just pulled the wraps off its new four-door flagship, the 8 Series Gran Coupe. However, the range temporarily stops at the M850i while engineers work tirelessly on the M8.
Of course, we couldn't let the project be obscured by anything as dull as camouflage, so we decided to share the latest rendering by Aksyonov Nikita, the same fellow who recently did the M3 Touring.
His take on the M8 Gran Coupe includes a new front grille frame and enlarged air intakes, all trimmed with juicy carbon fiber. At the same time, the rear has been enhanced with the help of some more carbon bits, like the diffuser and spoiler, while quad exhaust pipes were added for that trademark look.
But even with a lowered stance and larger wheels, the +2 version of the M8 feels a little underwhelming. This has nothing to do with the rendering, as actual spyshots also suggested it's a tad boring. You're taking design elements from a car with completely different proportions. I think Mercedes-AMG's way of keeping the GT and GT 63 4-door separate is better.
The M8 Gran Coupe should sell regardless of what we think of it. It's a more expensive, larger BMW M car, which automatically makes it desirable. BMW will tell you how the engine sits lower than in the M5 for a better center of gravity, but they probably won't talk about the increased weight.
Speaking of which, the M8 Gran Coupe should have the same 4.4-liter setup as its Coupe and Convertible counterparts. We're talking about 600 HP for the normal model and 625 HP with the Competition pack. We suspect the 4-door will match the convertible's 3.3-second time from 0 to 100 km/h.
A number of other components will also separate this from the regular versions of the Gran Coupe, such as the chassis, brakes and aero. Of course, M-specific interior and exterior trinkets will also let people know you've spent lots of money. But unlike with the M6 predecessor, you will be able to add M Performance parts on top.
His take on the M8 Gran Coupe includes a new front grille frame and enlarged air intakes, all trimmed with juicy carbon fiber. At the same time, the rear has been enhanced with the help of some more carbon bits, like the diffuser and spoiler, while quad exhaust pipes were added for that trademark look.
But even with a lowered stance and larger wheels, the +2 version of the M8 feels a little underwhelming. This has nothing to do with the rendering, as actual spyshots also suggested it's a tad boring. You're taking design elements from a car with completely different proportions. I think Mercedes-AMG's way of keeping the GT and GT 63 4-door separate is better.
The M8 Gran Coupe should sell regardless of what we think of it. It's a more expensive, larger BMW M car, which automatically makes it desirable. BMW will tell you how the engine sits lower than in the M5 for a better center of gravity, but they probably won't talk about the increased weight.
Speaking of which, the M8 Gran Coupe should have the same 4.4-liter setup as its Coupe and Convertible counterparts. We're talking about 600 HP for the normal model and 625 HP with the Competition pack. We suspect the 4-door will match the convertible's 3.3-second time from 0 to 100 km/h.
A number of other components will also separate this from the regular versions of the Gran Coupe, such as the chassis, brakes and aero. Of course, M-specific interior and exterior trinkets will also let people know you've spent lots of money. But unlike with the M6 predecessor, you will be able to add M Performance parts on top.
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