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2023 BMW M8: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2023 BMW M8 gets a mid-cycle refresh, led by revised front-end styling and a larger 12.3-inch center display. The US lineup also moves to Competition-only specification across all three body styles.
About the 2023 BMW M8
1st generation M8 (F91/F92/F93), 2023 refresh year.
The BMW M8 is BMW’s high-speed luxury grand tourer: a top-tier M car built to blend supercar-level acceleration with a richly trimmed cabin and real highway comfort. BMW’s messaging centers on dominant performance, confident styling, and everyday usability rather than stripped-down track-car minimalism. What separates the M8 from many rivals is how much speed it delivers while still feeling like a premium long-distance car, with standard AWD traction and multiple body styles under one performance umbrella.
The 2023 M8 is a four-seat luxury performance car sold as a coupe, convertible, or four-door Gran Coupe. Every version has a 617-hp twin-turbo V8, an eight-speed automatic, AWD, and a selectable rear-wheel-drive mode. The Gran Coupe adds more useful rear-seat space, while all versions have navigation, a head-up display, and heated and ventilated front seats.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The US lineup moves to Competition-only specification. Every M8 body style uses the 617-hp twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8.
Styling
BMW revises the front-end grille treatment and expands the exterior color selection.
Tech
The center infotainment display grows from 10.25 inches to 12.3 inches. BMW's digital gauge and infotainment system remains standard.
2023 BMW M8 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, Twin Turbo, 4.4 Liter | V8, Twin Turbo, 4.4 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd Sport w/Sport & Manual Modes | Automatic, 8-Spd Sport w/Sport & Manual Modes |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 15 mpg | 15 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 22 mpg | 22 mpg |
| Horsepower | 617 hp | 617 hp |
| Torque | 553 lb-ft | 553 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 12–14.8 cu-ft | 11 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 29.5 in | 29.5 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 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 | ||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Heated Rear Seats | ||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||
| Leather Seats | ||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||
| Rear Window Shades | ||
| Remote Start | ||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2023 BMW M8 compared with the 2022 model?
The 2023 BMW M8 receives refreshed front-end styling, a larger 12.3-inch center display, and additional exterior colors. BMW also makes Competition specification standard across the US lineup.
Is every 2023 BMW M8 a Competition model?
Yes. Every US-market 2023 BMW M8 is built to Competition specification and has a 617-hp twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8, whether it is a coupe, convertible, or Gran Coupe.
Does the 2023 BMW M8 have a larger touchscreen than the 2022 model?
Yes. The 2023 M8 has a 12.3-inch center display, replacing the 2022 model's 10.25-inch screen.
Is the 2023 BMW M8 a full redesign?
No. The 2023 M8 is a mid-cycle update rather than a full redesign. Its platform and basic chassis continue, while BMW updates the styling, display, colors, and US lineup specification.
Which 2023 BMW M8 body style has the most useful rear seat?
The 2023 M8 Competition Gran Coupe has the most useful rear seat. Its longer four-door body provides easier access and more rear-seat space than the two-door coupe or convertible.
2023 BMW M8 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2023 BMW M8.
4.6
2023 BMW M8
(106 reviews)
“It's what you would expect in a high performance vehicle. Looks good and is fun to drive.”
“That the ride is stiffer than a "normal" sedan, but it's expected due to its increased performance and exhilarating drive.”