BMW 8 SERIES
1991–2026 · 70 trims available
At a Glance
8 SERIES OVERVIEW
Year Range
1991–2026
Total Configurations
70
Best MyCar Score
76.5 / 100
Price Range (Used)
$85,000–$155,500
Trim Levels
2026 CONFIGURATIONS
Showing 2026 trims. Select a year above for full details.
Trim Guide
UNDERSTANDING 8 SERIES TRIMS
Averaged across all model years. Sorted entry-level to premium by price.
| Trim | Body | Avg MPG | Avg HP | Avg MSRP | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 840i | Coupe | 24 | 335 | $89,343 | 76 |
| 840i xDrive | Coupe | 24 | 335 | $92,286 | 75 |
| 840i | Convertible | 24 | 335 | $98,957 | 75 |
| 840i xDrive | Convertible | 24 | 335 | $101,900 | 75 |
| M850i xDrive | Coupe | 20 | 523 | $107,775 | 75 |
| M850i xDrive | Convertible | 19 | 523 | $117,375 | 74 |
| Base | Coupe | 17 | 617 | $133,000 | 73 |
| Competition | Coupe | 17 | 614 | $137,540 | 73 |
| Base | Convertible | 17 | 617 | $142,500 | 72 |
| Competition | Convertible | 17 | 614 | $147,500 | 72 |
| 850CSi | Coupe | 13 | 372 | N/A | 71 |
| 840Ci | Coupe | 16 | 282 | N/A | 70 |
| 850Ci | Coupe | 14 | 312 | N/A | 70 |
| 850i | Coupe | 13 | 296 | N/A | 70 |
Specs Summary
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM A 8 SERIES
| Spec | Entry Level | Top Spec |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $85,000 | $155,500 |
| MPG (combined) | 13 combined | 25 combined |
| Horsepower | 282 HP | 617 HP |
| Seating | 4 passengers | 4 passengers |
| Body Types | Convertible | Convertible, Coupe |
Year-by-Year Analysis
BEST & WORST YEARS
Best Year
2021
Average MyCar Score: 74.9 · 0 avg recalls
Years to Watch
None flagged
All years score above average. Strong reliability across the board.
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