The new BMW 8 Series Convertible
BMW is forging ahead with its model offensive in the luxury segment with the presentation of an open-top sports car which explores the highest reaches of dynamic flair, emotionality and exclusivity. The new BMW 8 Series Convertible blends ultra-sporty driving properties with distinctive design elegance and offers an extremely exclusive passport to hallmark BMW driving pleasure and a full-blooded open-top driving experience. Dynamically stretched lines and a classic soft-top roof define the distinctive appearance of this open-top four-seater for the luxury class. The powertrain and chassis technology developed for the BMW 8 Series model range and a body structure of extraordinarily rigidity provide an ideal platform for the new BMW 8 Series Convertible’s fusion of thrilling sports performance and sumptuous long-distance motoring. Its progressive character is underscored by cutting-edge driver assistance systems, a latest-generation display and control system and up-to-the-minute connectivity technology including the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant.
The new BMW 8 Series Convertible captures the imagine as much over laid-back cruises over city boulevards as on twisty country roads or race tracks. Two extremely powerful engines will be available from launch in March 2019. The 390 kW/530 hp V8 petrol engine in the BMW M850i xDrive Convertible (fuel consumption combined: 10.0 – 9.9 litres per 100 kilometres* [28.3 – 28.5 mpg imp], CO2 emissions combined: 229 – 225 grams per kilometre*) takes to the stage with characterful power delivery and a soundtrack to match. The BMW 840d xDrive Convertible (fuel consumption combined: 6.3 – 5.9 l/100 km* (44.8 – 47.9 mpg imp; CO2 emissions combined: 165 – 155 g/km*) is fitted with a six-cylinder inline diesel engine developing 235 kW/320 hp.
Exterior design: powerful design language, distinctive lines.
The BMW brand’s new design language employs precisely drawn lines and muscular surfacing to give the new BMW 8 Series Convertible a distinctive aura defined as much by sporting prowess as outright elegance. With an exterior length of 4,843 millimetres, width of 1,902 millimetres and height of1,339 millimetres, plus a 2,822-millimetre wheelbase and track widths of 1,619 millimetres (front) and 1,642 millimetres (rear), its dimensions match those of the BMW 8 Series Coupe almost exactly. The body cuts a dynamically stretched figure with the roof down especially.
The protruding front apron lends the front end of the car undeniable athletic presence with its large air intakes. These make an even more dominant impression on the BMW M850i xDrive Convertible (as standard) and BMW 840d xDrive Convertible (as part of the optional M Sport package). Adaptive LED Headlights are part of standard specification. Meanwhile, the optional BMW Laserlight with variable road illumination and Selective Beam generates a high-beam range f around 600 metres. The eye-catching surfacing of the car’s flanks is complemented at the transition into the rear end by distinctive contouring around its rear haunches. Horizontal lines, light units extending well into the flanks and a third brake light integrated into the boot lid all contribute to the low-slung, wide impression created by the rear end.