2020 BMW M850I | WBAGV8C0XLBP49047
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2020 BMW M850I | WBAGV8C0XLBP49047
Specifications
3
~$100,000
Engine: 4.4L twin-turbocharged V8
Torque: 750 Nm
0–100 km/h: ~3.8 s
Even in its non-M configurations, the 8 Series was conceived as a grand tourer with strong sporting credentials. The 850i xDrive, in particular, delivers thrilling performance through its 523-hp V8, intelligent all-wheel-drive system, and adaptive suspension that strikes a balance between luxury and agility. While it doesn’t bear the M badge, its acceleration and composure rival many high-end sports cars.
The 840i models maintain a rear-wheel-drive layout (optionally xDrive) and offer nearly perfect weight distribution, combined with a low center of gravity and refined chassis dynamics. Across all body styles — Coupe, Convertible, and Gran Coupe — the 8 Series benefits from wide track widths, performance-oriented suspension geometry, and precise steering calibration.
Visually, the long hood, sweeping lines, frameless doors, and M Sport trim options give the car an assertive, athletic posture. Inside, sport seats, paddle shifters, and driver-focused cockpit elements reinforce the idea that this is not just a luxury cruiser, but a true grand touring machine with performance roots.
Body Styles
The "8 Series" badge denotes BMW’s flagship grand touring segment, revived in 2018 after a hiatus since the 1990s E31 generation. Placed above the 7 Series in prestige, the G15/G16/G14 was created to compete with luxury performance coupes like the Mercedes S-Class Coupe and Porsche Panamera. The "40i" and "50i" designations refer to engine hierarchy within BMW’s naming logic, with the “8” emphasizing exclusivity and power.
Model Name Meaning (Manufacturer)
The "8 Series" badge denotes BMW’s flagship grand touring segment, revived in 2018 after a hiatus since the 1990s E31 generation. Placed above the 7 Series in prestige, the G15/G16/G14 was created to compete with luxury performance coupes like the Mercedes S-Class Coupe and Porsche Panamera. The "40i" and "50i" designations refer to engine hierarchy within BMW’s naming logic, with the “8” emphasizing exclusivity and power.
Body & Interior Colors and Rims
The modern BMW 8 Series (G14/G15/G16, 2018–present) reintroduced the iconic nameplate with a luxurious yet athletic personality, offered in coupé, convertible, and four-door Gran Coupé formats. Its visual identity is defined by a wide stance, low-slung profile, and flowing bodywork — enhanced by a curated palette of body colors, interior trims, and distinctive wheel designs that reflect both elegance and performance.
The exterior color range includes refined staples such as Alpine White, Black Sapphire Metallic, and Mineral White, all of which accentuate the 8 Series' sculpted surfaces and understated presence. Metallic and frozen finishes like Sonic Speed Blue, Sunset Orange, Carbon Black, and Dravit Grey bring depth and complexity to the car’s grand touring silhouette, while bold Individual colors — including Tanzanite Blue II, Aventurin Red, Frozen Bluestone, and Frozen Pure Grey — provide a more expressive and bespoke appearance, especially on M Sport and M850i variants. Limited-edition and BMW Individual models can be customized even further with exclusive satin or matte finishes that emphasize luxury and visual impact.
Inside, the 8 Series cabin offers a blend of sport and sophistication, with extensive material and color choices. Standard upholstery includes Vernasca or Extended Merino leather in shades such as Black, Ivory White, Cognac, Tartufo, and Night Blue. Higher trims and Individual packages introduce full Merino leather, Alcantara headliners, and glass controls, elevating the tactile and visual experience. Contrasting piping, perforated stitching, and subtle ambient lighting complete the atmosphere, while trim inlays range from Brushed Aluminum and Fineline Copper Wood to Piano Black and Carbon Fiber. The M850i and M8 models feature exclusive interior accents, M-specific steering wheels, and optional multi-contour seats with heating, cooling, and massage functions, blending long-distance comfort with sporting intent.
Wheels on the 8 Series range from elegant to aggressive depending on trim. Entry-level models come equipped with 18- or 19-inch alloy wheels in split-spoke or Y-spoke designs, finished in orbit grey or bi-color tones. M Sport and M850i variants upgrade to 20-inch wheels in intricate styles, including multi-spoke jet black or polished finishes that highlight the car’s performance edge. The M8 Coupé and Convertible receive bespoke lightweight forged wheels in staggered sizes for enhanced grip and visual stance, with gloss black, cerium grey, or shadowline treatments depending on package. Optional styles from BMW Individual and Competition trims further expand the choices, allowing owners to tailor the 8 Series to a luxury GT, track-focused machine, or anything in between.
Top Expensive Options
- Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System: $3,400
- M Carbon Exterior Package: $4,100
- Integral Active Steering (rear-wheel steer): $1,750
- Executive Package (glass controls, ambient air, soft-close): $2,000
- Driving Assistance Professional: $1,700
- M Sport Differential (optional for 840i): $1,300
- Ventilated and Massage Front Seats: $1,200
- BMW Laserlight Headlights: $1,200
- Glass Controls with CraftedClarity: $650
- Remote Engine Start & Remote Parking: $500
vs Competitors
The BMW 8 Series competes with the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupe (now discontinued), Porsche Panamera, Audi S7/S8, and Lexus LC 500. While the Panamera offers sharper handling and the LC more design drama, the 8 Series blends precision GT capability with everyday refinement. The Gran Coupe variant stands out by offering real rear passenger space, something its coupe-shaped rivals often sacrifice. The 850i in particular undercuts the Porsche Panamera Turbo in price while offering similar pace and luxury.
Fun Fact
Unlike most BMW models, the 8 Series was designed from the ground up as a luxury GT car, not derived from a sedan platform. It also features flush-mounted frameless windows, a rear axle subframe without rubber bushings (increasing feedback), and is one of the few cars where you can get a V8, AWD, 4-door coupe and rear-wheel steering in one package.
Lot Details
Specifications
3
~$100,000
Torque:
0–100 km/h:
Even in its non-M configurations, the 8 Series was conceived as a grand tourer with strong sporting credentials. The 850i xDrive, in particular, delivers thrilling performance through its 523-hp V8, intelligent all-wheel-drive system, and adaptive suspension that strikes a balance between luxury and agility. While it doesn’t bear the M badge, its acceleration and composure rival many high-end sports cars.
The 840i models maintain a rear-wheel-drive layout (optionally xDrive) and offer nearly perfect weight distribution, combined with a low center of gravity and refined chassis dynamics. Across all body styles — Coupe, Convertible, and Gran Coupe — the 8 Series benefits from wide track widths, performance-oriented suspension geometry, and precise steering calibration.
Visually, the long hood, sweeping lines, frameless doors, and M Sport trim options give the car an assertive, athletic posture. Inside, sport seats, paddle shifters, and driver-focused cockpit elements reinforce the idea that this is not just a luxury cruiser, but a true grand touring machine with performance roots.
Body Styles
The "8 Series" badge denotes BMW’s flagship grand touring segment, revived in 2018 after a hiatus since the 1990s E31 generation. Placed above the 7 Series in prestige, the G15/G16/G14 was created to compete with luxury performance coupes like the Mercedes S-Class Coupe and Porsche Panamera. The "40i" and "50i" designations refer to engine hierarchy within BMW’s naming logic, with the “8” emphasizing exclusivity and power.
Model Name Meaning (Manufacturer)
The "8 Series" badge denotes BMW’s flagship grand touring segment, revived in 2018 after a hiatus since the 1990s E31 generation. Placed above the 7 Series in prestige, the G15/G16/G14 was created to compete with luxury performance coupes like the Mercedes S-Class Coupe and Porsche Panamera. The "40i" and "50i" designations refer to engine hierarchy within BMW’s naming logic, with the “8” emphasizing exclusivity and power.
Body & Interior Colors and Rims
The modern BMW 8 Series (G14/G15/G16, 2018–present) reintroduced the iconic nameplate with a luxurious yet athletic personality, offered in coupé, convertible, and four-door Gran Coupé formats. Its visual identity is defined by a wide stance, low-slung profile, and flowing bodywork — enhanced by a curated palette of body colors, interior trims, and distinctive wheel designs that reflect both elegance and performance.
The exterior color range includes refined staples such as Alpine White, Black Sapphire Metallic, and Mineral White, all of which accentuate the 8 Series' sculpted surfaces and understated presence. Metallic and frozen finishes like Sonic Speed Blue, Sunset Orange, Carbon Black, and Dravit Grey bring depth and complexity to the car’s grand touring silhouette, while bold Individual colors — including Tanzanite Blue II, Aventurin Red, Frozen Bluestone, and Frozen Pure Grey — provide a more expressive and bespoke appearance, especially on M Sport and M850i variants. Limited-edition and BMW Individual models can be customized even further with exclusive satin or matte finishes that emphasize luxury and visual impact.
Inside, the 8 Series cabin offers a blend of sport and sophistication, with extensive material and color choices. Standard upholstery includes Vernasca or Extended Merino leather in shades such as Black, Ivory White, Cognac, Tartufo, and Night Blue. Higher trims and Individual packages introduce full Merino leather, Alcantara headliners, and glass controls, elevating the tactile and visual experience. Contrasting piping, perforated stitching, and subtle ambient lighting complete the atmosphere, while trim inlays range from Brushed Aluminum and Fineline Copper Wood to Piano Black and Carbon Fiber. The M850i and M8 models feature exclusive interior accents, M-specific steering wheels, and optional multi-contour seats with heating, cooling, and massage functions, blending long-distance comfort with sporting intent.
Wheels on the 8 Series range from elegant to aggressive depending on trim. Entry-level models come equipped with 18- or 19-inch alloy wheels in split-spoke or Y-spoke designs, finished in orbit grey or bi-color tones. M Sport and M850i variants upgrade to 20-inch wheels in intricate styles, including multi-spoke jet black or polished finishes that highlight the car’s performance edge. The M8 Coupé and Convertible receive bespoke lightweight forged wheels in staggered sizes for enhanced grip and visual stance, with gloss black, cerium grey, or shadowline treatments depending on package. Optional styles from BMW Individual and Competition trims further expand the choices, allowing owners to tailor the 8 Series to a luxury GT, track-focused machine, or anything in between.
Top Expensive Options
- Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System: $3,400
- M Carbon Exterior Package: $4,100
- Integral Active Steering (rear-wheel steer): $1,750
- Executive Package (glass controls, ambient air, soft-close): $2,000
- Driving Assistance Professional: $1,700
- M Sport Differential (optional for 840i): $1,300
- Ventilated and Massage Front Seats: $1,200
- BMW Laserlight Headlights: $1,200
- Glass Controls with CraftedClarity: $650
- Remote Engine Start & Remote Parking: $500
vs Competitors
The BMW 8 Series competes with the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupe (now discontinued), Porsche Panamera, Audi S7/S8, and Lexus LC 500. While the Panamera offers sharper handling and the LC more design drama, the 8 Series blends precision GT capability with everyday refinement. The Gran Coupe variant stands out by offering real rear passenger space, something its coupe-shaped rivals often sacrifice. The 850i in particular undercuts the Porsche Panamera Turbo in price while offering similar pace and luxury.
Fun Fact
Unlike most BMW models, the 8 Series was designed from the ground up as a luxury GT car, not derived from a sedan platform. It also features flush-mounted frameless windows, a rear axle subframe without rubber bushings (increasing feedback), and is one of the few cars where you can get a V8, AWD, 4-door coupe and rear-wheel steering in one package.