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2020 BMW M8: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2020 BMW M8 is an all-new model line and the highest-performance version of the 8 Series. Its headline change is the M8's debut with a twin-turbo V8 making 600 horsepower in standard models and 617 horsepower in Competition models.
About the 2020 BMW M8
First modern M8 generation (F91/F92/F93 on the current 8 Series platform), launch year; coupe and convertible debut first, and the Gran Coupe joins for its first model year.
BMW positions the M8 as its flagship M grand tourer: a very fast luxury car that mixes near-supercar acceleration with the comfort, style, and long-distance ease of the 8 Series. It is not just a track toy. The core appeal is huge V8 power, rear-biased all-wheel-drive grip, a richly trimmed cabin, and an adjustable driving character that can feel calm on a highway and serious on a fast road. The Gran Coupe broadens that formula with extra rear-seat usefulness.
BMW positions the M8 Coupe and Convertible as high-performance grand tourers with upscale cabins, while the four-door Gran Coupe adds more rear-seat room and easier passenger access. Competition versions sharpen the formula with 617 horsepower, Track mode, added chassis tuning, and a more aggressive exhaust. Every version has rear-biased all-wheel drive, a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, a 10.25-inch touchscreen, and Apple CarPlay.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The M8 debuts with a twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8, an 8-speed automatic transmission, and rear-biased all-wheel drive. Standard versions make 600 horsepower, while Competition versions make 617 horsepower and add sharper chassis tuning, Track mode, and a more aggressive exhaust.
Structural
The new M8 line launches in coupe, convertible, and four-door Gran Coupe forms. The Gran Coupe provides more rear-seat room and easier passenger access than the two-door models.
Tech
A 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, a 10.25-inch touchscreen running BMW's iDrive 7 system, and Apple CarPlay are standard across the lineup.
2020 BMW M8 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, Twin Turbo, 4.4 Liter | V8, Twin Turbo, 4.4 Liter | V8, Twin Turbo, 4.4 Liter | V8, Twin Turbo, 4.4 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd M Steptronic w/Drivelogic | Automatic, 8-Spd M Steptronic w/Drivelogic | Automatic, 8-Spd M Steptronic w/Drivelogic | Automatic, 8-Spd M Steptronic w/Drivelogic |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 15 mpg | 15 mpg | 15 mpg | 15 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 21 mpg | 21 mpg | 21 mpg | 21 mpg |
| Horsepower | 600 hp | 600 hp | ||
| Torque | 553 lb-ft | 553 lb-ft | 553 lb-ft | 553 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 11 cu-ft | 11 cu-ft | ||
| Rear Legroom | 29.5 in | 36.6 in | 29.5 in | 36.6 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 2 | 4 | 2 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||
| Alarm System | ||||
| Automatic High Beams | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Park Assist | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| 360 Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Premium Audio | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| 4-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||
| Rear Window Shades | ||||
| Remote Start | ||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||
Frequently asked questions
Is 2020 the first year of the modern BMW M8?
Yes. The 2020 model year launches the first modern BMW M8 generation, including coupe, convertible, and four-door Gran Coupe versions.
What engine does the 2020 BMW M8 have?
Every 2020 BMW M8 has a twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission and rear-biased all-wheel drive. Standard models make 600 horsepower, while Competition models make 617 horsepower.
How is the 2020 M8 Competition different from the standard M8?
The 2020 M8 Competition has 617 horsepower instead of 600, along with added chassis tuning, Track mode, and a more aggressive exhaust. It retains the M8's upscale cabin and rear-biased all-wheel drive.
Which body styles were offered for the 2020 BMW M8?
The 2020 BMW M8 lineup includes a two-door coupe, a two-door convertible, and a four-door Gran Coupe. The Gran Coupe has more rear-seat room and easier passenger access.
What infotainment technology comes in the 2020 BMW M8?
Every 2020 BMW M8 has a 10.25-inch touchscreen with BMW's iDrive 7 system and Apple CarPlay, plus a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster.
2020 BMW M8 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2020 BMW M8.
4.4
2020 BMW M8
(86 reviews)
“The base radio (Harman Kardon) is terrible. I wish I would have bought one with the upgraded radio.”
“Absolutely a blast to drive, has power level settings for every situation and if you ever wanted to own a race car, this is it.”