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2021 BMW M8: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2021 BMW M8 is a smaller U.S. lineup: only the four-door Gran Coupe remains, and Competition becomes an option package rather than a separate trim. There is no redesign or major mechanical update.
About the 2021 BMW M8
1st-generation M8 Gran Coupe (F93), second U.S. model year, before the later 8 Series/M8 refresh.
BMW positions the M8 Gran Coupe as a four-door luxury performance flagship: near-supercar speed, real rear-seat space, and a richly finished cabin in one dramatic body. It is the M8 experience for buyers who want more day-to-day usefulness than the coupe or convertible without giving up the big twin-turbo V8, track-developed chassis, and high-end interior expected at the top of BMW M’s range.
The 2021 M8 Gran Coupe pairs four-door practicality and a richly trimmed cabin with serious performance. Its signature equipment includes a 600-hp twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8, rear-biased AWD, adaptive suspension, Merino leather, a 10.25-inch touchscreen, and a 12.3-inch digital instrument display.
What changed, by category
Body styles and trims
BMW limits the U.S. M8 lineup to the four-door Gran Coupe. The two-door Base and Competition models and the separate Competition Gran Coupe trim are dropped, while Competition equipment moves to an option package.
Safety
Lane-departure warning changes from optional to standard equipment.
2021 BMW M8 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Engine | V8, Twin Turbo, 4.4 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd M Steptronic w/Drivelogic |
| Drivetrain | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| MPG City | 15 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 21 mpg |
| Horsepower | 600 hp |
| Torque | 553 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 15.5 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 36.6 in |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 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 | |
| Heated Front Seats | |
| Heated Steering Wheel | |
| Leather Seats | |
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |
| Push-Button Engine Start | |
| Remote Start | |
| Ventilated Front Seats | |
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2021 BMW M8?
The 2021 BMW M8 is reduced to the four-door Gran Coupe in the U.S., and Competition changes from a separate model to an option package. Lane-departure warning also becomes standard, but there is no major redesign or mechanical update.
Was the 2021 BMW M8 sold as a coupe or convertible in the U.S.?
No. The U.S. lineup for 2021 consists only of the four-door M8 Gran Coupe; the two-door body styles are dropped.
Is the 2021 BMW M8 Competition a separate trim?
No. For 2021, Competition hardware is grouped into an option package instead of being sold as a separate M8 Competition trim.
Did the 2021 BMW M8 get a new engine?
No. The standard M8 Gran Coupe keeps its 600-hp twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8, AWD system, and core chassis setup from 2020. The higher-output Competition tune moves into the Competition package.
Did the 2021 BMW M8 add standard safety equipment?
Yes. Lane-departure warning changes from optional to standard for 2021, while no broader safety-system overhaul is identified.
2021 BMW M8 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2021 BMW M8.
4.5
2021 BMW M8
(17 reviews)
“Best combination of performance, power, acceleration, comfort and luxury of any four door sports sedan on the market. The M8 Gran Coupe Competition model makes driving fun.”